VP, Head of Internal Audit (all genders)

Hamburg - Germany

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 12 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Head of Internal Audit (HIA) is responsible for leading the Internal Audit function and providing independent objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the organizations operations. The HIA helps the organization accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management internal control and governance processes.

The HIA derives its authority from the Audit and Compliance Committee through the approval of this Internal Audit Charter. The HIA reports functionally to the Audit and Compliance Committee and administratively (i.e. day-to-day operations) to the Chief Financial Officer.

Responsibilities:

Internal Audit Strategy & Execution

Develop and execute a riskbased internal audit strategy aligned with organizational objectives (financial operational compliance IT IT security) in accordance with IIA Standards and applicable regulatory requirements (e.g. SOX PCAOB).
Lead the preparation and delivery of annual internal audit plans for Audit Committee approval. Build and maintain strong relationships with the Audit Committee Board Executive Management and external auditors.
Ensure continuous improvement in methodologies process documentation automation and use of advanced audit techniques (analytics data mining etc.).

SOX Management Testing & Alignment with External Auditors

Lead the planning execution and reporting of SOX 404 management testing across all relevant entities and processes to ensure compliance with SEC and PCAOB requirements.
Establish and maintain robust testing procedures documentation standards and control evaluation frameworks aligned with COSO and PCAOB guidelines.
Serve as an expert on complex SOX matters to support the Risk and Internal Controls team.
Serve as the central point of contact for external auditors regarding SOX testing alignment on control effectiveness and reliance strategies.

Stakeholder Engagement

Report findings and recommendations to auditees and Senior Management.
Provide regular updates on SOX management testing audit results audit plan execution and Management Action Plan status to the Management Board and the Audit and Compliance Committee.
Plan coordinate and manage Audit and Compliance Committee (ACC) meetings including preparation of all required materials.

Team Leadership & Development

Lead and develop a highperforming internal audit team with a strong focus on business insight and valueadded analysis serving as a talent pool for the organization.
Foster a culture of ethical behavior professionalism and continuous improvement.

Special Projects

Manage the relationship and contractual arrangements with the external auditor including fee negotiation scope coordination and performance feedback.
Lead complex and highly sensitive investigations at the request of the Compliance department the Management Board or the Audit and Compliance Committee.

Required Qualifications:

Masters degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or a related field. CPA CIA CISA or equivalent certification is a plus.
1015 years of progressive experience in external audit or internal audit including at least 5 years in a leadership role.
Proven experience in a public company environment ideally within a NASDAQlisted or duallisted (e.g. NASDAQ/DAX) company.
Demonstrated experience managing or performing SOX 404 testing and compliance.
Track record in riskbased audit planning execution and reporting.
Experience working with the Audit and Compliance Committee executive leadership and external auditors.
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a highperforming audit team.
Experience in managing ISO audits investigations or advisory projects is a plus.

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ENG : In the frame of our Diversity policy Evotec considers with equal competences all applications including people with disabilities.

Required Experience:

Exec