Senior Audit Manager, Internal Audit
Sun Life
Job Level
Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Manage SOX program and a wide range of financial audits at WM; report to Director, Internal Controls
- Supervise SOX activities, test execution and resolution of identified control failures
- Oversee scoping and planning activities for SOX program and participate in rationalization efforts
- Communicate with employees at all levels and build relationships to advance Internal Audit and Controls strategic initiatives
- Review audit work papers, walkthroughs and key control testing; provide feedback to staff
- Manage day-to-day activities of assigned teams and ensure effective risk coverage
- Ensure appropriate scope of work and consistent execution and reporting
- Provide timely feedback, coaching and training to staff
- Lead departmental initiatives to improve quality, audit coverage, education and continuous improvement
- Manage cross-functional teams auditing business segments for operational efficiency, cost control, compliance, and cash flow opportunities
- Oversee projects reviewing financial processes, workflow, data sources, controls, efficiency opportunities, performance metrics, user roles, and strategy alignment
- Drive cost reduction and efficiency of audit and compliance activities; improve audit methodology and administrative processes
- Incorporate data analytic techniques in audit and control testing and develop audit plans and test programs
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree (accredited), or High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and four (4) years of relevant work experience required
- 6 years of relevant audit or equivalent experience required
- Highly prefer 6 years' experience as an auditor in a large accounting firm or internal audit/controls position
- CPA preferred
- Average travel for this role is typically 10%
- Must be authorized to work in the US
- Must currently reside in the Greater Houston area and able to commute to the downtown Houston corporate office; No relocation for this role
- Direct supervision experience (direct supervision of 4 to 5 full-time employees including Audit Analysts)
- Demonstrate ability to manage multiple projects and foster employee development
- Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
- Ability to provide coaching and training to staff
- Ability to build relationships and influence various levels of management
- Strong analytical skills and ability to think beyond existing risk models
- Strong knowledge of audit and controls practices including U.S. GAAP and internal control frameworks (COSO)
- Ability to learn from audit knowledge and recommend enhancements/efficiencies
- Ability to multitask and adapt to dynamic audit plans and programs
