Manager, Internal Audit

Through our dedicated associates, Conduent delivers mission-critical services and solutions on behalf of Fortune 100 companies and over 500 governments - creating exceptional outcomes for our clients and the millions of people who count on them. You have an opportunity to personally thrive, make a difference and be part of a culture where individuality is noticed and valued every day.

 

CAS F&O Audit Manager Job Description  

 

Job Purpose Summary  

 

The F&O Audit Manager, Corporate Audit Services (CAS), reports functionally to the F&O Audit Director and is responsible for assisting in the development of the internal audit plan, supervising audit staff, and participating in the planning, execution, and reporting of audit engagements. Will assess governance, risk management, and internal controls to identify improvements and facilitate development of appropriate management remediation plans. Common tasks include providing on-the-job training for audit staff, independently creating audit planning files, workpapers, and draft reports, and reporting to audit senior leadership.

 

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities   

 

General  

Demonstrate excellent presentation, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Communicate with audit staff, audit senior leadership, and Finance and Operations management clearly and concisely. 

Independently oversee and manage audit planning documents, supporting evidence, workpapers, and draft audit reports/memos.

Provide day-to-day guidance and constructive feedback to audit staff to facilitate their growth and development.

Independently lead and organize internal auditee/client meetings during all phases of an engagement. 

Planning  

Assist audit leadership in the execution of risk assessments and development of the audit plan. 

Develop effective and efficient scheduling for audit engagements within assigned scope of responsibility. 

Perform engagement-level risk assessments to identify key objectives, associated risks, and mitigating controls based on audit scope. 

Apply sound judgment in scoping and planning F&O audits and advisory reviews.

Identify and assess complex strategic, operational, compliance and financial risks and provide advice to management regarding understanding and treatment of these risks.

Assist audit leadership in establishing and implementing policies for the internal audit.

Adhere to the requirements of the IPPF when planning and conducting engagements. 

 

Execution   

Manage and execute 3-5 complex strategic, operational, compliance and financial audits focusing on primary business risks and major corporate initiatives. 

Assess the controls over financial processes, operational workflows, regulatory compliance, internal control systems, risk management procedures, asset management, procurement processes, and overall operational efficiency. 

Effectively frame and discuss engagement results, their impact, and recommendations with audit leadership and relevant stakeholders. 

Ensure audit reports clearly communicate identified risks, issues, recommendations, and management corrective actions.

Prepare informative presentations on F&O and/or process risk to share with senior leadership.

Develop data analyses and provide management with proper context of potential risk exposure due to control weaknesses.

Develop, implement, and monitor project plans to ensure engagement delivery in accordance with project budgets and timelines. 

Track and communicate progress towards established engagement goals and milestones to all stakeholders.

Perform quality assurance review of work papers to ensure compliance with Internal Audit standards.

Facilitate and monitor corrective action taken by management to remediate Findings and Opportunities identified during audit engagements.

 

People Management   

Adjust own management style to fit specific circumstances. 

Analyze own strengths and weaknesses to maximize personal contribution to the mission and goals of the IA department. 

Provide coaching and identifies opportunities to enhance the professional development of IA team members.

Assist staff in defining performance goals; provides constructive and timely feedback in accordance with Conduent HR practices. 

Participate in recruiting new talent to Internal Audit. 

Demonstrate cultural sensitivity leveraging and promoting diverse viewpoints. 

 

Relationship Management  

Develop and maintain trustworthy relationships with all relevant stakeholders. 

Serve as the “face” of audit engagements and cultivate partnerships with audit stakeholders. 

Lead engagements with emphasis on a high degree of customer service and team orientation.

Work to remove departmental barriers and to maximize the effectiveness of the internal audit department.

Communicate with credibility and impact. 

 

Job Specifications & Competencies   

Critical Competencies  

Solve Problems 

Communicate Clearly and Effectively

Possess Business Acumen 

Possess Risk and Process Knowledge

 

Relevant Areas of Knowledge  

The list of relevant knowledge areas that follows is a broad, representative list of knowledge and technical skill areas relevant to this position. It is generally expected that this position would possess or demonstrate solid knowledge in some of the areas listed below.

IIA International Professional Practices Framework and Code of Ethics 

Knowledge of audit techniques as well as a sound awareness of corporate governance or enterprise risk management

Relevant risk and control frameworks (e.g., COSO Internal Control, COSO ERM, COBIT, ISO 31000 Risk Management, ISO 27000 Information Security) 

Reporting on Controls at a Service Organization – SOC1/SOC2 

Data analysis and continuous monitoring (e.g., PowerBI, Tableau) 

Fraud risk and fraud risk management 

Business continuity management 

Proficiency in standard business computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Office, project management) 

Overall awareness and working knowledge of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies and applications (e.g., Robotic Process Automation, Machine Learning, Natural Language Programming, GenAI, ChatGPT) 

Specialty Skills/Knowledge   

Auditing across large scale investment organization, performing risk and data analysis, delivering high quality audit reports, and communicating to senior leaders on results and corrective action.

Audit risk and control experience in financial reporting, internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR), regulatory compliance, operational process improvement, risk management, and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Strong analytical, technical, and auditing skills with exposure to operational, financial, and compliance audits.

Data analysis and visualization technology (Tableau, PowerBI) 

Ability to work on multiple tasks and manage priorities and workload as part of an agile team.

 

Qualifications  

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Data Analysis, or Operations Management

6 – 10 years related work experience in internal/external audit, process improvement, finance, accounting, or operations 

Advanced English Speaker 

Ability to travel up to 30% 

 

Preferred (Optional)  

Professional Accounting or Internal Audit Certifications (e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA, CRMA, CFA, CFE)

Experience in a “Big 4” accounting / consulting firm environment. 

Post-secondary degree (e.g., MBA). 

Experience in a recognized process improvement discipline (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean, CMMI). 

 

 

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