Internal Audit Manager

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Summary

We are looking for an Internal Audit Manager that will be responsible for planning, supervising and accomplishing audits and management consulting projects that evaluate our company’s internal controls, financial reporting and operational effectiveness of business processes and systems. You will supervise, coach and develop a strong team of staff and senior auditors, working closely with the Senior Director of Internal Audit, Senior Director IT Audit, and Managers.

Responsibilities

• Proactively plans, leads and/or supervises audits, activities and special projects. This includes risk assessment, scoping, planning, detailed execution of fieldwork, reviewing the work of audit teams; and providing expertise in auditing standards, accounting and operational controls and regulatory and policy compliance. Apply a risk-based methodology that achieves timely results and high-quality audit deliverables in accordance with the IIA Global Auditing Standards.

• Collaborates with Internal Audit Directors and Managers with determining allocation of department resources to ensure successful execution of audit plan and deliverables.

• Contributes to the design and implementation of our internal audit quality and improvement program, methodology, and ongoing culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

• Manage team members to ensure audit procedures and documentation supporting testing and conclusions are conducted appropriately. Conduct performance reviews and other managerial tasks.

• Assign and supervise the timely accomplishment of departmental objectives and administrative tasks.

• Apply technology and tools to improve audit efficiencies.

• Plays an instrumental role in project management ensuring audit related activities are accurately reported to company management on a timely basis.

• Coordinates status updates with the company’s independent public accountants.

• Coach, mentor and develop audit talent; Work to drive top quartile team engagement.

• Liaise with business and finance leadership and communicate status of key projects and initiatives, and audit results and trends.

• Analyzes processes and data and assesses level of compliance with applicable procedures, adequacy of controls, efficiency and effectiveness of operations and accuracy of reported information.

• Review audit reports and engage in discussions with relevant management promptly.

• Proposes solutions and formulate recommendations for business improvement, cost savings, cash flow generation, and profitability enhancements.

• Plans and supervises audit work with special projects such as investigations, acquisition integration, and other strategic company initiatives.

• Assist with the Internal Audit annual risk assessment process and development of the audit plan.

• Keep abreast of changes to accounting pronouncements, company policies, regulatory requirements and enterprise risks.

What we look for

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is a requirement, with equivalent experience accepted.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in managing direct teams is preferred.

• Professional certification(s) such as CPA, CIA, CMA, CFE, or comparative international certifications is required.

• 5+ years of auditing, accounting and finance experience with progressive levels of responsibility. Public accounting experience is required. Multinational and public company experience is preferred.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, Powerpoint, and demonstrated ability to learn technology and financial systems and applications used within the company.

• Experience with Data analytics, RPA, and/or visualization tools is preferred.

• Skilled in operational procedures and systems, able to build assessment protocols to identify flaws, boost efficiencies, and raise governance standards.

• Inquisitive and fast learner of new concepts who demonstrates strong analytical skills, critical thinking, and is detail oriented.

• Displays skill in instructing and supporting team members at various experience levels in auditing.

• Demonstrates positivity, integrity, flexibility, and creative problem solving skills.

• Collaborates effectively with internal and external parties.

• Able to appropriately manage time and multi-task across multiple projects and activities to achieve goals.

• Ability to travel both domestically and internationally (up to 25%).

What do we offer?

• Fixed-term contract for 3 months and then for an indefinite period.

• Competitive salary, annual bonuses, recognition award program.

• Possibilities for development on a personal and professional level in one of the leading global MedTech companies.

• Package of benefits including Private medical care (Lux Med), Life Insurance, Multisport card.

• Bax4U - cafeteria/lunch cards (300 PLN).

• PPE program with very attractive conditions available for each employee after 3 months.

• Educational support: fully covered language courses (English or other languages according to business needs), financial certifications (ACCA, CIMA).

• Co-financing of holidays and an additional 2 days off from work annually.

• Day off for birthday!

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

• Bax Flex - hybrid model (3 days from the office).

• Extraordinary Warsaw office location - Powiśle!

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The minimum salary for this position is 232 000,00 PLN annually. Your initial pay could be at the minimum or higher based on skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors, all of which are subject to change. This position may also be eligible for competitive benefits, discretionary bonuses, and/or long-term incentive. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

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