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This position provides oversight of the Internal Audit (IA) Team (Internal Audit / Retail Audit) through the effective management and execution of the audit plan. The role will be responsible for the execution of a holistic audit approach integrating process/operational/ information technology audits and data analytics to evaluate Signet's internal control environment.
The Internal Audit Manager is an independent strong starter with attention to detail, drive to accomplish goals and focus on quality results. This individual has strong communication skills, the ability to multitask and work with cross functional teams. This individual has executive presence and demonstrates the ability to develop relationships and promote IA throughout the organization as a value-added trusted business advisor.
Major Responsibilities/Essential Functions: Responsible for the execution of process/operational/integrated audits and advisory reviews/special projects to analyze and evaluate risks and controls to support key business operations, system and related processes including those related to company objectives/strategic initiatives. Manager is required to perform original audit work in addition to supervising and reviewing the work of the audit team executing the audit/project.
Responsible to perform critical project management duties in planning, scheduling, coordinating, reviewing, and reporting of audit work including the evaluation of key risks, establishment of audit objectives and development of audit programs to evaluate the effectiveness of the company's internal controls. Identification of changes to company processes and systems as well as emerging risks/trends and the impact to the audit plan to maximize audit resources. Ensures IT/systems/automation/data analytics are integrated into the audit approach for a holistic review of processes.
Responsible for ensuring the audit plan is completed timely and within budget. Participation in advisory projects related to pre/post implementation of systems, process, and strategic initiatives to ensure a strong internal control environment.
Ability to identify and assess the impact of control deficiencies/trends and root cause analysis. Preparation of audit reports using advanced writing skills. Collaboration with management/leadership on proper policies and procedures associated with audit failures/trends and lack of understanding/awareness of Signet policies and procedures and development of corrective actions/remediation/process improvement recommendations which strengthen internal controls and add value. Ability to present recommendations to management and obtain agreement on remediation through status updates and closing meetings. Perform follow-up on management's action plan.
Participation in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding activities. Day to day supervision of IA teams including work paper review, training, coaching and mentoring on audit practices including performance evaluations at the end of each audit/project. Act as retail industry/operations/technical expert for the IA team when performing integrated audits/projects. Mentor/coach the IA team in areas of internal controls and generally accepted accounting principles. Takes a leadership role in IA department training.
Development/implementation of policies and procedures for achieving department objectives. Ability to stay abreast of best practices as well as emerging professional standards, regulatory initiatives, accounting and retail industry trends and threats (internal/external). Act as a conduit for introducing these to the company and IA department. Advocate the standard audit practice and methodology ensuring quality and consistency in accordance with IIA standards.
Participate in the annual risk assessment and development of the annual audit plan. Administrative responsibilities associated with the overall project management of the annual audit plan including Audit Committee reporting.
Support and/or lead data analytics projects. Identify areas where data analytics can augment the annual audit plan including ongoing/continuous monitoring activities. Champion the integration of data analytics into the audit methodology. Identify automation opportunities within the business and partner with IT to raise awareness of efficiency opportunities.
Stay abreast of and provide consultative input on major change initiatives as part of the company's strategic initiatives.
Performs additional duties and projects as assigned.
Consistent regularly scheduled attendance is considered an essential function of this job.
Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting/related discipline; CPA, CIA, CISA certification preferred.
Years of Job-Related Experience: 5+ years of progressive audit experience required.
Acceptable Job-Related Experience : Big 4 accounting firm and/or internal audit experience supporting multiple projects/engagements or equivalent retail industry experience required. Experience with GAAP and/or auditing requirements. Experience working in highly complex environments in a public company setting.
Te chnical/Other Skills: Strong project management, written/oral communication, interpersonal, analytical and negotiation skills. Working knowledge of data analytics preferred but not required. Ability to quickly grasp concepts, analyze data/ trends and draw conclusions based on sound judgement. Ability to apply creative and innovative thinking. Strong people management skills demonstrating the ability to influence, train, mentor and leverage the skills of others to achieve objectives. Ability to execute in a dynamic, fast-paced, and high demand environment while ensuring multiple priorities are met. Possesses executive presence and demonstrates the ability to develop relationships and promote IA throughout the organization as a value-added trusted business advisor to affect change and promote a strong internal control environment.
Benefits & Perks : Competitive healthcare, dental & vision insurance
401(k) matching after one year of employment
Generous PTO + company holidays
Merchandise discount
Learning & Development programs
Much more!
