Audit Manager

La description

Here at Avis Budget Group we're more than just rentals—although over 70 years of experience and 11,000 locations in 180 countries has taught us a thing or two about that. We’re shaping the future of the mobility industry with our innovative, customer-focused solutions. Our globally recognized brands - Avis, Budget, Budget Truck and Zipcar - connect people to more. This means more convenience, more options and more time on the road for our customers. But we also connect our employees to more: opportunities, benefits, support, collaboration and most importantly—power to change the future. Sound your speed? Come join our family.

We are looking for an Internal Audit Manager to lead and execute Operational and Compliance audits, in support of the global Internal Audit plan, obtaining assurance over and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of business processes and internal controls.

In this position, you will leverage risk and internal controls knowledge to provide insightful recommendations to business stakeholders, improving the design and effectiveness of the business control environment.

As part of the Internal Audit team, the Internal Audit Manager will contribute to the timely completion of the Global audit plan and the execution of Department strategic initiatives to advance Internal Audit programs. This position is based in Parsippany, New Jersey.

What you’ll do:

• Manage and direct the execution of risk-based internal audits in accordance with the global audit methodology and IIA standards, ensuring audit projects are delivered on time and assigned team is efficiently utilized.
• Support the Internal Audit Sr. Manager and other project managers by contributing to all phases of assigned audits, including risk assessments, planning, conducting walkthroughs, performing testing, work paper documentation, control design assessments, drafting audit observations, and verifying audit issue closure
• Partner with the business stakeholders in identifying and evaluating risks, establishing mitigation and control plans, and understanding cross-functional control impacts
• Lead multiple projects simultaneously and effectively manage timelines to deliver high-quality deliverables efficiently and effectively with limited supervision
• Be the first point of contact to provide guidance and audit results to middle and senior management, including leading audit opening and closing meetings for the engagements you have responsibility for
• Manage and develop department internal audit associates, exposing them to multiple aspects of the company and challenging them as appropriate in preparation for advancement within the department and/or company; this will include providing feedback, talent and performance management, leadership, coaching, motivation, and training
• Assist the Internal Audit Leadership Team in meeting the staffing needs of the organization, including, when required, assisting with the allocation of audit resources to ensure the audit plan is appropriately executed
• Support the ERM and Fraud Risk Assessment process to identify current and emerging risks and assist with the development of the annual audit plan
• Contribute to the overall effectiveness and value of the Internal Audit department by recommending and developing innovative audit approaches and process improvements (e.g., use of data analytics, agile audit methodology, etc.)
• Estimated up to 10% travel

  What we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (e.g., Business, Finance, or Accounting)
• 5+ years of audit experience, preferably in a Big 4 Public or National Accounting firm within internal audit services, assurance, risk management, or comparable business experience
• CIA certification is preferred, and other audit or accounting certifications are a plus (e.g., CPA or equivalent)
• Strong understanding of risk and controls and experience executing risk-based integrated audits (IT & operational)
• Experience with regulatory compliance-related reviews (e.g., Privacy, ESG, Anti-Bribery / Corruption) is a plus
• Ability to understand and articulate broader business implications / risks of complex operational and regulatory compliance matters
• Project management experience overseeing all phases of audits with the skills to coach, motivate, and lead a team of audit professionals
• Strong communication (oral and written), interpersonal, presentation skills with the ability to clearly and concisely articulate audit observations and improvement opportunities
• Experience with leveraging data analysis and visualization tools is a plus (e.g., Tableau, ACL, IDEA, Alteryx, Excel)
• Proactive, organized, and able to manage competing priorities to deliver timely completion of assignments
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with peers and business partners
• Intellectual curiosity and healthy professional skepticism
• Ability to handle competing priorities

Perks you’ll get:

• Clear and defined career paths to pursue.
• Access to Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance.
• Eligible to elect other voluntary benefits including: Group Legal, Identity Theft, Accident Insurance, FSA, additional life insurance coverages.
• Contribute up to $260 as a tax-free benefit for public transportation or parking expenses.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matched contributions.
• Full training to learn the business and enhance professional skills.
• Employee discounts, including discounted prices on the purchase of Avis/Budget cars.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program for services including counseling, financial and legal consultation, referrals for care service and more.

Avis Budget Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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