IT Manager, Internal Audit

External Description

We are seeking a IT Audit Manager to join the Internal Audit department located at BioReference in Elmwood Park, NJ. The qualified candidate will be a part of building and shaping an IA function from the beginning stage to a world class IA department. The candidate will be a key team member responsible for assisting the Internal Director throughout the audit process from planning to report. The position will execute fieldwork related to the Company's testing and assessment of internal controls and IT general controls for compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), evaluate and update documentation and controls for significant processes, execute operational and IT audits, and support the oversight of the Company's enterprise risk management efforts. This position will work in a team environment to plan and execute dynamic risk-based audits and identify value-added recommendations to strengthen Company processes and controls. Throughout the audits, the IT Audit Manager will have the opportunity to interact with senior management.

 

Principal Responsibilities:

• Develop a broad knowledge of the company's businesses and functions to ensure audits are value-added activities
• Interact with individuals throughout all functions of the organization and develop working relationships with managers of key functions and business units
• Provide perspective and support to management and process owners in evaluating, developing and maintaining efficient and effective internal controls
• Provide assistance to Internal Audit Director to communicate and coordinate audit activities with the company's external auditor in order to provide audit support and efficiencies;
• Set up, populate, and maintain OPKO’s SOX controls, documentation and testing templates in the company's SOX tool (Wdesk).
• Execute testing of internal controls over financial reporting in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Section 404 and other compliance, operational, or technology audits throughout the year
• Prepare quality documentation, inclusive of process walkthrough documentation and flowcharts as well as tests of controls workpapers.
• Develop and perform IT audit procedures and thoroughly perform and document audit testwork by the deadlines specified. Testwork includes identifying and testing key controls in the change management, computer operations and system access processes. This role will also be responsible for testing automated controls in business processes and evaluating key financial reports that are used to support business process controls.
• Perform preliminary reviews of audit areas to identify risk areas. Gain an understanding of the areas to be audited and create audit programs to ensure that planned audit testwork is thorough and adequately addresses identified risks.
• Assist with the assessment and investigation of compliance issues, complaints, and suspected fraudulent activities, as necessary.
• Prepare and support communication of audit findings to management, including recommending improvements and action plans, and soliciting feedback and management responses.
• Clearly communicate with the Chief Compliance and Audit Officer, Internal Audit Director and Corporate Management, as needed, regarding the company audit plan, audit progress, key findings, and emerging risks
• Develop and engage talent within the internal audit function as needed
• Other related duties as required or requested

 

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Information Systems Management
• CPA, CISA, or CIA desired
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive audit experience, Big 4 experience preferred
• Laboratory or pharmaceutical industry experience desired
• Experience with SOX 404 requirements, current COSO framework and risk assessment practices
• Knowledge of internal auditing standards
• Working knowledge of IT risks and control concepts
• Excellent organizational, planning, project management, and decision making skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Team player with a positive attitude with ability to take direction and follow through independently as needed
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Ability to travel up to 25% (domestic and international)