Internal Audit Supervisor – Data Analytics (Finance)
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Your Role: Internal Audit Supervisor – Data Analytics
As a Supervisor within Corporate Audit Services (CAS), your role is pivotal in creating a data analytics audit strategy focused on annual risk assessment enhancements, coordination and partnership with Audit Leads on audit scoping and introduction of continuous monitoring activities. This role will leverage data analysis to identify risks, assess controls, and provide insights to improve business processes. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated, self-starter with a strong understanding of data analytics, internal audit principles, and business acumen.
Your Responsibilities:
- ·Develop and implement a comprehensive data analytics strategy for internal audit, aligned with the overall audit plan and organizational objectives
- Lead the execution of data analytics projects, including data extraction, transformation, analysis, and visualization
- Identify and assess risks and controls through data analysis, highlighting potential areas of concern and recommending improvements
- Develop and maintain data analytics tools, scripts, and dashboards to automate and streamline audit procedures individually and in partnership with internal and external stakeholders
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand data sources, business processes, and data requirements
- Communicate findings and recommendations to management through clear and concise reports and presentations
- Stay current on industry trends and best practices in data analytics and internal auditing
- Contribute to the overall development and improvement of the internal audit function
What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Information Systems, Data Science or related field.
- Required Experience: 5+ years of experience in data analytics, data science or internal audit. Strong understanding of data analytics methodologies, techniques, and dashboarding tools (e.g., Alteryx, SQL, Python, Tableau, Power BI). High level of proficiency in SAP.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- You are passionate about emerging technologies and are knowledgeable about the latest technology trends and applications to audit and compliance
- You have a background or knowledge of audit and compliance and can speak confidently to our auditees about their processes and how technology can benefit them
- You have an inherent interest in project management and team leadership
- You promote a positive team culture that fosters open communication among all engagement team members
- You create development opportunities for others, including participating in the creation and rollout of training, and ways for the team to improve our organization
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):
- 2+ years of experience specifically in data analytics applied to internal audit.
- Recognized data analytics certifications (e.g. Certified Analytics Professional, Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate, IBM Data Science Professional Certificate, etc).
- Relevant accounting and audit professional certifications (e.g., CIA, CISA, CPA, or similar) are preferred.
- Alteryx Certification(s) (e.g., Designer Core, Designer Advanced, Server Certification, Analytics & Automation Certification).
- Experience with AI in data analysis.
Additional Information:
- ·Travel: <10%
- Location: Global Elanco Headquarters – Greenfield, IN (Hybrid)
Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!
Elanco Benefits and Perks:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include:
- Multiple relocation packages
- Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)
- 8-week parental leave
- 9 Employee Resource Groups
- Annual bonus offering
- Flexible work arrangements
- Up to 6% 401K matching
Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status
