Manager of Internal Audit

A successful Internal Audit Manager will be involved in all risk assessment, audit plan development and project execution activities that help Management improve processes and effectively manage risk. The Manager must possess project management, communication, and technical expertise to oversee and execute audit plan assignments by assessing the effectiveness of risk management, internal control, and governance processes.

• Conduct and oversee on-site and remote independent assessments of Zoetis’ global financial, operational, and compliance processes to ensure risks are properly managed.

• Ensure successful completion of assigned/planned audit engagements, inclusive of planning, fieldwork, reporting, and wrap-up activities.

• Perform and coordinate audit planning, including development of the audit scope, objectives, procedures, project timelines and resourcing.

• Identify key risks and assess the effectiveness of management processes/controls and risk mitigation activities.

• Perform data analytics throughout the audit process from planning to reporting, as needed.

• Present audit results and collaborate with management to design and implement effective controls to strengthen and improve the control environment.

• Prepare formal audit reports and executive summaries that communicate audit results clearly and concisely.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to management, including alignment of audit projects with business objectives where applicable.

• Actively participate in department key strategic initiatives and deliverables including the annual risk assessment process and special projects.

• Support preparation of presentations and updates for the Audit Committee.

• Manage and mentor internal audit team members and promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

• Provide audit support for external/integrated audits, as applicable.

Knowledge, Skills, Ability Requirements:

• Strategic thinking, able to challenge status quo.

• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks and audit methodologies. Solid project management skills, with ability to work under tight timelines.

• Strong analytical skills to support effective/efficient process reviews and risk assessments.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with diverse teams and leadership.

• High ethical standards and attention to detail.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or similar field required; MA/MS/MBA preferred.

• Professional designations - CPA, CIA, CFE preferred.

Experience:

• 6+ years of auditing experience (internal/external) required, Life Sciences industry and International experience a plus.

• Process, risk and control assessment experience required, control rationalization and optimization experience a plus.

• Strong background in Financial and Information Systems, SAP and AuditBoard experience is a plus.

Travel:

• Domestic and/or international business travel of approximately 15-20%.

This is a hybrid position that will require 2-3 days in the office a week.

Any unsolicited resumes sent to Zoetis from a third party, such as an Agency recruiter, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Zoetis mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Zoetis employees, or to Zoetis resume database will be considered Zoetis property. Zoetis will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.

Zoetis will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search.