Testing Partner

Zurich Capability Center is looking for a Internal Control

About the role

The purpose of the role is to provide independent and objective assessment of the design and operating effectiveness of control environment, in accordance with Zurich ICIF Policy, and focus on the company’s Key Controls.

The team provides this service in over 40 reporting units across the globe: EMEA, APAC, LatAm. The incumbent in the position will actively participate in the improvement of internal controls of the company by ensuring compliance with the Zurich Policies and Guidelines. 

Candidate’s profile:

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Accounting / Finance/ Economics or in IT Computer Science/related field.
• 3+ years of postgraduate experience in internal controls or in audit.
• English C1.
• Portuguese, Spanish, German or Italian nice to have.
• Experience in SOX (internal controls) or having worked in a SOX environment will be an advantage.
• A recognized accounting qualification e.g. CIA, CPA, ACCA or CIMA as additional plus.
• Knowledge and understanding of information security standards and principles preferably demonstrated by an entry certification such as Security +, SSCP or CSX is a plus.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of information security standards and principles preferable demonstrated by an advanced certification as CISSP, CRISC, CISA or CISM is a plus.
• Knowledge of Organization and Control Environments, Audit Risk Assessment, Internal & External Audit Standards is a plus.
• Audit - Analytical Mindset.
• Relationship management skills.
• Customer orientation.
• Be pro-active and take the initiative to deal with challenges.
• Solution oriented.
• Availability to travel is between 5%-10% (after COVID 19).

Responsibilities:

The Senior Specialist would have the following responsibilities, them being extended or reduced according to ZICTT requirements:

• Management of the end-to-end testing process of the tests assigned by Testing partner with the quality expected according to the Group ERM methodology and/or internal guidelines.
• BU relationship (status meetings, revision of issues, etc.)
• Review the tests assigned by the Testing Partner with the quality expected according to the Group ERM methodology and/or internal guidelines.
• FTE mentoring, guidance and motivation.
• Providing direction on application of testing methodology to Specialists and review work performed by them.
• Participation in CI projects or streamlines aligned with team goals.
• Support the Testing Team Manager in analyzing the Risk assessment review and ad-hoc related tasks and projects.
• Any other activity aligned with team goals.
• Review of RU readiness before testing, as required.
• Provide technical direction/advice to customers and the team
• Be a point of contact for the different frameworks
• Lead by example