SOX Auditor, Group Internal Audit

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Job Description

SOX Auditor, Group Internal Audit

Exton, PA

Hybrid

Objective/Purpose

Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting to ensure compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) by conducting control testing, identifying control deficiencies, and performing remediation testing as necessary.

Scope

• Conduct testing of key process controls, including design effectiveness and operational effectiveness, in line with US-SOX requirements. Work independently, with limited required direction and guidance, and providing appropriate direction to other internal audit project team members.

• Self manages schedule and workload in accordance with GIA T&AE SOX Assurance Senior Lead.

• Work closely with various departments, including Global Finance SOX PMO, BU, MU, TBS, Corporate Function and DD&T, to understand processes, assess control risks, and ensure effective communication of testing results. Prepare and maintain detailed documentation of testing procedures, test results, and control deficiencies within HighBond in accordance with internal standards and external auditor requirements. Prepare testing results commensurate with Takeda GIA SOX guidance

• Assist with updating, change management, access management of HighBond, automations and other digital solutions.

• Participate in Americas Audit Office operational audits as able in SOX low periods.

Qualifications

Education:

o Bachelor’s Degree or higher – preferably in Accounting, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or relative discipline.

o CPA/CA, CIA, CFE, CISA, CISM, CGEIT or other advanced certifications equivalent certification is preferred.

Experience:

o Minimum of 2 years of experience in internal controls, SOX compliance, auditing, or related areas.

o Progressive experience in financial, business, IT audit within Big 4, Industry or combination with preference toward audit experience in SOX, internal audits, accounting audits or information system audits globally.

o Self-starter and a team player, manage multi-task, and work effectively under tight schedule with high pressure.

o Willingness to develop skills in business process and IT process/control best practices including assessing, advising, designing, and/or recommending complex, global, regulatory compliance, risk management, and/or internal audit organization structures, policies and procedures.

o Familiarity with US-SOX and relevant regulatory frameworks.

Skills:

o Understanding of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and risk assessment methodologies.

o Excellent analytical skills with the ability to assess complex processes and identify control weaknesses.

o Experience identifying and addressing audit client needs: building, maintaining, and utilizing networks of client relationships and community involvement, communicating value propositions.

o Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

o Conscientiously creates a positive environment, meeting client expectations, keeping leadership informed of progress and issues.

o Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word. GRC experience is a plus.

Additional Qualifications:

o Experience in controls automation and the use of advanced data analytics tools is highly desirable.

o Ability to travel domestically and internationally, if required, up to 40%.

o Flexibility to work on a global team.

WHAT TAKEDA CAN OFFER YOU:

• 401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan

• Tuition reimbursement Company match of charitable contributions

• Health & Wellness programs including onsite flu shots and health screenings

• Generous time off for vacation and the option to purchase additional vacation days

• Community Outreach Programs

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Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

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For Location:

Exton, PA

U.S. Base Salary Range:

$86,500.00 - $135,960.00

The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location. 

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/ or long-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation. 

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Locations

Exton, PA

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

Yes