Corporate Audit Manager

Neurocrine Biosciences • San Diego, CA

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About The Position

Plays a key role in supervising and completing audits and advisory engagements covering Information Technology, Compliance, Financial, Operational, Strategic, and Third-Party risks. This role combines technical depth with emerging leadership responsibility and contributes meaningfully to the Company’s risk management and continuous improvement efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, or related field AND 6+ years of progressive audit or risk management experience (internal audit, public accounting, or consulting), including 1–2 years in a supervisory capacity
• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, or related field AND 4+ years of progressive audit or risk management experience (internal audit, public accounting, or consulting), including 1–2 years in a supervisory capacity
• Holds or is pursuing one or more certifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Security Systems Professional (CISSP), or equivalent
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proven project management capabilities, with experience managing concurrent priorities and delivering high-quality results on time
• Demonstrated agility and resilience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• A continuous learning mindset and commitment to improving audit practices and adding value to the broader organization
• Strong understanding of relevant standards, regulations, and emerging risks
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex processes, make connections and formulate sound conclusions
• Demonstrated expertise in leveraging AI and data analytics tools in audit execution; experience with Power BI and developing Custom GPTs is a plus
• Ability to travel up to 20%

Nice To Haves

• Industry experience in biopharma or life sciences is preferred; including hands on experience in operational, compliance, and technology audits, is preferred; Big 4 or equivalent consulting exposure is a plus

Responsibilities

• Complete and supervise audit engagements end-to-end, from planning through reporting, ensuring alignment with Internal Audit Standards, leading practices, risk-based methodology and relevant Company procedures.
• Supervise, mentor and coach more junior team members and co-sourced auditors to deliver high-quality, efficient engagements.
• Develop risk-based scopes and audit programs to evaluate internal business processes and third-party operations to identify risks, control gaps, and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Leverage AI, data analytics, and other digital tools to expand audit coverage and drive efficiency.
• Apply subject matter expertise across varied topics to assess risks and controls to identify opportunities to strengthen compliance, efficiency, and cost control.
• Draft clear, concise, and actionable audit observations tailored to the Company’s operations and priorities.
• Partner cross-functionally with stakeholders to validate observations, build consensus on remediation actions, and communicate value-added insights.
• Contribute to audit plan development by bringing forward insights into emerging risks, business changes, and technology trends.
• Monitor and validate audit action item remediation progress and prepare updates for management and the Audit Committee.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance audit methodology and team capabilities.
• Stay current on regulatory changes, industry risks, and technology trends to continuously enhance audit strategies
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• retirement savings plan (with company match)
• paid vacation, holiday and personal days
• paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
• health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees