What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Manager - Internal Audit (Hybrid) position at Caris Life Sciences?
Position Summary
The Senior Manager – Internal Audit position will support the development and execution of the annual audit strategy through managing financial, operational, compliance and technology audits. This includes the design, documentation, and testing of Sarbanes-Oxley (“SOX”) controls. The position will also provide support to the VP – Internal Audit in implementing Internal Audit (“IA”) initiatives.
Job Responsibilities
This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Caris Life Sciences is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
The Senior Manager – Internal Audit position will support the development and execution of the annual audit strategy through managing financial, operational, compliance and technology audits. This includes the design, documentation, and testing of Sarbanes-Oxley (“SOX”) controls. The position will also provide support to the VP – Internal Audit in implementing Internal Audit (“IA”) initiatives.
Job Responsibilities
- Highly visible role with the ability to partner with all aspects of the company and influence positive change with various stakeholders.
- Assist in developing a risk-based annual audit plan through risk assessment activities and understanding key components of risk within the business.
- Plans and coordinates resources, including co-source provider, needed to perform SOX activities and other assurance engagements.
- Assist in the design, documentation, and testing of the Company’s internal controls over financial reporting to ensure compliance with COSO standards and appropriate coverage of the SOX program.
- Manage the SOX 404 financial statement mapping, risk assessment and scoping process.
- Perform walkthroughs to obtain an understanding of the business process and prepare process documentation, including flowcharts, narratives, and updating risk/control matrices.
- Perform audits from planning, execution, identifying findings and recommendations, and reporting. Maintain detailed documentation to support the audit.
- Review and assess corrective and preventative action plans to assure resolution of audit findings and prevent re-occurrence.
- Leverage and enable technology to gain efficiencies in deliverables and services. Integrate the use of analytics throughout the audit to help identify risks, support conclusions, and substantiate the impact.
- Advise on design of internal controls as new processes and systems are introduced.
- Identify opportunities to streamline and rationalize controls.
- Support external audit control testing efforts, including walkthroughs, testing, and evaluation of deficiencies.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
- 7 years of Internal Audit experience.
- Professional certification (CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, or equivalent).
- 4 years of experience with Sarbanes-Oxley 404 – Internal Controls Over Financial Reporting.
- 3 years of experience leading audit engagements.
- Knowledge of IFRS, U.S. GAAP, and IIA standards.
- 4 years of experience in a Big 4 public accounting firm.
- Advanced degree preferred (ex. MBA - Business/Accounting/Finance/or related field).
- Biotechnology, healthcare, and/or laboratory industry experience a plus.
- Experience with data analytics tools/software and large-scale ERP systems.
- 3 years of people leadership experience, including managing co-source providers.
- Proven track record of growth in an auditing role within a company.
- Strong influencing and negotiating skills.
- Demonstrates strong project management skills in the delivery of support, advisory, and assurance services.
- Highly self-motivated, self-directed, and attentive to detail.
- Ability to excel in a fast paced and rapidly changing environment.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and seek guidance as needed to clarify assignments or request for information.
- Excellent communication, customer service and time-management skills.
- Ability to document business processes using detailed flowcharts, narratives, and risk/control matrices.
- Understands and adheres to the Institute of Internal Auditors Code of Ethics and the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
- Must possess the ability to sit, stand, and/or work at a computer for long periods of time.
- Occasional lifting of items up to 35lbs. is required when installing some IT equipment.
- All job specific, safety, and compliance training are assigned based on the job functions associated with this employee.
- This position requires periodic travel and some evenings, weekends and/or holidays.
This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Caris Life Sciences is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
