Manager, Internal Audit

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23000 employees operating in over 150 countries Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the worlds most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

Job Summary:

The Manager Internal Audit - Americas will assist with overseeing the execution of and development of work plans related to various internal audits including Anti-Corruption reviews Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOx) and other compliance financial and operational role will also manage internal audit resources developing and coaching individuals on projects to ensure that objectives are consistently met and reaffirm the value of the internal audit function as a critical business partner.

Core Responsibilities:

To perform the job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Reporting to the Director Internal Audit Americas will support in the preparation and execution of the annual audit plan.

• Lead and assist on various projects from planning through to completion across the Americas region (US Canada and Latin America) and Enterprise that encompass areas of Sarbanes Oxley compliance operational financial and specialized audits.

  • Review of Sarbanes Oxley site controls include assessment of control design testing operating effectiveness of key controls thorough completion and/or review of all work-paper testing and test plans and recommending control improvements where applicable.

  • Financial audits will include review and testing of key Balance Sheet accounts financialreportingand other special projects.

  • Operational audits include the evaluation of business process and procedures identification of operational improvement areas and recommendations of best practice and standardization.

  • Other Compliance reviews include an assessment of Anti-Corruption practices in accordance with Corporate policies and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA).

• Develop and present quality audit reports with actionable and effective recommendations consistent with current operating practices. Subsequently evaluate the quality of actions proposed by management.

• Manage coach and develop extended team (indirect reports) by setting clear expectations for timely high-quality and professional audit execution while fostering ongoing professional development and knowledge sharing within the team.

• Lead with integrity and be a valued business partner to Xylems business teams across the organization.

• Participation in Xylems Watermark volunteer activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in finance Economics or Accounting is required; a Masters of Business Administration or Masters degree in an audit/compliance discipline would be considered a plus.

• At least one professional designation (CPA CIA CFE) or other equivalent designation is required.

• Minimum of 7 years of audit experience with an internationally recognized accounting firm and/or a large manufacturing enterprise is required with in-depth understanding of auditing Sarbanes Oxley compliance.

• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint).

• Strong English communication skills including written and spoken is required. The ability to speak a second language (Spanish or Portuguese) is a plus.

• Attention to detail strong multi-project management and business partnership skills are necessary.

• Previous team and project management experience is also required; experience managing at least one direct report is beneficial.

• Workiva experience is a plus.

• 15% to 25% travel (sometimes international/overnight) is required for this position.

• Note: This is a position with high visibility that offers the potential ability to relocate in the future. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who is highly motivated to grow his/her career within Xylems Operational Finance teams or at the Regional level.

Why Xylem

We believe in supporting our employees both professionally and personally. Our benefits include:

Paid parental leave maternity support and fertility benefits

Flexibility and hybrid work options where applicable

Health dental and vision insurance from day one

Emotional health and wellness programs and Volunteer program (Watermark)

Paid time off (PTO)/Flexible time off (FTO) and paid holidays

Career development advancement tuition reimbursement and student loan forgiveness

Generous retirement savings plan with company contribution

Employee recognition and discount programs

Ready to grow your career while making a difference Join a team that values your skills supports your development and empowers you to help solve global water challenges.

The estimated salary range for this position is $125000 to $145000 plus pay is dependent on multiple factors such as skills experience and work location and is not typically at the top of the range. At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package including Medical Dental Vision plans 401(k) with company contribution paid time off paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.

Xylem does not provide sponsorship for this position.

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Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage conservation and re-use. Our products impact public utilities industrial sectors residential areas and commercial buildings with a commitment to providing smart metering network technologies and advanced analytics for water electric and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.