Risk Analyst, Assurance and Risk Advisory (Internal Audit) - hybrid

Work Flexibility: Hybrid or Onsite

Why ARA at Stryker? 

Our team is growing, and we are seeking someone with financial and audit expertise and acumen. Are you interested in improving risk management, controls, and governance processes? As a member of our Assurance and Risk Advisory (ARA) function, you will play a key role in delivering value to the business and supporting strategic objectives. You’ll join a dynamic, global team that drives impact through customer focus and innovation. 

 

As a Risk Analyst, you are responsible for executing audits and testing internal controls. This role requires knowledge of technical accounting, audit concepts, and key business processes that impact financial reporting. 

This hybrid role can be based out of Flower Mound, TX; Mahwah, NJ or Portage, MI. This individual will be expected in the office 1 day a week and the flexibility to work from home the other days.

Who we want

Dedicated achievers. People who thrive in a fast-paced environment and will stop at nothing to ensure business goals and objective are met

Collaborative partners. Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships, influence and partner with business leaders in multiple functional areas

 Effective communicators. Can analyze and synthesize data/information for insights and communicate them in a consumable way for decision making

What You Will Do

• Execute audit projects, including SOX testing, with a focus on internal controls over financial reporting. 

• Identify and assess risks, evaluating controls for compliance with industry standards and regulations. 

• Provide insights on financial assurance standards, regulations, and emerging risks. 

• Recommend improvements to enhance financial and operational processes and control effectiveness. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on audits and team initiatives. 

• Leverage digital tools to improve audit execution and continuously develop technical skills. 

• Draft clear, concise reports outlining findings, remediation actions, and project outcomes. 

What you need

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field 

• 1+ years of relevant experience, ideally in public accounting or a finance/audit role at a large company

• Experience with internal audit methodologies and practices​

Preferred:

• CPA, CIA, or similar certifications 

Travel Percentage: 30%

Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability.

Stryker Corporation will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.