Audit and Assurance Program Manager

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Job description

JOB TITLE: Audit and Assurance Program Manager

TOP 3 SKILLS: IIA Certified Internal Auditor, Operational Audit, SOX Knowledge

LOCATION: San Jose, CA

DURATION: 6 month CTH

RATE RANGE: 72-76/hour

SUMMARY:

The Audit and Assurance Program Manager works closely with all levels of management across the organization related to audit, assurance, and compliance activities. The position is responsible for ensuring the company is complying with regulations, control environment, internal policies & procedures, risk mitigations, governance practices. The role primarily supports operational compliance audits and assurance activities. This position is located in San Jose, California.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs advisory and consulting activities to enhance the value provided to Customers

Perform audit and assurance activities to assess the company's obligations related to, regulations, third party agreements, standards, internal policies, operational procedures, IT controls, financial controls, or regulatory compliance

Develop progressive and innovative approaches to compliance and operational audits

Partners with functional owners/stakeholders in the development of business assurances work related to emerging regulations, business practices, enterprise risk management, sustainability, and operating procedures

Advises Management in assessing risks, develop governance models, and evaluate the compliance impacts to operational processes

Contributes to the delivery of projects and programs under the responsibility of the Internal Audit Function

Prepares relevant business reports and presentations for management

Facilitates the Company's Operational Review and Assurance Program

Collects and analyzes data, reviews documents, and assesses samples to draw independent and objective conclusions

Supports the functional design, implementation, and administration of technological solutions for internal audit and risk management, including automation

Recommends modifications to improve the effectiveness of risk management, control environment, and governance processes

Assigns, reviews, and manages activities performed by co-sourced partners, consultants, any part-time resources

Develops and maintains successful relationships and partnerships with internal customers, stakeholders, and external parties

May perform activities to support the company's SOX Compliance Program

Assists in providing department trainings and knowledge enhancement

Performs other similar duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Business or and/or equivalent relevant experience

Ten years of progressive experience working in compliance, business, and operational auditing

IIA Certified Internal Auditor desired

High proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications and collaboration tools

Valid California Driver License

KNOWLEDGE AND CAPABILITIES:

A keen eye for detail

Compliance auditing approaches and development of reporting documentation

Ability to understand and analyze business process, compliance, internal control theory, COSO 2013, and governance

Strong understanding of risk management and abilities to analyze and evaluate effectiveness of mitigations

Working knowledge of business best practices in compliance and operational auditing and assurance

Excellent interpersonal skills needed to build positive working relationships across all functions within the Company

Ability to learn "on-the-go , give and receive constructive feedback in a productive way

Ability to think strategically and plan effectively, with attention to detail and strong ownership work ethic

Strong project and program management, organizational, analytical, and creative problem-solving skills

Ability to work in a dynamic environment, with an ability to navigate and overcome ambiguity

Ability to manage multiple priorities/activities to meet commitments

Excellent verbal and written English language skills required

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