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Par Health · 6 days ago

Senior Manager Internal Audit

St Louis, MO

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

6+ years exp

Par Health is a company focused on providing assurance through risk-based auditing. The Senior Manager Internal Audit will develop and execute the annual audit plan, manage various types of audits, and lead forensic investigations while ensuring compliance with regulations and internal controls.

Health CareManufacturingMedicalPharmaceutical

Hiring Manager

Jaclyn Parker

Responsibilities

Management and execution of Financial, Compliance, Commercial, Operational, and IT audits, and SOX testing

Leads forensic investigations/audits

Co-develops the annual risk-based audit plan for Audit Committee approval

Co-develops the annual risk-based SOX 404 Testing Plan

Defining the department’s data analytics strategy and developing analytics capabilities within the annual audit plan

Designated power user for the IA department’s systems and tools, including but not limited to 1) data analysis software and 2) AlignGRC, an internal audit management solution

Assist the Head of IA/IC in developing and executing the scope of audit responsibilities for the Par Health Internal Audit Team. Adjust as necessary to align with Par Health’s business strategies, emerging risks, and the Internal Audit charter, as approved by the Audit Committee

Co-develop the annual risk-based audit plan by utilizing IA’s risk assessment methodology, which includes identifying relevant risks, seeking input from leadership, owning the department’s risk assessment model, and generating the annual plan for Audit Committee approval

Supports SOX 404 business process and IT activities, including overseeing documentation and testing internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR)

If applicable, lead/manage an outsourced team in conducting financial, operational, compliance, and IT audits, including audit planning, execution, reviewing audit work papers, and drafting audit reports

Responsible for resource management and assisting the audit team in overall audit plan completion

Assist with the department’s systems and tools, such as software updates, implementations, troubleshooting issues, and guiding the department in best practices

Makes recommendations on utilizing data analysis tools and methodologies to improve efficiency and effectiveness for all internal audits, including best practices in data validation to ensure the reliability of results

Manages forensic auditing and leads the interview process to investigate suspected criminal law or corporate policy violations, including theft, fraud, embezzlement, conflicts of interest, collusion, kickbacks, and record falsification

Identify and clearly define audit issues and root causes, recommend improved internal controls and processes, and ensure corrective action plans are developed and implemented—present findings to audit leadership and management

Remain current on technology advances; attend/join relevant professional organizations (e.g., IIA, ISACA, ACFE), industry conferences, and round tables

Promote a zero-tolerance control environment where fraud or non-compliance is unacceptable and difficult to conceal

Qualification

CPACIAForensic auditingData analysis softwareSAPFinancial auditingSOX 404 complianceData visualizationProject managementCommunication skillsCritical thinkingProblem-solving

Required

BA / BS in Accounting or Finance

Experience with data visualizations and the ability to summarize complex data from multiple sources

Relentless attention to detail with data integrity validation

Experience implementing audit analytics with proven results (e.g., identifying suspected fraud, control recommendations to mitigate identified risk, or resulting in the recovery of funds)

A minimum of six years of experience includes financial or forensic auditing or other relevant finance function experience

Other Skills and Competencies: Working knowledge of ERP systems, COSO, and other data analytic / visualization tools

Experience with SAP. Knowledge of SAP data tables and relationships is a plus

Solid understanding of the audit profession and auditing standards, particularly for multi-national companies, as well as SOX 404 compliance requirements

Unquestionable integrity, objectivity, and independence

Advanced written and verbal communication skills to effectively and confidentially interact with management, staff, and outside vendors across multiple countries and cultures

Exceptional project management skills with the ability to organize and manage multiple priorities

Highly motivated, positive attitude, and assertive with critical thinking skills

Able to manage ambiguity, adapt to change, and have solid problem-solving skills