Manager, Internal Audit - Hybrid

Company: XPO
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: September 16, 2023

Job Description:

Solutions driven success. XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO Logistics, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you're looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO. As the Manager, Internal Audit, you will combine technical auditing skills and current technologies with a collaborative approach to participate in the development and execution of the annual audit plan while providing oversight and coaching to Internal Auditors. Pay, benefits and more.We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and the opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan. What you'll do on a typical day:

• Drive and lead the day-to-day execution of Audit and Advisory Engagements (e.g., Internal Audit engagements, Sarbanes-Oxley assistance, Risk Assessments, etc.) for internal stakeholders including key activities such as i) the design and development of risk assessments, ii) annual audit plans, iii) audit programs, iv) working papers, v) internal audit reports, and vi) other deliverables based on the specific engagement requirements
• Identify areas of operational, financial, and technology risk and help the respective business functions mitigate those risks while working in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
• Assist the Chief Audit Executive or their designee in developing the annual audit plan and schedule of audit assignments
• Develop and execute a comprehensive audit program specified engagements or projects
• Supervise the audit process to ensure that objectives are understood and met, key risks and controls are identified, testing is complete and documented in accordance with departmental standards and that resulting reports are accurate, clear and concise
• Partner with the business to assess risks of new technologies, including robotics process automation, data analytics, and other new technologies
• Identify and clearly communicate performance improvement opportunities and leading practices to personnel and senior management and work with partners to assist in practice management including resource allocation, career development of staff, and other administration decisions
• Develops insightful operational observations that clearly add value either directly to the Company or through the business unit. Doing so requires ascertaining and furthering strategic or other objectives of the Company and/or the business units under review
• Liaison with the business providing thought leadership and guidance to support their fiduciary, regulatory, and compliance obligationsWhat you need to succeed at XPO:At a minimum, you'll need:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent related work or military experience
  • 5 years of experience in public accounting or industry, preferably for a Fortune 500 company
    • Fundamental knowledge of SOX, Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) standards, Generally Accepted Audit Standards (GAAS) and GAAP
    • Fundamental knowledge of IIA standards, Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) framework, audit risk assessment practices and fraud detection techniques
    • Experience with Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPointIt'd be great if you also have:
      • CPA, CIA or CISA certifications
      • Experience performing under tight deadlines in a rapidly changing environment; experience quickly learning and achieving proficiency in new software applications
      • Advanced knowledge of SEC rules and regulations, fraud detection techniques, and industry or XPO Logistics specific business
      • Knowledge of IT security, infrastructure, and operating system platforms
      • Knowledge of GRC toolsBe part of something big.#LI-Hybrid We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status. All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.
        The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.
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