Principal Internal Audit
Principal Internal Audit
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Job Description
Sabre is a technology company that powers the global travel industry. By leveraging next-generation technology we create global technology solutions that take on the biggest opportunities and solve the most complex challenges in travel.
Positioned at the center of the travel we shape the future by offering innovative advancements that pave the way for a more connected and seamless ecosystem as we power mobile apps online travel sites airline and hotel reservation networks travel agent terminals and scores of other solutions.
Simply put we connect people with moments that matter.
The Global Audit and Risk team performs operational audits has extensive purview over the Sarbanes Oxley testing program and oversees the Enterprise Risk Management capability for Sabre Corporation. The function is part of Sabre Corporations broader Finance team reporting to the Chief Financial Officer administratively and to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors functionally.
Our vision is to proactively guide our Sabre business partners with innovative best-in-class audit and risk management practices. Our strategy has four key pillars:
1) talent development
2) modernization of our audit and risk activities
3) a balanced portfolio of assurance and advisory services
4) being trusted advisors to management and the Board of Directors.
Internal Audit Principals are subject matter experts who lead audit and risk initiatives across Sabres complex technology environment. This is an individual contributor role with indirect leadership responsibilities offering a path toward people management or deeper technical specialization.
At Sabre we make travel happenand we invest in your growth. Youll expand your skills build strong relationships and contribute to a high-impact team.
What Youll Work On:
Operational Auditing
Youll play a key role in delivering Sabres risk-based audit plan:
- Lead dynamic risk assessments to identify and prioritize audit and advisory engagements within at least one assigned functional area (e.g. Finance HR) including the ownership of building meaningful relationships with leaders across those areas;
- Oversee operational audits with a focus on quality and effectiveness which adheres to Sabres internal audit processes and to the updated Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing as established by the Institute of Internal Auditors;
- Partner with our automation and analytics Principal on data analytics opportunities for operational audits;
- Communicate audit results to management and advise/educate management on control deficiency remediation and/or updates when needed; and
- Identify fraud risks and provide actionable recommendations to address root causes.
Sarbanes Oxley
Youll contribute to Sabres strategic SOX program delivered in monthly sprints:
- Perform SOX testing independently within your assigned domains (e.g. revenue fixed assets).
- Review others work and offer constructive feedback.
- Deliver SOX training and coach control owners and auditors.
- Recommend control improvements to enhance program efficiency.
- Support scheduling and administration of SOX activities when required.
- Collaborate with external auditors as needed.
People Management
All audit and risk team members are leaders. As a Principal Auditor you will:
- Provide constructive feedback on performance for both audit projects and other audit activities.
- Develop and lead annual audit training for the internal audit team and others as necessary to improve skills and knowledge;
- Collaborate with the Audit and Risk leadership team on people development and career development for auditors across the function.
Enterprise Risk Management
Sabres ERM program is led by the VP of Audit and Risk and an Audit Director. You may be asked to support this effort by:
- Linking ERM risks to internal audit activities.
- Researching internal and external risk topics.
- Assisting with risk identification assessment and monitoring using the COSO framework.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- Four-year college degree
- A minimum of eight to ten years of experience in the internal audit profession
- An active professional certification/designation (e.g. CIA CISA)
- Advanced knowledge of audit standards and best practices
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proven project management experience
- Collaborative mindset and commitment to continuous improvement
- Willingness to travel up to 10% including internationally
Not required but preference given to candidates with:
- Audit experience in the technology sector
- CPA
- Experience with data analytics and automation
- Programming Skills (e.g. SQL Python)
- Legal Compliance experience
- Familiarity with NIST frameworks (e.g. information security data privacy)
Sabre Offers The Following Outstanding Benefits
- Very competitive compensation
- Generous Paid Time Off (25 PTO days)
- 4 days (one day/quarter) Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
- 5 days off annually for Year-End Break
- We offer a comprehensive medical dental and Wellness Program
- 12 weeks paid parental leave
- An infrastructure that allows flexible working arrangements
- Formal and informal reward recognition and acknowledgement programs
- Lots of fun and engaging employee development events
Reasonable Accommodation
Sabre is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. Applicants applying for a Sabre position with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact Sabre at .
Determinationson requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Affirmative Action
Sabre is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities females veterans and disabled individuals.EEO IS THE LAW
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Employment Type
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