Intern, Audit Compliance

Intern, Audit Compliance - Denver, CO (Hybrid):
Are you looking for work experience with a global Fortune 500 company? Do you want to build transferable skills while learning about the commercial aspects of running a business? Are you interested in joining a globally diverse organization where our unique contributions are recognized and celebrated, allowing each of us to thrive? Then it's time to join Western Union as a summer intern!
Western Union powers your pursuit.
As an intern with the Western Union Internal Audit team, you will evaluate the design and implementation of policies, processes, procedures, and controls to provide independent assurance that Western Union's risk management, governance, and internal control processes are operating effectively. You will be working with the audit team to help assess Western Union's processes and controls from a risk-based perspective through the following:
Role Responsibilities
Audit Planning:

• Assist in the planning and take responsibility for executing/delivering work in line with it.
• Work closely with the Internal Audit Data Analytics team to develop testing strategies, highlight possible data analytics opportunities, and drive efficiencies in testing from the use of data analytics.

Audit Fieldwork and Testing:

• Evaluate business processes, policy and control implementation, and process workflows.
• Perform audit testing and documentation, with appropriate supervision, over various process areas, which may include Compliance, Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) Compliance, Financial Systems, Business Operations, Information Technology, and Cybersecurity.
• Identify gaps/issues in implementation of policy and processes.

Audit Reporting:

• Communicate audit findings and observations to management.
• Prepare reports for the business/audit management detailing the results of testing performed and associated work papers.

Audit Closure and Follow-up:

• Collaborate with business partners to balance business strategy with risk management controls.

Role Requirements

• Pursuing or completed a Bachelor's, Master's, or equivalent degree in Business, Technology, Accounting, Finance, or related area.
• Relevant certification(s) in technology, finance, internal audit, or project management (CPA, CIA, CFA, CISA, CFSA, CCSA, CGAP, PMP, ACAMS, etc.) a plus.
• 18 years of age or older and qualified to work in the United States.
• Pass a pre-employment background check.
• Denver, Colorado based and able to work a hybrid on-site schedule.
• Prior audit experience is a plus.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong business communication (written and verbal) skills to succinctly convey audit results and findings.
• Project management and team management skills preferred.
• Ability to positively function within in a high-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with business partners.
• Ability to work independently and think critically with limited oversight.
• Ability to adapt and evolve in a global, diverse, and dynamic work environment.

We make financial services accessible to humans everywhere. Join us for what's next.
Western Union is positioned to become the world's most accessible financial services company -transforming lives and communities. We're a diverse and passionate customer-centric team of over 8,000 employees serving 200 countries and territories, reaching customers and receivers around the globe. More than moving money, we design easy-to-use products and services for our digital and physical financial ecosystem that help our customers move forward.
Just as we help our global customers prosper, we support our employees in achieving their professional aspirations. You'll have plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and build a career, as well as receive a great compensation package. If you're ready to help drive the future of financial services, it's time for Western Union. Learn more about our purpose and people at https://careers.westernunion.com/.
Salary
The salary range is $25.00 - $35.00 USD per hour. Actual salaries will vary based on candidates' qualifications, skills, and competencies, including credits/years of university education completed.
We are passionate about diversity. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.
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