Manager, Audit

Why work at MGIC?

Are you someone who wants to play a critical role in our company’s success? Do you enjoy solving puzzles and finding a better way to get things done? Are you someone who likes to Take The Lead and make an impact? If so, then imagine yourself at MGIC. At MGIC we are a team of dedicated professionals on a fearless mission. A team that fosters a culture of career development and continuous learning opportunities to help you rise to new heights. We are passionate about providing outstanding customer service and making a difference in our community. #WeAreMGIC

PURPOSE

Manages a team of co-workers that conduct audits of MGIC’s key business processes providing assurance to management and the Board of Directors (through the Audit Committee) regarding the effectiveness of the Company’s internal controls, risk management and corporate governance; the reliability of information; and compliance with policies, procedures, laws and regulations.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

The following statements describe the general nature of work performed by people assigned to this job, may not be performed by all individuals in this job, and are not a complete list of all job duties required.

Management/Leadership

• Manages a team of direct reports. Leads and develops employees into a highly effective team by setting clear performance objectives and goals, regular and honest feedback, and individual development plans.
• Reviews workload across the team and effectively manages the process by appropriate work distribution. Provides feedback to ensure team members understand the role that they play and provides timely and effective direction.
• Responsible for the selection, performance evaluation, and salary administration of co-workers.
• Manages the operational and fiscal activities of the department including: staffing levels, budgets, operational controls and processes, and financial goals.
• Analyzes business processes and issues. Manages departmental policies, procedures, and standards to enhance efficiency and work quality.
• Develops solutions to problems with consideration for department goals.
• Leads team through the process of change both within the department and throughout the organization to achieve results related to MGIC’s corporate strategy.
  
  

Responsibilities specific to this role:

Managing Corporate Audits:

• Schedules, manages, and coordinates audits of company controls, financial records and operations, including international operations.
• Presents audit findings/recommendations to senior management and verifies that management implements recommendations by scheduled completion dates. Assists VP-Internal Audit prepare materials for the Audit Committee meetings.
• Manages consulting services to assist MGIC in the design, testing and implementation of internal controls relating to new products, processes and systems.
• Manages assistance provided to the company’s external auditors.
  
  

Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and Model Audit Rule (MAR):

• Manages MGIC’s processes to comply with Sections 302 and 404 of SOX and MAR. Works with all levels of co-workers throughout MGIC to ensure processes and procedures are in compliance.
• Monitors changes to SOX/MAR compliance requirements, determines their applicability to MGIC, assesses the impact of the changes/risks on the company’s internal controls and makes changes to the SOX/MAR project plan and schedule as needed.
  
  

Experience / Background

• Accounting and financial reporting standards
• Audit methodologies and standards
• Internal control concepts, SOX/MAR requirements, and the COSO control model
• Computer-assisted audit techniques
• Business and financial practices
• MS Office Suite
• Management skills, i.e., mentor and counsel, train, provide work direction, and team building
• Ability for building working relationships
• Business flow analysis, process evaluation, and risk assessment
• Diplomacy in presenting sensitive issues to management
• 10 years of recent and advance work experience in accounting/auditing with at least
• 5 years in an advanced level with management experience
  
  

Enjoy these benefits from day one:

• Competitive Salary & pay-for-performance bonus
• Financial Benefits (401k with company match, profit sharing, HSA, wellness program)
• On-site Fitness Center and classes (corporate office)
• Paid-time off and paid company holidays
• Business casual dress
  
  

For additional information about MGIC and to apply, please visit our website at www.mgic.com/careers.

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