What are the responsibilities and job description for the Audit Manager / Audit Senior Manager position at Michael Page?
About Our Client
They are a reputable Japanese-based company with a strong global presence across 65 countries focusing within productive trade. Their New York City office serves as a vital hub for our North American operations, and they are currently looking to expand their team.
Job Description
- Plan, execute, and oversee operational audits and internal control testing in accordance with the annual audit plan.
- Lead a team of auditors in performing risk assessments, audit testing, and reporting.
- Ensure audits are conducted efficiently, meeting deadlines and quality standards.
- Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls in compliance with company policies, laws, and regulations.
- Identify control weaknesses, process inefficiencies, and risks; recommend actionable improvements.
- Perform root cause analysis and develop strategies to address recurring issues.
- Partner with operational and functional teams to understand processes, challenges, and improvement opportunities.
- Provide guidance and training to business units on internal controls and risk mitigation practices.
- Present audit findings and recommendations to senior leadership and the audit committee.
- Contribute to the development of the internal audit strategy, methodologies, and risk-based audit plans.
- Monitor emerging risks, industry trends, and regulatory developments, adapting audit approaches as needed.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the internal audit function's value to the organization.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 6 - 10 years of progressive audit experience.
- Strong knowledge of operational auditing, internal controls, and risk management principles.
- Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, or equivalent is preferred.
- Experience working in a global or multinational organization.
- Experience in trading, commodities, or related industries.
- Familiarity with ERP systems and data analytics tools (e.g., SAP, Power BI, ACL, or IDEA).
- Proficiency in leading cross-border audit engagements and working with diverse teams.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and presentation abilities, with a track record of influencing stakeholders at all levels.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under tight deadlines.
- Ability to travel anywhere from 20% of the time both domestically and internationally
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant
What's on Offer
Ability to work with a stable and established firm that has a large presence in many countries. Opportunity for growth within the business. Flexible work schedule, only going into the office two days a week. Work within a diverse industry that is continuously growing.
Contact
Megan Posillico
Quote job ref
JN-122024-6611659
