Assistant Manager Internal Audit (Hybrid)

Job Overview

Reporting to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors, the Internal Audit department’s mission is to provide independent and objective assurance and consulting services designed to improve the Company's operations. It assists the organization accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic and disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls, and governance processes.  There are approximately 40 IA professionals located throughout the world including the US, Costa Rica, China, Spain and Poland.  The IA department has sub-functions with specialists in Financial, IT and Forensic audits.

This supervisory position reports to the Manager of Internal Audit and is expected to carry out the vision and mission of Internal Audit to improve the Company’s operations through a systematic and disciplined approach. 

The role provides the opportunity to develop management skills, gain detailed knowledge of the company’s structure and operation, and grow a powerful network.  Within 2-3 years of assuming the role, the Assistant Manager is anticipated to be a candidate for another position of broader responsibility within TE Connectivity, either within the Internal Audit organization, business controlling, or corporate finance functions. The future leaders of TE Connectivity are expected to emerge from Internal Audit.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the audit planning, execution, and wrap-up activities throughout the Americas region, with exposure to financial, functional, and business operations
• Lead teams of 2-5 auditors in conducting financial, operational, and compliance audits
• Provide supervision and coaching of less experienced team members aimed at facilitating the completion of audits and developing less experienced team members’ auditing skills
• Identify, and clearly define, audit issues and root causes, recommend improved internal controls and business processes, and ensure that corrective action plans are developed and implemented.
• Promote a strong internal control environment and best practice sharing
• Execute audit planning, risk assessment, fieldwork, closure, and reporting for multiple audit teams across a wide variety of businesses.
• Interface with many levels and functions across the organization, including Senior Management.
• Review audit work papers and draft audit reports.
• Assist in defining the annual audit plan.
• Assist in monthly scheduling / resource allocation of Staff and Senior Auditors across planned jobs.
• Evaluate staff auditor performance as well efficiency and effectiveness of audit engagements
• Actively mentor staff for continued growth and development within the Audit function as well as preparing staff for off-boarding opportunities
• Assist with recruiting efforts, off-boarding efforts, and the FDP/Internship program.
• Assist in and drive departmental initiatives to foster an atmosphere of continuous improvement and obtaining TEOF star level targets.
  Collaborate with the Data Analytics team on dashboard development.

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of related work experience in public accounting and/or internal audit for sizeable companies, including team lead experience.
• Ability to travel both domestically as well as internationally for approximately 25% of the time.
• BS in accounting or finance related fields; CPA, CIA, and/or MBA strongly preferred. 
• Firm grounding in both personal and business ethics. 

What your background should look like

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of US GAAP as it applies to a global, public manufacturing Company
• The ability to manage multiple audits and initiatives simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; multi-lingual skills a plus, including fluent English writing and speaking skill
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Possess a high energy level and strong work ethic with a commitment to continuous improvement in a dynamic environment that strives to exceed expectations
• Ability to lead teams in a fluid environment
• Excellent track record on coaching junior team members and contributing to their professional development
• Interacts well with others in a multi-cultural environment, including remote collaboration with significant time zone differences.

Success Factors

• Ability to influence others including those with differing priorities and opinion
• Ability to negotiate with others and resolve conflic

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