Audit Manager

Job Title: Global Risk Oversight – Audit Manager

Function/Department: Finance/GRO

Reports to: Sr. Director, Global Risk Oversight

POSITION SUMMARY

Vertiv is seeking an enthusiastic and committed leader to deliver outstanding audit services across its organization. Primary responsibilities of the position include designing and managing the SOX audit plan, leading, managing, and conducting audit projects, providing consultative support to the businesses, and managing and mentoring Global Risk Oversight (GRO) staff. In the role, the successful candidate will provide valuable risk mitigation insights, increase internal control awareness, and be a conduit for positive change and continuous improvement. As part of the GRO leadership team, the role resides in our Columbus, OH office and reports administratively to the Senior Director leading the function and directly to the Audit Director residing in our Cluj -Napoca Global Business Services in Romania.

The mission of the Global Risk Oversight function is to enhance and protect organizational value through business partnering that provides risk-based and objective assurance as well as identifies continuous improvement opportunities to facilitate Vertiv’s ability to meet financial and operational objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Independently and objectively plan and execute audits in accordance with professional auditing standards.
• Provide subject matter expertise to the businesses on technically challenging issues.
• Identify and evaluate the organization’s risks and provide key input to the development of the risk-based annual plan
• Oversee the testing program for internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) in promoting SOX compliance and the execution of audit activities, including the oversight of co-source professionals
• Provide direct assistance in supporting global SOX audits
• Work with key stakeholders to deliver recommendations to remediate issues disclosed during audits and projects that consider resource and other constraints of the businesses, mitigate risks, and improves business process efficiency and effectiveness
• Continuously expand knowledge and expertise to affect positive and rapid change in advancing Vertiv’s SOX program and other initiatives
• Communicate results of audit and consulting projects in a clear and concise manner that is aligned with the audience
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with colleagues, external contacts, and professional associations
• Stay informed of changes to the organization impacting the efforts of GRO
• Ensure work teams comply internal policies, procedures, and practices
• Work closely with internal financial, operational, and IT teams and the external auditor to drive efficiency and performance excellence into all engagements
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Data Scientist, Business Management or like concentration
• Master’s degree is a plus
• Minimum of 5 - 7 years job related experience, including 3 years supervisory
• CPA, CIA, CFE or like certifications required
• Extensive SOX expertise
• Knowledge of risk management and internal control frameworks
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Oracle financial module familiarity is a plus
• Big 4 and/or public accounting experience is a plus
• Experience with data analysis and/or visualization tools is a plus

The successful candidate will reflect and embrace Vertiv’s Values and Behaviors:

OUR VALUES

• Acting Like an Owner
• Assuming Positive intent in all employee interactions
• Being passionate about your work
• Challenging yourself in personal development
• Being tireless in exceeding customer expectations
• Assisting others to be successful as a team
• Owning our own mistakes quickly
• Talking with people and NOT about them
• Creating a culture where people can be their best

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Be self-aware and learn
• Embrace the customer experience
• Think and act broadly
• Drive change and innovation
• Leverage diversity for organization effectiveness
• Foster collaborative relationships
• Take intelligent risks

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $4.4 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertivco.com

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.