Internal Audit SOX Reporting Specialist at Vanguard

Wayne, Pennsylvania, United States

Vanguard Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, Investment ManagementIndustries

Requirements

  • Minimum of five years related work experience. Audit, SOX, and/or risk experience preferred
  • Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a collaborative mentality
  • Proficiency in data visualization and familiarity with Excel, Tableau, PowerApps and/or PowerBI experience preferred
  • Candidates must be within commuting distance of Chesterbrook, PA office and able to meet in-office requirements for hybrid position
  • No visa sponsorship offered

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and ensure timely delivery of high-quality projects that support IAS’s strategic initiatives, particularly as it relates to reporting, technology, and automation
  • Assist with preparation of data visualizations and materials for board/audit committee and executive reporting
  • Develop and maintain department-wide and stakeholder-facing dashboards and automations
  • Identify opportunities to enhance insights and information presented to senior leaders
  • Perform analysis of IAS data, identifying correlations and trends to enable decision making and bring new ideas for consideration based on knowledge of IAS’s work
  • Collaborate with leadership and crew to consistently improve data quality, reporting, data analysis, and technology across teams
  • Build strong relationships with IAS partners across all levels and teams
  • Maintain and leverage relationships with internal and external business partners and professional organizations to stay informed about industry trends and developments
  • Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned

Skills

SOX Reporting
Internal Audit
Data Visualization
Dashboard Management
Data Analysis
Reporting
Automation
Risk Management

Vanguard

Client-owned investment management firm offering low-cost funds

About Vanguard

Vanguard provides financial services with a focus on investment management. The company offers a variety of products, including mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), individual retirement accounts (IRAs), and 401k rollovers, aimed at individual investors, financial advisors, and institutions. Vanguard's unique ownership structure means it is owned by its funds, which are in turn owned by the clients, allowing it to prioritize the needs of its investors over external shareholders. This model enables Vanguard to offer low-cost investment options, as it primarily earns revenue through management fees that are generally lower than industry standards. Additionally, Vanguard provides personalized investment advisory services, charging fees based on the assets managed. The company's goal is to help clients grow their wealth and achieve their financial objectives through effective investment strategies, while maintaining a competitive performance track record.

Kline Township, PennsylvaniaHeadquarters
1975Year Founded
SECONDARYCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Best-in-class medical, dental & vision coverage
Onsite health clinic & fitness center
Health Smart Rewards program
Vanguard Retirement Savings Plan
Education Benefits
PTO
Family Planning Benefist
Parental leave
Personal development opportunities
Volunteer Time Off

Risks

Competition from AI-driven platforms like Writer challenges Vanguard's traditional advisory services.
Vanguard's stake in Steelcase exposes it to the volatile furniture market.
New active bond ETFs may struggle in a low-yield environment with increasing competition.

Differentiation

Vanguard is client-owned, aligning its interests with investors, unlike traditional firms.
The firm offers low-cost investment products, making it attractive to cost-conscious investors.
Vanguard's ownership structure allows it to focus on long-term investor value.

Upsides

Vanguard's new active bond ETFs offer diversified, low-cost fixed income options.
The acquisition of Steelcase shares diversifies Vanguard's portfolio into the furniture industry.
Launching the International Dividend Growth Fund appeals to investors seeking sustainable dividend growth.

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