Audit Manager

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Headquartered in Minnesota, Entrust is an industry leader in identity-centric security solutions, serving over 150 countries with cutting-edge, scalable technologies. But our secret weapon? Our people. It’s the curiosity, dedication, and innovation that drive our success and help us anticipate the future. 

Reporting directly to the VP of Internal Audit and Enterprise Risk Management, the Audit Manager will plan, supervise and perform internal audits of Entrust’s business entities in various roles. The work involves project management, independently assessing risk, mentoring team members, evaluating the effectiveness of controls and compliance throughout key functions of the business, and determining appropriateness of corrective actions proposed to mitigate risks and exposures. Take a leading role in the oversight of the Enterprise Risk Management program including leading the annual enterprise wide Enterprise Risk Assessment.

Responsibilities:

Plan, lead, and execute audits:  60%

Responsible for all aspects of risk assessment and audit execution: assess risk and perform detailed audit planning; lead and supervise audit engagements; assist in determining required resources and skill sets and work with Entrust’s  VP of Internal Audit and Enterprise Risk Management to obtain resources; provide leadership throughout audits; regularly communicate with management and serve as the key interface with auditees; develop and communicate audit concerns to appropriate levels of management; write and deliver audit reports; and work with management to develop reasonable and appropriate corrective actions.

Enterprise Risk Management Program:  25%

Take a leading role in the oversight and facilitation of the Enterprise Risk Management program.  Lead the annual Enterprise Risk Assessment with support from a third party partner, as required.  Identify significant risks and associated mitigating / compensating controls.  The Enterprise Risk Management program plays an integral part in the development of the annual Internal Audit plan and other initiatives. 

Develop and maintain solid working relationships:  5%

Develop and maintain proactive working relationships with relevant Business Managers across Entrust. Maintain regular contact with key functional managers, participating in appropriate management processes (e.g., meetings, information streams, etc.) to maintain awareness of strategies and initiatives and provide input on risks and controls.

Provide support for External Audit processes:  5%

Work with external auditors to coordinate and provide coverage across areas of responsibility and ensure that audit work completed by Entrust Internal Audit is comprehensive and professional to support external auditor reliance.

Maintain audit proficiency and assist in improving internal audit processes:  5%

Maintain involvement with appropriate industry associations to keep up to date with emerging issues and risks, identifying and leveraging audit best practices. Ensure Internal Audit team is advised of key developments in all areas of responsibility.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (Business, Finance / Accounting, MIS, or Risk Management)
• Minimum seven years audit experience, including internal auditing lead role and incorporating risk assessment, planning, audit execution, and issue/report writing
• Travel up to 10% (including international)
• Must be able to lawfully work within the US and have unrestricted work authorization for US 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certification [such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or similar]
• Demonstrated success building relationships and interacting with various organizational personnel and levels
• Working knowledge of internal auditing processes
• Have successfully conducted a mix of operational, financial, and systems / IT audits
• Experience with manufacturing or software businesses with international operations
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