Internal Audit Manager (157674)

Purpose of the job

Internal Audit & Risk Vision
We strive to be a trusted and effective assurance function that delivers meaningful value to Sonova and its stakeholders taking a risk based approach in balancing breadth and focus in any assignments

Internal Audit & Risk Mission
Support the Board of Directors in fulfilling its oversight responsibility through reliable and objective assurance
Improve coordination between internal assurance functions external auditors and other key stakeholders to optimize risk management and compliance
Provide independent insights and consulting services that help strengthen operations controls and decision-making
Act as a collaborative business partner working with teams to add value and improve processes.
Serve as a platform for talent development helping individuals grow within Sonova
Continuously adapt and evolve in line with Sonovas strategy and business needs

Plan lead and execute internal audit projects to assess and improve risk management internal controls and compliance
Build and maintain constructive relationships with audited entities driving for a collaborative and solutions-oriented approach
Draft and finalize internal audit reports ensuring clear and actionable recommendations for management and Internal Audit Leadership
Drive accountability of audited entities to avoid delayed remediation of or repeat findings
Support senior leadership in reporting to the Audit Committee contributing to special projects enhancing audit methodology and drafting the annual audit plan
Strengthen audit outputs capabilities and knowledge sharing by having a coaching mindset (and on the flipside being open to being coached) by and for team members guest auditors and co-sourced individuals or teams

Tasks & Responsibilities

Internal Audit
Contribute to risk assessments and the development of the Annual Audit Plan
Plan conduct and oversee internal audits across group companies and Sonova headquarters covering processes projects and key business areas
Perform independent reviews to assess:
Key business risks and the effectiveness of risk management or mitigation processes
Financial management and operational controls for reliability and compliance
Protection of Sonova assets IT security and regulatory compliance.
Operational efficiency and business process alignment with Sonovas strategic objectives
Document and report audit findings to management and the Audit Committee
Follow up on agreed actions driving for timely resolution and accountability
Facilitate knowledge sharing and best practice dissemination across the organization
Support the continuous improvement of audit processes integrating as applicable new tools and techniques
Take on special projects or assignments as requested vy the VP Internal Audit and Risk from time to time

Your profile:

University Degree in Business Administration IT or equivalent. Nice to have CPA and/or CIA/CISA certification.
Several years of experience in internal audit. ideally in a Big4 or in a medical device manufacturing and distribution business environment
Independently planned and performed process and system audits
Experience in assessing internal controls and control environment
Experience in project manaqement
Work experience in an international environment
Ability and willingness to travel
Fluent in English

Excellent communication skills (verbally and in writing)
Ability to adjust to changing environments and business issues
Comfortable both working independently as well as part of a trusting and empowering team
Curiosity to grow self
Team-oriented
Ability to drive positive interactions even in difficult situations with management and staff at various levels and with different cultural backgrounds
Emotional Intelligence
Straight forwardness
Positive can do mindset
Ability to lead projects
Analytical skills
Systematic approach
Risk and process oriented audit approach
MS office applications and understanding of General IT and application controls