Internal Audit Project Manager

Internal Audit Project Manager

What You’ll Do:

• Operate consistent with Lenovo CoC, audit professional standards, and IA’s vision to safeguard IA’s reputation and credibility.
• Be responsive, results oriented and seek involvement in department continuous improvement initiatives or special projects.
• Commit to personal development by working with manager to identify and leverage opportunities to strengthen capabilities.
• Provide and receive feedback from colleagues, manager and IA leadership.
• Contribute to strong dept. org health by being flexible, and effectively collaborating & maintaining positive relationships with colleagues.
• Maintain sufficient general Lenovo and industry business acumen, audit professional knowledge, and subject matter understanding to
• Fulfill responsibilities effectively and efficiently and deliver credible, impactful results.
• Lead and support Audit Projects.

As Project Manager and Internal Audit team member you will:

• Lead & support complex, high quality operational, financial, and compliance Internal Audits and special projects in a large multinational company that add value and deliver independent assurance/insight to Management and Lenovo’s Board concerning the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls.
• Develop and maintain adequate business acumen to fulfill Internal Audit responsibilities.
• Lead comprehensive effective risk assessments to appropriately set audit scope with focus on key areas of business risk.
• Design and execute audit tests to deliver sufficient and compelling data/facts to support audit conclusion; at times responsible for oversight of testing design and execution performed by other audit team members.
• Communicate (both written and spoken) audit findings and related recommended actions for areas tested to Internal Audit management, and drive alignment on these issues with Management.
• Prepare written audit work papers which adequately address the nature, extent, and results of testing performed; may include oversight and quality reviews of work papers created by other audit team members.
• Perform follow-up with management on timely audit action closure.
• Provide ad hoc consultation with Management on risk and control matters to address process challenges, design and control gaps, and operating deficiencies.
• Collaborate with Internal Audit management to drive continuous improvement in Lenovo Internal Audit practices and capabilities.  

Basic Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in Internal Auditing, external auditing, or controls/compliance focused activities, including experience leading audits or projects.
• Strong analytical skills, good business acumen and communication.
• Proven ability to effectively work in teams and coach less experienced colleagues.
• Public, high tech, and/or manufacturing company experience desired, preferably in a large, multinational.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related degree program
• ~25-35% international travel (~1-2 weeks per audit if needed)           
   

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification or working toward certification in Auditing, Accounting, or Finance-related area (CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, etc.)
• Large, Public Company experience; global, multi-national experience a plus
• Master’s degree in finance, accounting, or related degree program

Reports to:

EMEA Senior Internal Audit manager.

What we will offer: 

* An open and stimulating environment within one of the most forward thinking IT companies.

* Flat structures and fast decision-making processes. 

* A modern and flexible way of working to combine personal and professional life, possibility to work from home. 

* An international team with a high focus on Diversity. 

* Attractive compensation package.

Lenovo is looking forward to welcome you in our team as soon as possible!