APi Group is a global, market-leading business services provider of safety and specialty services in over 500 locations worldwide. APi provides statutorily mandated and other contracted services to a strong base of long-standing customers across industries. We are driven by entrepreneurial business leaders to deliver innovative solutions for our customers. As our presence across the globe increases, we are striving to become the #1 people-first company in the world.
At APi Group, our purpose is clear: We Build Great Leaders. We believe that everyone at APi is a Leader, and we provide leadership development programs across our businesses to facilitate growth. Our distinct leadership development culture creates an empowered, entrepreneurial atmosphere where our leaders can grow, thrive, and belong.
We are currently seeking an Internal Audit Manager. We believe success in this position will require a team player with an analytical mindset, great people-skills, and a positive and ambitious attitude who will engage with our businesses and is genuinely excited about problem solving in a dynamic business environment. You will be responsible for performing our internal audit processes that are necessary and appropriate as a US publicly listed company on the NYSE. You will work with our co-sourced partners focusing on improving and maintaining our SOX internal control framework, including the design, documentation, and related testing. You will also assist and help manage our risk-based audit approach that ensures continued regulatory compliance and improves our operational effectiveness through audits in line with the annual audit plan.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
To include, but not limited to, the following
- Review annual Internal Audit program, ensuring efficient and timely execution of all stages of the Internal Audit program
- Work with the VP Internal Audit and other IA teammates to develop and implement a robust audit plan on an annual basis, which appropriately covers key risks to the business.
- Coordinate with external providers on planning and review their SOWs
- Coordinate walkthrough timing with external auditors
- Oversee process for updating flowcharts and review updates, as needed
- Execute audit projects (Operational Audits, and/or special projects)
- Liaise with external auditors and drive efficiencies in the overall audit process
- Lead the creation of SOX reporting to management and the audit committee
- Quality Review - Provide direction and review work performed by staff and outsourced service providers (SOX and/or Operational audits)
- Identify practical remediation plans jointly with management. Perform follow-up procedures to monitor remediation status and work with management in an advisory capacity until appropriately resolved
- Provide added value insight and process improvement to drive efficiency and consistency across the business units.
- Identify practical remediation plans jointly with management. Perform follow-up procedures to monitor remediation status and work with management in an advisory capacity until appropriately resolved.
- Effectively use data analytics and automation to expand audit coverage and gain efficiencies.
- Assist with special projects as requested by the Audit Committee and/or Management.
- Complete annual goalsetting and IDP’s
- Manage, coach, and develop team, including participating in the talent management, staff evaluation, and new hire processes.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field and 5+ years of audit or similar experience. Big 4 public accounting experience appreciated
- Understanding of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and COSO Internal Control framework Experience and understanding of the Institute of Internal Audit Standards for the Professional Practice of Auditing and control frameworks such as COSO
- Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and written communication skills
- Certification as a CIA, CPA, CISA or similar, preferred
- Experience in utilizing data analysis tools to perform audit work, preferred
- Skill in evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls over key IT risks and detecting changes in key risks and/or control effectiveness, preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook and AuditBoard, preferred
- Ability to travel (domestic and internationally) 10-20%
Competencies and Skills:
- Adapts to Change
- Builds trust
- Collaborates with others
- Communicates effectively
- Solves Problems
- Builds relationships / partnerships
- Shows Flexibility
Benefits and Compensation:
This role will be based out of our New Brighton office. The pay range is $103,500 - $155,800, depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for annual bonus and profit sharing based on company performance in addition to other benefits that support the total well-being of you and your family. Some benefits include:
- Comprehensive Insurance coverage, Medical, Dental, Vision, and more
- Access to corporate fitness center
- Wellness Program
- 401K with employer match
- Discounted company stock (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
- Profit Sharing
- Generous paid time off
- Leadership Flex - hybrid work environment
- Growth opportunities through company sponsored leadership development courses and trainings
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
All offers of employment are expressly contingent upon the satisfactory completion, in accordance with Company policy, of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
