Manager, Internal Audit

I. Job Summary

The Manager, Internal Audit manages a wide range of financial, operational and compliance audits at WM. The individual will take an active role in contributing to department's strategic initiatives focusing on continuous improvement, cost savings, and effectiveness of the control environment. This position reports to the Senior Manager, Internal Audit and will interact with process owners at varying levels throughout the Company.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 

• 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.

III.  Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervisory skills preferred. This includes:  Direct supervision of 3 or more full-time employees 

III. Qualifications 

A. Required Qualifications 
 

• 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)

B. Preferred Qualifications 
 

• Master's Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or similar area of study
• 6 years as an auditor in a large accounting firm or internal audit position in a Fortune 500 company (in addition to education requirements)

• Finance & Accounting\Certified Public Accountant (CPA), CIA or CFE

   

   

C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

• Leadership: Demonstrate the ability to manage multiple projects and foster an environment that focuses on employee development and growth.
• Collaborative: Maintain solid relationships throughout the organization. Display strong interpersonal skills and maintain a professional demeanor.
• Mentor: Assist in developing team skillsets and provide coaching to drive continuous improvement across team.
• Partnership Oriented: Possess the ability to build relationships with, and influence various levels of management regarding sensitive and complex matters - utilizing consultative skills, strong logic and judgment, independent thinking, and a proactive service orientation.
• Analytical: Possess strong analytical skills, including the ability to think outside existing risk management practices/models and demonstrate foresight about potential issues, misalignment and opportunities.
• Technical Proficiency: Possess a strong level of technical knowledge relative to their specialty area of focus (financial, operational, IT, etc.).
• Critical Thinker: Demonstrate the ability to learn from cumulative audit knowledge and utilize that knowledge to enact or r