[Remote] Sr. Manager, Internal Audit - Operations (Remote)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Macy's is a storied retail company that has been part of America for over 160 years. They are seeking a Senior Manager, Internal Audit - Operations to plan and manage audits, assess risks, and ensure compliance across various business units. The role involves supervising audit teams, developing risk matrices, and enhancing audit efficiency through data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise audits and advisory reviews of the Company’s controls and procedures over key financial risks (e.g., accounting, financial reporting, Sarbanes-Oxley, capital planning and control), operational risks (e.g., store, supply chain, credit/collections/customer service, HR, marketing, merchandising), and compliance risks, based on annual determination of key legal concerns
• Plan upcoming engagements by contributing ideas on methodology and approach, informed by discussions with business unit partners, evaluation of current retail risks, independent research, annual risk assessments, and review of prior year audit work papers, flowcharts, and reports
• Lead the development and completion of engagement-level risk and control matrices for all projects
• Review, update, and approve detailed audit programs prior to fieldwork to ensure procedures address identified risks
• Conduct interviews, analyze critical business processes, evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, and identify potential process improvement opportunities
• Manage a team to assess strategic, operational, compliance, and financial risks, identifying gaps, opportunities, and key risks to drive efficiencies
• Supervise and review work performed by assigned audit team members to ensure compliance with departmental and industry standards, providing on-the-job training, coaching, and constructive feedback at the conclusion of each engagement
• Coordinate and review interim results with management, present process improvement recommendations, and contribute to the preparation of audit reports and presentations
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with business partners and external auditors
• Support the use of data analytic tools and techniques to enhance audit efficiency and testing coverage
• Participate in the annual risk assessment process, including meetings with management for risk identification and prioritization, informing the development of the Annual Audit Plan
• Support the professional development of the audit team through coaching, delegation, and leading department-wide trainings
• Perform internal quality reviews of selected audits and advisory reviews to ensure compliance with departmental policies and IIA Standards
• Assist in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring audit candidates
• Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities
• In addition to the essential duties mentioned above, other duties may be assigned

Skills

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a related field
• CPA or CIA is required
• 5 plus years of relevant prior work experience in internal audit or public accounting
• Regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands/fingers to touch, handle, and feel
• Occasionally required to move about the workplace and reach with hands and arms
• Requires close vision
• Able to work a flexible schedule based on department and company needs
• Able to travel 10-20%

Benefits

• Merchandise discounts
• Performance-based incentives
• Annual merit review
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice
• Tuition reimbursement

Company Overview

• Macy's is America’s store for life. The largest retail brand of Macy's, Inc. It was founded in 1858, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.macysjobs.com.

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