Job Description

Reporting to the Head of Internal Audit and Internal Controls (IA/IC), this role will support in providing assurance to the Audit Committee in through developing and executing a risk-based annual audit plan focused on the company's strategic risk and compliance with regulations and Company policies. The position also has exposure to SOX 404 compliance efforts, the general internal control framework, and working with external auditors. The role includes facilitating, maintaining, and managing audits and client relationships within the Organization as well as performing independent SOX testing. The position will have responsibility for a broad range of audit types (e.g., Financial, Compliance, Commercial, Operational, and Information Technology). Additionally, the position will serve as the primary contact and lead for all forensic investigations managed by Internal Audit.

Primary responsibilities:

• Management and execution of Financial, Compliance, Commercial, Operational, and IT audits, and SOX testing
• Leads forensic investigations/audits
• Co-develops the annual risk-based audit plan for Audit Committee approval
• Co-develops the annual risk-based SOX 404 Testing Plan
• Defining the department’s data analytics strategy and developing analytics capabilities within the annual audit plan
• Designated power user for the IA department’s systems and tools, including but not limited to 1) data analysis software and 2) AlignGRC, an internal audit management solution.

This position interacts with IT, Legal, HR, Compliance, and operational management personnel across the company, as well as Compliance and Finance for forensic and/or continuous audits.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist the Head of IA/IC in developing and executing the scope of audit responsibilities for the Par Health Internal Audit Team. Adjust as necessary to align with Par Health’s business strategies, emerging risks, and the Internal Audit charter, as approved by the Audit Committee.
• Co-develop the annual risk-based audit plan by utilizing IA’s risk assessment methodology, which includes identifying relevant risks, seeking input from leadership, owning the department’s risk assessment model, and generating the annual plan for Audit Committee approval.
• Supports SOX 404 business process and IT activities, including overseeing documentation and testing internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR).
• If applicable, lead/manage an outsourced team in conducting financial, operational, compliance, and IT audits, including audit planning, execution, reviewing audit work papers, and drafting audit reports.
• Responsible for resource management and assisting the audit team in overall audit plan completion.
• Assist with the department’s systems and tools, such as software updates, implementations, troubleshooting issues, and guiding the department in best practices.
• Makes recommendations on utilizing data analysis tools and methodologies to improve efficiency and effectiveness for all internal audits, including best practices in data validation to ensure the reliability of results.
• Manages forensic auditing and leads the interview process to investigate suspected criminal law or corporate policy violations, including theft, fraud, embezzlement, conflicts of interest, collusion, kickbacks, and record falsification.
• Identify and clearly define audit issues and root causes, recommend improved internal controls and processes, and ensure corrective action plans are developed and implemented—present findings to audit leadership and management.
• Remain current on technology advances; attend/join relevant professional organizations (e.g., IIA, ISACA, ACFE), industry conferences, and round tables.
• Promote a zero-tolerance control environment where fraud or non-compliance is unacceptable and difficult to conceal.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To qualify for this highly visible position, candidates must have:

• BA / BS in Accounting or Finance, MBA preferred.
• CPA or CIA is preferred, and CFE is highly desirable.
• Certification in data analysis software is a plus.
• Experience with data visualizations and the ability to summarize complex data from multiple sources.
• Relentless attention to detail with data integrity validation.
• Experience implementing audit analytics with proven results (e.g., identifying suspected fraud, control recommendations to mitigate identified risk, or resulting in the recovery of funds).
• A minimum of six years of experience includes financial or forensic auditing or other relevant finance function experience.
• Other Skills and Competencies: Working knowledge of ERP systems, COSO, and other data analytic / visualization tools.
• Experience with SAP. Knowledge of SAP data tables and relationships is a plus.
• Experience with JDE and Model N is a plus
• “Big 4” or national audit firm experience preferred; other public accounting, internal audit, or forensic investigations experience beneficial.
• Solid understanding of the audit profession and auditing standards, particularly for multi-national companies, as well as SOX 404 compliance requirements
• Unquestionable integrity, objectivity, and independence
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills to effectively and confidentially interact with management, staff, and outside vendors across multiple countries and cultures.
• Exceptional project management skills with the ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
• Highly motivated, positive attitude, and assertive with critical thinking skills
• Able to manage ambiguity, adapt to change, and have solid problem-solving skills

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS / SCOPE:

Reports to the Head of IA/IC, but will interface with all team members in specific areas such as continuous audit reporting, annual risk assessment / other department improvements, and Audit Committee quality control; will regularly interact with Finance, Compliance, Global Security, Legal, and HR management, commercial and operational management, and occasionally with other key members of senior management.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Ability to travel approximately 15 - 20%. Travel may fluctuate depending on acquisitions / divestitures and the degree of integration with corporate functions.

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