Internal Control Supervisor 1618

Legg Mason, a leading global asset management firm, has many exciting opportunities available from our Corporate Headquarters in Baltimore, MD, to locations in New York, NY, Stamford, CT, and San Francisco, CA. We invite you to explore opportunities to advance your future with an industry leader by visiting our website at www.leggmason.com.Legg Mason is currently seeking an Internal Control Deputy to work in our New York City location within the Global Fund Administration Department. The successful candidate must be organized, detail oriented and able to meet time critical deadlines. This position also requires a high degree of interaction with various members of Fund Accounting, Financial Reporting and outside audit firms.
RESPONSIBILITIES:'Assist the Head of Internal Control with managing the internal control self assessment process for Global Fund Administration ('GFA') i.e.:Make certain the internal control self assessment model is current at all times i.e. all risks have been identified, categorized appropriately, that the right controls are in place to mitigate the associated risk and reviews are conducted at the right periodicity.
Ensure that the internal control self assessment model addresses both internal audit and external audit (SOX/Fund audit) requirements
Confirm all internal control self-assessment reviews are performed accurately and per agreed time line on all GFA.
Make sure any findings raised are documented, reported to senior management, that a corrective action is put in place and implemented ensuring the appropriate escalation where necessary
'Assist in analyzing data compiled for service quality metrics across mutual fund complex. Confirm service level agreement requirements are being met by Service Providers.
'Participate in due diligence reviews of service providers (Administration/Investment Advisors)
'Make certain all relationships with external service providers are maintained at appropriate levels.
'Assist in developing and enforcing internal policies and procedures'Review audit findings from SEC, public accountants and internal audits.'Ensure departmental involvement in the preparation of procedures manuals.
'Make certain appropriate levels of interaction and communication are maintained with compliance and other departments.
'Review all documented risk within the organization.
'Perform special projects as required
'Assist with the development and training of staff within the Department
'Deputize for Department Head
REQUIREMENTS
REQUIREMENTS:'Minimum 5 years of audit or related experience
'Knowledge of Mutual Fund Industry
'Computer literate (e.g. Excel, Word)
'Well organized, adaptable, etc.
'Ability to work independently or as part of a team
'Advanced written and verbal communication skills
'Demonstrated integrity within a professional environment
'BA/BS in accounting, finance or related field
'CPA (preferred)Legg Mason is an equal opportunity employer