Merck · 8 hours ago
Sr. Spclst, Audit
Rahway, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$106K/yr - $167K/yr
3+ years expMerck is a global healthcare company, and they are seeking a Senior Specialist in Audit and Assurance Services. This role involves executing various audits to ensure a strong internal control environment, leading small teams, and collaborating with colleagues to produce accurate audit reports.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Participate in the execution of financial, operational, SOX 404 and IT audits, integrated and process audits, both domestic and abroad to ensure a strong internal control environment is maintained at our company
On occasion, will be expected to lead small teams of auditors
Under the direction of the AIC, partner with colleagues and clients and other organizations to effectively complete all assigned audit work
Execute audit programs and work papers (including walkthroughs and sample testing) in line with the established quality standards and timelines
Present audit plans, findings, and general status updates to Clients, CAD, and the Vice President of Internal Audit, as directed by the AIC
Collaborate with the audit team in the writing of audit reports which accurately describe identified control concerns, associated risks, and appropriate recommendations
Participate in department projects and ensure the actualization of the specified results
Maintain the highest standards of professionalism and independence in the execution of duties with the highest level of integrity and quality. Show good judgment in the conduct of work
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting
A minimum of 3 years of work experience in internal audit, public accounting, or general accounting
CPA Required
Experience with audit methodology and internal controls
Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively with client and business process owners as well as MCAAS colleagues
Effective oral and written communication skills
Understanding of information technology and ability to use various applications and systems
Strong time management skills and the ability to work within a team as well as independently
Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task are essential to the position
Ability to travel both domestically and internationally up to 25% of the time
Preferred
Big 4 or Regional Accounting Firm Experience
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision healthcare
Other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
Retirement benefits, including 401(k)
Paid holidays
Vacation
Compassionate and sick days
Company
Merck
Merck is a biopharmaceutical company that offers medicines and vaccines for various diseases.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.59MKey Investors
Private Capital AdvisorsGavi, the Vaccine Alliance
2018-11-25Post Ipo Equity· $0.59M
2016-01-21Series Unknown· $5M
1980-12-19IPO
Leadership Team
Betty Larson
Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer
Dean Li
Executive Vice President and President, Merck Research Laboratories
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