Overview

This is a hybrid role (if located in Charlotte or Raleigh, NC) with the expectation that time working will regularly take place inside and outside of a company office. Three days a week in office. Open to remote in several markets for highly qualified candidate.

This Audit Project Manager II - Technology & Automation position is responsible for executing the department's technology strategy and delivering automation solutions that support IA activities and empower effective program management. The ideal candidate possesses 8+ years of relevant experience, with a strong understanding of data architecture, automation tools, and internal audit methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Automation and Technology solutions:
• Deliver Automation and Technology solutions and execute end-to-end process including requirement gathering and assessment, design and development, implementation and ongoing support of technology solutions used by the Internal Audit department.
• Maintain and enhance existing internal audit tools and applications (both vendor-provided and in-house developed) to support IA methodology.
• Explore and assess new technologies and tools that can optimize internal audit processes and effectiveness.
• Manage IA's technology assets and ensure compliance with relevant IT security policy and procedures.
• Participate the development of the department's Technology Strategy & Roadmap:
• Identify current and future technology needs and gaps within the department.
• Create a short- and long-term roadmap to address these needs and achieve the department's desired future technological state.
• Facilitate a technology working group to review the strategy, establish governance, and oversee its execution.
• Stakeholder Relationship Building:
• Cultivate strong relationships with internal stakeholders such as the IA management team, program owners, and partners in other department such as IT, ERM, etc.
• Collaborate effectively with external vendors and perform on-going monitoring of vendor support and performance.

• Knowledge of internal and external laws, policies, and procedures regulating Internal Audit actions.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), SEC Rules, and SOX Act

• Possess a strong technical background in data architecture and ETL processes (SQL Server experience preferred).
• Bachelor's and/or master's degree in computer science, computer engineering, management information systems, accounting information systems, mathematics, statistics, or equivalent discipline.
• Understand and leverage APIs for data integration.
• Considerable experience in application development, User-Interface design, and system configuration.
• Expert knowledge in automation tools like Alteryx for streamlining processes.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with Internal Audit / GRC tools and technologies.