Staff Internal Audit

Overview

The Staff Internal Auditor will primarily support the Company's Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program through the execution of control testing, documentation, and monitoring activities. The role will work closely with control owners, business process leaders, and external auditors to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting while supporting broader Internal Audit initiatives as needed. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in internal controls, risk management, business processes, and audit methodologies within a global public company environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform annual testing of the key SOX controls in support of Management's SOX 404 assessment, documenting testing procedures, conclusions, and supporting evidence in accordance with departmental methodologies and professional standards• Support testing and evaluation of automated controls and collaborate with technology audit personnel, as appropriate, on IT SOX and integrated audit activities• Develop a strong understanding of key business processes, risks, and internal controls to support SOX compliance activities and contribute to broader Internal Audit projects when assigned• Execute SOX testing procedures in accordance with departmental methodologies and professional standards, including walkthroughs, control testing, documentation review, and evaluation of testing results• Assist with the tracking, validation, and reporting of control deficiencies, remediation activities, and management action plans to support SOX compliance objectives and timely resolution of identified issues• Support maintenance of SOX process documentation, risk and control matrices, testing schedules, and compliance reporting activities• Identify and escalate potential audit observations, testing exceptions, and control gaps to the engagement lead on a timely basis, and assist in the evaluation and documentation of findings• Support coordination with external auditors by preparing testing documentation, responding to requests, and facilitating information sharing related to SOX compliance activities

Qualifications

 

• 1+ years audit experience with a mix of public accounting and/or Internal Audit in a global company

• B.S. in Finance or Accounting or equivalent required• CPA, CIA, CFE, or other relevant professional certification, or a demonstrated commitment to obtaining a professional certification is a plus

• Foundational understanding of internal controls and risk management concepts• Familiarity with ICFR/SOX 404 requirements preferred• Experience within life sciences, biopharma including medtech, or broader industrial manufacturing• Experience with business applications such as SAP S/4, Ariba, Concur, and SAP Group Reporting preferred, but not required• 20% international and domestic travel• Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills require