Audit, Risk, and Advisory Manager
Universal Music Group
Santa Monica, CAThis is a Full Time Job
How we LEAD:
How - you'll CREATE:
• Assist the Senior Manager Internal Audit, with the execution of the annual Internal Audit Plan
• Plan and perform assigned Internal Audit projects that focus on the evaluation of the company's internal controls
• Leads project planning, on-site fieldwork and draft reporting with limited support from the Senior Manager
• Manages all project elements (time, quality, costs) and escalates delays/obstacles timely to the Senior Manager
• Proactively follow-up and track identified remediation plans required in Operating Companies
• Manage the day to day co-souring relationship with the external service provider and ensure quality of their work
• Reviews the work of and contributes to feedback of the co-source providers, team seniors, supervisors and/or managers
• Implements departmental policies and procedures set by Senior Managers / Director and ensure compliance
• Assist with the drafting of Internal Audit reports
• Assist with investigations that involve policy violations and fraud
• Assist with the identification of process improvement opportunities
• Contribute to the enhancement of Internal Audit methodologies and tools
• Proactively manage relationships with business functions, other compliance teams, and external auditors
• Help educate the organization on the role of Internal Audit
• Team player with a high level of EQ and ability to listen
• Curious to understand new concepts and learn
• Able to build and maintain effective relationships
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to interact with various levels within the organization.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks concurrently
• Demonstrates ability to influence the thinking of, or gain acceptance from, stakeholders in sensitive situations, without damaging the relationship
• Effective in working collaboratively with cross functional team members and with external partners
• Unquestionable integrity and professionalism
• Highly motivated, self-starter
Bring your VIBE:
• Minimum 8 years of experience in a combination of public accounting, industry and/or internal audit or control related roles. Prior experience working in a multinational company.
• Prior experience working in a multinational company
• BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business
• Qualified Accountant or CIA certification required
• Working knowledge of governance and internal control regulations
• Knowledge of Entity-level, process, IT General and application controls
• Experience managing less experienced staff and/or co-source oversight on a project basis.
• Understanding of operational risk areas and related audit strategies
• Experience with SAP ERP, BPC, and Hyperion FM a plus
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to interact with various levels within the organization.
• Good organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks concurrently
• Highly proficient in MS Office Suite to intermediate (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and Visio.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative research and analytical skills, with experience in Data analytics
• Multilingual: Fluent English, another language is a plus
• Ability and availability to travel internationally and lead work on-site at Group subsidiaries
Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.
Job Category:Finance & Accounting
Salary/Benefits
$134,100 - $165,000 /year USD
The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors.
Benefits
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 100% coverage for out-patient in-network mental health services
• Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants
• Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions, plus an additional UMG contribution
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees
• 3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees
• 2-weeks paid Winter Break
• 10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)
• Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
• Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent
Perks
• Join an entrepreneurial, global organization where authenticity, boldness, creativity, connection, dri
Additional Information
Universal Music Group (UMG) is the world's leading music company, committed to artistry, innovation, and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a diverse range of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content across more than 60 countries. UMG identifies and develops recording artists and songwriters, producing, distributing, and promoting critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to entertain fans globally. The Internal Audit department, based at UMG's corporate headquarters in the Netherlands and operational headquarters in Santa Monica, California, as well as Miami, Florida, is responsible for independently assessing operational processes and the quality of internal control across the organization and all Group companies, reporting to the Group Chief Financial Officer.
