R1 RCM - Senior Manager/AGM - Internal Audit

Role: Senior Manager / AGM

Reports into: CFO

Reported by: Manager / Associate

Overview :

This position is designed to assist management in effectively meeting company objectives, by designing and implementing effective internal control system. He/ she will be responsible for establishing an effective internal audit program throughout the company. This person will work with all levels of management, conducting financial, and SOX audits in accordance with the company Audit Plan. The person will interact with all levels of staff within the company this will include frequent interaction with department managers, directors and Executive staff. The individual shall effectively coordinate with External Auditors and consultants.

Tasks & Responsibilities :

- This position will require a hands-on individual, who is willing and able to do detailed auditing work in addition to directing others and interacting with management, parent company and external auditors / consultants.

- Develops and applies audit methodology, including developing detailed audit plans and programs, to evaluate processes and provide assurance to management that adequate controls are in place and functioning effectively.

- Perform testing of internal control operating effectiveness at all company locations. Gather and analyze data as necessary to accomplish audit objectives in a timely manner.

- Evaluate all deficiencies from a qualitative and quantitative aspect and determine whether they represent significant deficiencies or material weaknesses

- Periodically report to senior management and parent company regarding status and deficiencies noted

- Assist in remediation efforts for open deficiencies.

- Develops and fosters working relationships, focusing on the identification of solutions to issues and continuous improvements in business processes.

- Clearly communicates issues, including preparing comprehensive written reports, and pursues effective and timely resolution to issues. Works with key staff members and business unit management as needed.

- Performs audit follow-up work, with testing as necessary to validate effectiveness of action plans developed in response to audit recommendations.

- Performs other duties and assumes accountabilities as apparent or as delegated, including mutually agreed upon objectives.

- Supervises team on engagements and provides guidance

Prerequisites-essential:

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.

- CA or CIA qualification

- 7+ years of experience in auditing (internal or statutory audit) responsibilities in a global organization.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- MS Office Suite to include Word and Excel required.

- Strong presentation skills.

- Strong analytical and organizational skills.

- Experience in project management, establishing business systems and process improvements.

- Ability to synthesize large quantities of data, identify trends and drivers

- Experience with tier-1 financial systems such as Oracle, Lawson, etc.

- Excellent MS Excel and Report Writing skills (Hyperion knowledge is must)

Prerequisites-preferred:

- CA/ MBA preferred.

- Hyperion or Lawson ERP experience.

- Practical experience of Sarbanes Oxley ('SOX') section 404 compliances.

- Financial modeling experience.

- Experience with mergers and acquisitions preferred.