Stan Hamlet Associates Inc.
60 E. 42 Street, Suite 4600, New York, NY 10165
Audit Senior
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Audit Senior
Position will be Hybrid or possibly Remote
Salary & Bonus will be commensurate with experience
Reporting Structure: Reports to the Senior Manager of Internal Audit
Primary Job Responsibilities:
1. SOX 404 Testing
Assist in the completion of Sarbanes‐Oxley independent testing of financial controls
Coordinate, participate and document walkthroughs of major Company processes
Coordinate, plan and complete testing of internal controls
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with Process Owners
Identify all significant control weaknesses.
Draft and present findings and recommendations to Internal Audit management and audit clients.
Make suggestions for improvements to internal controls and control environment.
2. Business Process Review / IT Auditing
Quickly learn new business processes, company operations and activities and determine areas of greatest risk.
Acquire an understanding of corporate policies and procedures and the functional business disciplines being reviewed to ensure that audit procedures are appropriate, timely, and effective.
Be knowledgeable of and able to articulate internal audit department polices.
Responsible for determining scope and areas to be reviewed based on risk analysis
Conduct research and client interviews consistent with the defined Internal Audit process.
Develop in‐depth understanding of risks and controls related to assigned audit areas
Evaluate the system of financial and operational controls to achieve company objectives.
Perform reviews utilizing established guidelines to analyze the adequacy of internal controls and compliance with corporate procedures.
Perform audit test procedures and identify and communicate issues on a timely basis.
Prepare detailed audit documentation and working papers for assigned areas in accordance with internal audit policies, standards and guidelines
Prepare detailed written observation memos and audit reports that include value‐add audit recommendations
Develop positive working relationships and alignment with audit clients during the planning, execution and reporting phases of the audit
Share knowledge and seek assistance appropriately.
Prepare and communicate status of audit work to the Senior Manager of Internal Audit relative to milestones, open issues, and interactions with the internal clients.
Experience / Knowledge
Bachelors degree
Professional designation completed or in progress (CPA, CIA, CISA, CISSP, PMP)
Strong knowledge of US GAAP
Strong knowledge of audit methodology and techniques
Prior External and / or Internal Audit experience (financial, operational, compliance, IT audits)
Prior Enterprise Risk Management knowledge and experience
Ability to travel domestically (~15‐20%)
Strong English language – verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in Spanish language – verbal and written communication skills a plus, but not required
Ability to work with initiative, minimal supervision and meet prescribed deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills
Exposure to major ERP systems such as SAP and Oracle a plus
Media experience a plus
Skills & Capabilities
Be a highly effective communicator with the ability to interact with Internal Audit stakeholders at all levels.
Develop their internal and external networks and be highly effective at creating lasting relationships with their team members, peers and business stakeholders.
Demonstrate strong business acumen by being attuned to Univision’s strategy, business environment and emerging trends and issues.
Be able to effectively leverage technology to improve operational effectiveness and efficiency.
Be a leader who will have the ability to build consensus and articulate a persuasive point of view.
Be nimble and agile, with the ability to audit strategic initiatives and change programs.
Be risk aware and have an intimate understanding of risk management practices within the organization, our industry and profession.
Be client service delivery focused and an innovative, critical thinker with the ability to provide pragmatic solutions to complex business problems.
Be technically proficient and committed to continuous learning and professional development.
Be fraud aware, with the ability to build effective fraud detection procedures into audit projects and to collaborate with key stakeholders to develop comprehensive anti fraud programs for the organization.
Be innately curious with the drive and work ethic to probe and “to ask the next question” (professional skepticism)
Contact:
Stan Hamlet Associates Inc
(o) 212-685-4884
(c) 914-953-9028