
Manager, Internal Audit
WM
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Houston • Texas • United States
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About the role
- Manage a cross-functional team in auditing activities of various business segments, departments and operations for: operational efficiency and effectiveness; cost control and cash flow opportunities; compliance with established plans, policies, procedures, controls and applicable regulations.
- Oversee projects that review operational processes, including the functionality of workflow, data sources, controls, efficiency opportunities, performance metrics, user roles, and alignment with strategy.
- Manage analytic projects and assist Internal Audit and Controls (IAC) leadership with advancing analytics team strategy and initiatives.
- Communicate effectively with employees at all levels across the organization, building strong relationships to advance IAC strategic initiatives and foster career development.
- Drive cost reduction and efficiency of audit and compliance activities by actively seeking ways to develop and implement improvements to audit methodology and administrative processes.
- Take an active role in one or more departmental initiatives such as those driven to improve quality and/or audit coverage, ongoing education and continuous improvement.
- Incorporate data analytic techniques to aid in audit and control testing as well as develop audit plans and test programs.
- Assist in annual and ongoing risk assessments for the development of the Annual Audit Plan.
- Perform review of audit work papers and audit reports, while providing staff with feedback for performance improvement.
- Maintain a comprehensive understanding of company operations and strategy, ensuring audit activities support organizational objectives. When requested, assist management in developing and implementing identified opportunities.
- Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills, including presentations to various level of management on audit activities.
- Manages the day-to-day activities of the assigned teams, reviewing work progress and ensuring effective risk coverage.
- Serves in a leadership role ensuring appropriate scope of work (comprehensiveness) and consistent execution and reporting.
- Provides timely and effective feedback, coaching and training to staff working under their direct or indirect supervision.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree (accredited)
- High School Diploma GED (accredited) and four years of relevant work experience
- 6 years relevant audit or equivalent experience (in addition to education requirements)
- Master's Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or similar area of study (preferred)
- 6 years as an auditor in a large accounting firm or internal audit position in a Fortune 500 company (preferred)
- Finance & Accounting Certified Public Accountant (CPA), CIA or CFE (preferred)
Benefits
- At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability.
- Stock Purchase Plan.
- Company match on 401K.
- Paid Vacation.
- Holidays.
- Personal Days.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
audit methodologydata analytic techniquesrisk assessmentsaudit planstest programsperformance metricsoperational efficiencycost controlcomplianceworkflow analysis
Soft Skills
communication skillsrelationship buildingleadershipcoachingtrainingfeedbackteam managementstrategic thinkingproblem-solvingcontinuous improvement
Certifications
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)