Head of Global Internal Audit

Job Description

Global Head of Internal Audit

Wilmington, DE

Monday-Friday 8:00 to 5:00 pm

Hybrid

The Head of Global Internal Audit is responsible for overseeing the internal audit function across all regions and business units within the organization. This role involves developing and implementing audit strategies, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, identifying and mitigating risks and providing strategic insights to senior management.

The position will report to the CFO as well as the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors. The Head of Global Internal Audit will partner closely with business and finance leadership to enhance the control environment tied to business performance and serve the vital role of ensuring proper compliance and governance around critical processes and procedures. This is a high-visibility function and requires a motivated and driven individual to develop, implement and execute the internal audit plan.

As a trusted advisor, you will partner with stakeholders to provide meaningful process improvements while maintaining objectivity and integrity.

Some of the things you will be doing:

• CSC maintains a co-sourcing internal audit model where we work with a 3 rd party to conduct the majority of our internal audits. This role will be responsible for overseeing and managing the co-sourcing relationship.
• In collaboration with our 3 rd party internal audit partner, develop and lead the execution of the risk-based audit plan for evaluating the effectiveness of controls in place to manage significant risk exposures, ensure the integrity and reliability of information and financial reporting, safeguard company’s assets and comply with laws and regulations.
• Understand global regulatory requirements and assist the business in maintaining processes and functions to help ensure compliance with such requirements.
• Supervise and execute non-audit requirements including advisory projects, strategic projects, fraud and conduct & ethics investigations.
• Develop and maintain value-added business partner relationships with all levels of management. Opine on various company-wide initiatives, such as new business initiatives and systems implementations.
• Prepare presentations and other materials in support of Internal Audit’s reporting to management and the audit committee.
• Manage and oversee auditor performance (including co-sourcing partner), providing training and staff development, and ensuring right mix of skills to execute audit engagements and maintain a high-performing team.
• Support compliance with international internal auditing standards.
• Deliver high quality audits and reviews covering operational, financial, regulatory, and compliance-related areas.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen financial controls and improve operational efficiency and productivity.
• Maintain open communication with management and Audit Committee.
• Be the internal control champion within the company.
  
  

What technical skills, qualifications, and experience do you need?

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting / finance or related fields, with Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and/or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or international equivalent is highly preferred.
• A minimum of eight years of internal or external audit experience.
• Significant knowledge and experience with international regulatory requirements, especially in the financial services industry.
• Emphasis on risk management, audit and advisory experience with broad exposure to regulatory, finance, IT and operations systems and controls.
• Comprehensive knowledge of auditing practices, procedures and principles, sufficient to interpret and analyze complex concepts and apply these in innovative ways, including implementation and utilization of data analytics and automated audit management applications.
• Strong understanding of accounting and management controls, audit processes and professional standards and regulations.
  
  

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to build consensus among stakeholders with competing priorities; proven history of identifying meaningful recommendations.
• Effective decision-making skills; can choose a prompt course of action with options involving uncertainty.
• Demonstrate initiative and ability to perform effectively with limited supervision.
• Problem solving skills that demonstrate logical and analytical thought processes.
• Sound decision-making especially in situations where there is ambiguity or uncertainty.
• Collaborate and support colleagues across the organization while maintaining independence.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Effective verbal and written communication, including active listening skills. Comfortable presenting / defending audit findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Superb interpersonal skills with proven ability to build and maintain internal/external relationships with employees at all levels.
• Demonstrates proficiency in accounting, financial systems, and strong business acumen.
• Candidates who reside in Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey may also be considered with an understanding that onsite presence may be necessary on an mutually agreed upon frequency
  
  

About Us

CSC is a global business, legal, and financial services company based in Wilmington, Delaware, USA, providing knowledge-based solutions to clients worldwide. We have offices and capabilities in over 140 jurisdictions in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, and more than 8,000 colleagues. We are the business behind business.®

Visit our careers site to learn more about CSC and our commitment to our clients, communities, and each other.

CSC is committed to creating a feeling of belonging through a diverse and growth-oriented environment where everyone is valued.

CSC colleagues have global career opportunities and excellent benefits, including annual success-sharing bonuses or commission plans based on individual performance. To learn more, visit cscglobal.com/service/careers .

We offer a range of support to colleagues with disabilities, ensuring people have the necessary resources to thrive in their roles. We encourage candidates to work closely with our talent acquisition partners to convey their specific needs. Our commitment to accessibility reflects our broader dedication to diversity and belonging,

CSC only accepts resumes from employment agencies that are part of our approved supplier program. Resumes submitted from other agencies either to talent acquisition, our hiring leaders, employees, or through any other mechanism other than our supplier process, will not be eligible to claim related fees and the submitted resumes will be considered property of CSC.

We encourage candidates to apply directly to our website and not through third-party sources.

Disclaimer: The information above describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not intended to describe all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.

About The Team

At CSC®, we’re always looking ahead, finding ways to improve and anticipate the future needs of our customers. Curiosity fuels our innovation and productivity drives our results. This proactive mindset has helped us adapt and create solutions that have enabled businesses to run smoother and smarter for more than 120 years.

CSC is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talented people whose personal values align with ours. We empower our employees to bring the right solutions to market to meet customer demand. That is why we are the premier provider of global solutions for more than 180,000 businesses.

• CSC is a great place to work with smart and dedicated people. We have been voted a Top Workplace every year since 2006 and are a 2022 National Top Workplace.
• We offer challenging work and career opportunities. Most positions are filled with internal moves and employee referrals.
• Employees are eligible for an annual success sharing bonus or commission plans based on role and individual performance.
• CSC offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, life insurance, and flexible spending and health savings accounts. We also offer you a 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
• Our global standard for our work environments supports current and future technology initiatives through open design, sit-stand workstations, and digital interface points with wireless access throughout the campus. It’s an exciting time for us in terms of growth and expansion.