Quest Diagnostics Incorporated Secaucus , NJ 07096
Posted 2 weeks ago
Reporting to an Audit Director, this Audit Manager position is responsible for leading some of the most complex Internal Audit & Advisory projects in the areas of operations, financial reporting and safeguarding of assets. This role offers the opportunity to learn the Quest business, build relationships with senior management by advising on complex operational matters and to serve as a catalyst for this person's upward career progression within Quest. The candidate should possess a proactive and entrepreneurial mindset and seek to assume increasing responsibilities quickly. The Audit Manager will learn a complex and growing business and this position could serve as a transition into leadership positions within the broader Finance, Accounting or Operations.
Quest internal audit works collaboratively across the Company and fosters continuous learning through on-the-job exposure to a broad variety of key elements of Quest's operations and frequent formal training opportunities. Additional perks include hybrid office arrangement (currently 2 days in office), flexible work environment, unlimited Paid Time Off and periodic/flexible travel.
Project Management:
Support, motivate audit staff including fostering a diverse and inclusive culture
Supervise, engage and motivate the team to drive Internal Audit projects to completion
Able to identify strengths and opportunities at each level of staff talent and deliver coaching to enhance capability of teams for project under supervision
Identify areas of training and professional development within the staff and recommend / facilitate appropriate training where applicable
Contributes towards building Internal Audit's knowledge, technical tools, and capabilities at the individual and team level
Supervises and develops a team by providing guidance for projects under their supervision
Effective communication, leading a team collaboratively, and driving audit technical skills capabilities
Demonstrate teamwork and interpersonal skills
Audit/Advisory Process:
Lead the development and execution of the Audit Plan by assessing enterprise risks and collaborating with key stakeholders to select audit/review targets among operating processes and third parties
Provide leadership in applying tools and analytics for audit processes, communicate complex findings to management, and guide the implementation of actionable remediation plans that are cost-effective and feasible
Work closely with risk compliance and audit functions to enhance combined audit and compliance efforts, ensuring streamlined processes and effective communication of audit findings and recommendations
Responsible for defining audit scopes, supervising audit teams, and maintaining high standards for audit documentation and analyses related to business processes and controls
Drive process improvements and innovation in audit practices through technology and data analytics, offers continual guidance on risk-based auditing, and manages periodic domestic and potential international travel
Flexible/Periodic travel is approximately 10-20% throughout the year with mainly domestic travel; certain locations are within driving distance (MA, NY, NJ PA, MD and VA). International travel (if applicable) to include but not limited to Mexico and Canada
Development Opportunities:
Opportunity to learn the business and segway into a leadership role within broader finance, accounting or operations
Continued Development/additional training in areas of Effective Communication Skills, leading a team, providing feedback and development opportunities, Data Analytics, and other areas as identified
Opportunity to lead/manage a challenging/unique project of significant proportions
Education:
Work Experience:
5+ years progressive work experience in accounting and/or auditing (external or internal) preferred
Mix of Public Accounting, Internal Auditing, and accounting/finance skills
Health services experience a plus but not required
Demonstrated experience problem solving, navigating ambiguity and proposing solutions
Special Requirements:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong project management skills
Actively learns from experience
Demonstrates exceptional performance
Action-Oriented; Self-Directed; Self-Starter
Demonstrated PC proficiency in Excel and Word, audit analytics experience a plus
Excellent interpersonal skills
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies.Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
Quest Diagnostics Incorporated