Corporate Audit Manager – Amgen
Located in Lisbon, Portugal.
We manage the day‑to‑day execution of risk‑based internal audits across operational functions.
Responsibilities
- Manage day‑to‑day execution of assigned audits under the direction of a Senior Manager (Audit Lead).
- Execute audit procedures for operational audits.
- Perform risk and control assessments, control testing, and issue identification in accordance with Corporate Audit methodology.
- Ensure audit workpapers are complete, accurate, and properly documented in the audit system of record (e.g., AuditBoard/Optro).
- Draft clear, concise audit observations and supporting analyses for Senior Manager review.
- Support audit reporting activities, including preparation of draft reports and corrective action tracking.
- Act as the primary coordination point for process owners during audit risk assessment and audit fieldwork phase.
- Communicate audit requirements, status, and timelines clearly and professionally.
- Identify and escalte judgment matters, emerging risks, or sensitive issues to the Senior Manager (Audit Lead).
- Monitor audit progress and ensure milestones and deliverables are met.
- Support validation and follow‑up of corrective actions.
- Contribute to audit methodology, template, and execution improvements.
- Support enterprise risk assessment activities and other audit initiatives as requested.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related discipline.
- 6-8+ years of experience in internal audit, external audit, or related risk/compliance roles.
- Demonstrated experience executing audits from beginning to end.
- Strong understanding of risk‑based auditing principles, internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO), documentation and evidence standards.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high‑quality results in deadline‑driven environments.
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills, including audit report drafting.
- Risk assessment and control evaluation in regulated and complex environments.
- Audit report writing and issue articulation.
- Experience using audit management systems (e.g., AuditBoard/Optro) and enterprise documentation tools.
- Ability to work with enterprise systems relevant to audit activities (e.g., ERP / SAP).
Preferred
- Professional certification (CPA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent).
- Prior experience in the pharmaceutical, life sciences, or healthcare industry.
- Experience supporting audits involving third‑party risk, cross‑border operations, or regulated compliance environments.
Benefits
- Competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plan.
- Benefits aligned with local industry standards.
- Hybrid work eligibility.
The expected annual salary range for this role in the posted location is 45,758.00 EUR to 61,908.00 EUR.
AMGEN is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process.