Senior Internal Auditor

CPA Recruiter Online; Flemington (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck is seeking an experienced audit professional in New Jersey to lead financial, operational and integrated audits, delivering value-added reports under the direction of the Audit Director. You will supervise small audit teams, prepare workpapers, use AutoAudit, and ensure timely completion while maintaining independence and high professional standards.

This role requires travel up to 40%, strong knowledge of SAP and internal controls, and ability to communicate effectively with clients and

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Accounting or Finance required.
• MBA, CPA or CIA preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years internal audit or public accounting or general accounting experience.
• Knowledge of SAP.
• Willingness to travel up to 40% domestically and internationally.
• Knowledge of audit methodology and internal controls.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including effective oral and written communication, time management, and ability to work with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead small audit teams on various assignments and complete audit programs and workpapers.
• Prepare and review reports, ensuring accuracy and objective recommendations.
• Meet deadlines and document findings using AutoAudit.
• Collaborate with clients and internal/external stakeholders to ensure value from audits.
• Contribute to the Corporate Audit Group's vision and best practices; maintain client relationships and progress reports.

Skills

Internal audit experience

Public accounting experience

Audit methodology

Internal controls

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Time management

Ability to work with limited superv.

Education

BS/BA in Accounting or Finance

MBA, CPA or CIA preferred

Tools

AutoAudit

SAP

Job description

The incumbent is responsible for the completion of financial, operational and/or computer audits, integrated audits and process audits, and for the delivery of an audit report that adds value to the business unit audited. Under the direction of the Client Audit Director and/or the Auditor-in-Charge, the incumbent is responsible for the effectiveness and efficiency of the audit that he/she is assigned to. You are responsible for expediting all stages of the writing and review of reports, which accurately reflect facts and recommendations of an objective appraisal of Merck operations. You will maintain the highest standards of professionalism and independence in the execution of your duties, always with the Company's best interests in mind. You will lead by personal behavior and ethics that are also of the highest standard. The incumbent should embody the Corporate Audit Group (CAG) values and vision, and is cognizant of the CAG Policies and Procedures, and adheres to them and applies them.

Participate in achieving the Corporate Audit's annual audit plan according to established schedules. The primary role will be to lead small teams of auditors on various assignments. Incumbent will be expected to lead complex, large and/or sensitive audits with limited management supervision in addition to actively participating in the audit and performing audit work. Incumbent will have overall responsibility for the preparation and quality of workpapers for the team as defined in the CAG's Policies and Procedures. Incumbent is expected to effectively partner and communicate with the client, support groups, internal resources and external organizations.

Complete audit programs and workpapers within the parameters set forth for performing audit work. Use of AutoAudit is required to document audit findings, evaluations, work programs, test results, evidential matter, and audit reports. The incumbent is expected to meet deadlines as set forth by Corporate Audit's Polices and Procedures and comply with established internal and external workpaper standards and procedures.

Apply elements of the Corporate Audit Group Vision and Values to assist in maintaining a strong internal control environment throughout Merck. Integrate and maintain both the stewardship and consultative roles into all assignments. Follow the standards of conduct defined for the profession and as defined in Corporate Audit's Policies and Procedures.

Participate in the assigned roles for specific projects and ensure the realization of the specified results. Support Corporate Audit management in the sharing of best practices and establishment of a best practices database that will support line management in enhancing the stewardship practices across geographical areas. Incumbent will accomplish this by maintaining client relationships, completing tasks efficiently and according to established milestones, encouraging positive team interactions and providing progress reports.

Qualifications

• BS/BA required preferably in Accounting or Finance.
• MBA, CPA or CIA preferred
• A minimum of 3 years of prior internal audit and or public accounting and or general accounting exper ience
• Knowledge of SAP.
• Willingness to travel within assigned regions/entities both domestically and internationally to complete testing; estimated travel up that 40% of the time.
• Knowledge of audit methodology and internal controls
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively with client/business process owners
• Effective oral and written communication, computer, and time management skills and the ability to work with limited supervision

Additional Information

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