Audit Project Manager - Audit Strategy - Aon Corporation

The purpose of this role is to enhance the capabilities of the global Internal Audit team by translating the future state vision of the department into practice.Under the guidance of senior leadership, this role serves to deepen and broaden our impact to the firmby providing thoughtful and relevant insights, cultivating new relationships globally as well as leveraging existing ones, and effectively managing initiatives. The Audit Project Manageris responsible for managing and coordinating global programs and projects that support IA department vision and short and long-term goals, as well as leading and/or participating in audit projects of Aon business units, primarily in the Americas and ABS, to evaluate the adequacy of the business unit’s overall control environment. 

Aon is in the business of better decisions

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What the day will look like

• Global project management and subject matter expert on all our forward-looking initiatives, delivering project plans that balance competing priorities, as well as effectively monitoring and communicating status of initiatives to leadership 

• Implement strategic initiatives by defining a business case, creating a delivery plan, and executing in a timely manner according to plan. This includes actively engaging cross functionally within the department to manage and influence where needed to achieve department goals. 

• Manage and/or participate in audits evaluating the adequacy of controls for Aon business units and/or key business processes 

• Seek and socialize learnings from external sources as well as functions within the department, including PPO, Data Analytics,Ssenior leadership and assurance practitioners to identify and develop innovative solutions to support department operations and strategic priorities.   

• Analyze data and determine strategies to help propel our initiatives forward both internally and externally.    

• Provide and produce thought leadership both for our department and our stakeholders on best practices. 

• Attend meetings and build relationships with key stakeholders, influencing where needed to obtain support for the implementation of new ideas, as well as provide the support and knowledge needed to bring ideas to life.  

 
Skills and experience that will lead to success

  
Required: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or comparable business degree, with professional designations/certifications preferred.
• 4+ plus years of audit experience with a large multi-national, professional services or public accounting firm.
• Ability to take initiative in creatively problem solve, prioritize, create actionable plans, and deliver tangible outcomes 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to communicate clearly, deliver messages with desired results, listen effectively and demonstrate sound judgment 

• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to interface and influence with all levels of management within the company  

• Impeccable time management and organization skills with the ability to set goals and help others reach them, focusing on driving results and meeting deadlines. 

• Proven ability to manage across global teams, with openness and respect for others’ cultures and identities, with superb leadership abilities to read and react with agility and composure 

• Strong experience in audit, risk and compliance principles, as well as technical, analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Proficiency with software and technology, including presentation programs and data sets; demonstrated ability to translate vision and concepts into deliverables and practice

Preferred:

• Knowledge of agile auditing concepts.
• Knowledge of data analytics and visualization techniques.

How we support our colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself.  We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working!

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. 

Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply.

We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com 

For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances.

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Pay Transparency Laws:

The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $100,000 - $120,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.  The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location. 

The salary range reflected is based on a primary work location of Chicago, Illinois  The actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location. 

This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon’s annual incentive plans to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary.  The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.

Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon’s discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions.  Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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