Group Internal Audit Manager

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è ABOUT BUREAU VERITAS :

Bureau Veritas is a world leader in testing, inspection, and certification. Founded in 1828, the Group employs more than 83,000 colleagues in 140 countries, and operates over 1,600 offices and laboratories worldwide.

Bureau Veritas is a "Business to Business to Society" services company that contributes to transforming the world by  supporting customers to address challenges in quality, health and safety, environmental protection, and sustainability.

The Group (listed in Paris and a member of the CAC 40, CAC 40 ESG, SBF 120, and SBT 1.5 indices) generated close to €6 billion in revenue in 2023 and has very strong growth prospects. For more information, visit www.bureauveritas.com, and follow us on LinkedIn.

We are seeking a Group Internal Audit Manager to join our Head Office based in Paris.

è MAIN MISSIONS:

You will perform internal audits and will also be involved in the continuous improvement of the quality and efficiency of the Internal Audit function.

These are the most significant job duties performed; other responsibilities or assignments not specifically mentioned may also be assigned.

You supervise and perform the audit missions assigned, timely and in line with IIA Institute of Internal Audit (& French IFACI) standards :

-Mission preparation

‒      Prepare the Mission letter;

‒      Manage logistical and security aspects;

‒      Secure timely preparation of the audit, including the review of previous audit findings and actions plans status; define the audit approach, based on the risk assessment of the entities audited and in line with AAS audit strategy and work program;

‒      Lead preliminary interviews for specific risk areas identification and coverage, test samples preparation and sending.

‒      Distribute tasks within the team and supervise auditors;

-Field work

‒      Schedule the kick-off meeting;

‒      Perform the audit work your scope;

‒      Supervise, review and consolidate the work performed by the team;

‒      Schedule the closing meeting;

‒      Consolidate and review the audit report.

-Finalization of the mission

‒      Check the action plan proposed by auditees (Action plan quality & deadlines);

‒      Prepare Final audit report issuance;

‒      Ensure mission supporting evidence are duly filled in AAS SharePoint;

‒      Close the mission in the audit tool A2C.

Overall, you are the main contact during the audit mission. You are responsible for the proper conduct of the mission, in accordance with the internal audit methodology and the respect of the deadlines.

You Monitor actions plans until completion, through reminders and dedicated campaigns to relevant stakeholders (including escalation process).

You participate in the Audit monitoring tool & process improvement (system upgrades needs & specifications);

You will be in charge of the new auditors onboarding’s process by contributing to their training and providing them with appropriate support. You demonstrate leadership within the team. 

You participate in cross-functional subjects in the Internal Audit department: KPIs, reporting, tools, etc. 

You provide inputs and insights to Management and contributes to delivering the Audit Plan according to the 3 key drivers: timely, quality and with an impactful / value added approach.

è EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SOF SKILLS:

‒      Minimum Required Education: Master’s degree in accounting/ finance

‒      Minimum Required Experience: ~7 years auditing / consulting / finance experience minimum

‒      Experience supervising audit projects would be a plus;

‒      Excellent oral and written communication, in English & French (another language would be a plus);

‒      Ability to work and adapt in global company, with strong analytical skills to analyze complex business environment and identify risk;

‒      Presents organized and thorough information and data appropriate for intended audience, which contributes to producing clear, comprehensive and accurate findings and developing insightful, value-added and actionable solutions.

‒      Identifies and resolves problems (resourcefully);

‒      Identifies opportunities for improvements and develops/recommends solutions;

‒      Prioritizes regular workload, special tasks and projects, allocating time and resources to ensure that work is completed accurately and efficiently within established time frame;

‒      Team-oriented: consults with team members and management as needed to complete assigned responsibilities;

‒      Business-oriented;

‒      Quick learner and enjoy the challenge of unfamiliar tasks, projects;

‒                  Strong fluency of Windows applications and Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint;

Communication Skills

‒      Fluent in English (another language would be a plus)

‒      Capacity to manage stakeholders at all levels in a matrix environment.

‒      Strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity; build strong working relationships.

‒      Maintains strict confidentiality.

Time Management Skills

‒      Strong time management skills; able to multi-task and prioritize workloads to deliver in a timely manner.

‒      Demonstrate issue resolution, action oriented, and follow-up skills.

Technical Competencies

‒      Knowledge of Generally Accepted Audit Standards (GAAS), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), IFRS.

‒      Expected knowledge of end-to-end processes, identifying risks/controls, performing process walkthroughs, testing for key controls and monitoring effectiveness and reporting results.

‒      Basic knowledge of IT security, infrastructure, and operating system platforms stakes.

‒      Eagerness to learn and develop IA related skills.

‒      Travel is likely to be approximately 50%, not restricted to Europe.

Bureau Veritas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, sexual orientation, genetics...

This position is responsible to ensure equal opportunity in employment in that all persons are treated equally and on the basis of merit, in decisions regarding selection, placement, promotions, training, work assignments, transfers and other personnel actions