Job Description

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What You'll Do
We're looking for an Audit Manager to join our Internal Audit & Risk Consulting team focusing primarily on our Asset Management business. In this role, you'll support the achievement of the organization's business objectives by performing risk-based internal audit and advisory services.

• Lead the evaluation of key risks that impact overall strategies and objectives, including examination of key processes and application controls.
• Coordinate and lead audit projects, including team efforts via ongoing updates from team members and timely communication with key audit contacts.
• Understand and apply common control frameworks (COSO, NIST, etc.) or other criteria that are needed to assess effectiveness of controls.
• Build and maintain strong business relationships with leaders across the Asset Management business and across the enterprise as a whole to understand changes impacting key functions and continue to expand knowledge of the business.
• Help drive audit planning and risk assessment efforts within the team to align audit work with strategic priorities of the enterprise and meet audit coverage needs.

Operating at the intersection of financial services and technology, Principal builds financial tools that help our customers live better lives. We take pride in being a purpose-led firm, motivated by our mission to make financial security accessible to all. Our mission, integrity, and customer focus have made us a trusted leader for more than 140 years!
Who You Are

• A bachelor's degree or equivalent and 7+ years of professional experience in audit, asset management and/or financial services industry.
• Critical thinking, project management and organizational skills that enable effective work within a dynamic team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Asset Management business knowledge based on relevant industry experience
• Strong understanding of audit, risk, and control concepts.
• Ability to adapt and apply automation and data analytic capabilities.
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or other professional designations a plus, pursuit of internal audit certification will be encouraged and supported within the role.
• Some travel may be required.

Salary Range Information
Salary ranges below reflect targeted base salaries. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation for all roles will be based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.
Salary Range (Non-Exempt expressed as hourly; Exempt expressed as yearly)
$100800 - $167000 / year
Time Off Program
Flexible Time Off (FTO) is provided to salaried (exempt) employees and provides the opportunity to take time away from the office with pay for vacation, personal or short-term illness. Employees don't accrue a bank of time off under FTO and there is no set number of days provided.
Pension Eligible
Yes
Work Environments
This role offers in-office, hybrid (blending at least three office days in a typical workweek), and remote work arrangements (only if residing more than 30 miles from Des Moines, IA, Raleigh, NC, or Charlotte, NC). You'll work with your leader to figure out which option may align best based on several factors. Strong preference to candidates in Des Moines, IA.
Job Level
We'll consider talent at the next level with the right experiences and skills. The Assistant Director level requires a bachelor's degree and 10+ years of progressive experience in Internal Audit.
Work Authorization/Sponsorship
At this time, we're not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For additional information around work authorization needs please use the following links.
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Investment Code of Ethics
For Principal Asset Management positions, you'll need to follow an Investment Code of Ethics related to personal and business conduct as well as personal trading activities for you and members of your household. These same requirements may also apply to other positions across the organization.
Experience Principal
At Principal, we value connecting on both a personal and professional level. Together, we're imagining a more purpose-led future for financial services - and that starts with you. Our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. And we support our employees the same way we support our customers: with comprehensive, competitive benefit offerings crafted to protect their physical, financial, and social well-being. Check out our to learn more about our purpose, values and benefits.
Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Posting Window
We will accept applications for 3 full days following the Original Posting Date, after which the posting may remain open or be removed based upon applications received. If we choose to post the job again, we will accept additional applications for at least 1 full day following the Most Recently Posted Date. Please submit applications in a timely manner as there is no guarantee the posting will be available beyond the applicable deadline.
Original Posting Date
11/11/2025
Most Recently Posted Date
11/11/2025
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