Internal Audit Engagement Lead, Associate Director

RTX•Farmington, CT

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Director position is an exciting and challenging opportunity for a dynamic audit professional who seeks to build on their existing audit and accounting experience through in-depth exposure to a fast-paced international business. The Internal Audit function is developmental in nature and employees are assisted in furthering career goals through training & development, strategic networking opportunities and either progression within our team or rotation into critical business segment roles, after a tenure within the group. This group is seen as a premiere entry point into the business segments within the Company. RTX Internal Audit team provides independent and objective assurance services designed to ensure appropriate financial, operational and compliance controls exist and function effectively at RTX. Internal Audit helps RTX accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of risk management, governance and financial and operational controls in a manner consistent with the Institute of Internal Auditors’ professional practices framework including the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.

Requirements

Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 16 years of relevant experience
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Management and leadership knowledge to lead cross-department project teams or manage across multiple related departments.
Technical/Functional skills & knowledge in one or more strategic areas of importance to Internal Audit.

Nice To Haves

Attained or working towards advanced degree.
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or desire/ability to obtain certification.
Experience with public accounting, internal audit, government accounting, or project management work with exposure to a manufacturing environment.
Experience with SOX, COBIT, COSO and other frameworks
Ability to travel to company locations as necessary (in the potential range of 20% - 30%)

Responsibilities

Oversees an audit team cohort for 2 audits/projects per quarter and leading managers/senior managers throughout all phases of an audit to ensure the quality of the audit results
Support execution of annual global audit plans and align resources based on audit risk
Recommend and implement new processes using technology to improve the audit process and increase efficiencies
Engage with direct reports through transparent and regular communication. Act as an employee advocate to support career aspirations and making regular recommendations supporting development.
Drive change through leadership roles on Core/Functional teams.
Conduct a review with the audit team and business to understand the root cause of problems to help ensure the correct actions will be taken and result in improved controls.
Improve upon processes and/or systems, leveraging on personal past experiences and in-depth understanding of best practices in the marketplace that may improve the competitive position of the organization.
Assist in resolution of complex audit/non-audit issues including involvement of RTX’s functional risk owners/subject matter experts as necessary
Review final audit reports for quality and consistency with IA standards including assessment of agreed upon management actions for adequacy and practicality.
Work to influence others to accept views/practices and agrees/accepts new concepts, practices, and approaches.
Work with BU stakeholders to ensure complete and timely closure of audit issues, as applicable.
Communicate effectively with team members, leadership and stakeholders.
Drive and supports team members to meet departmental metrics.
Recommend and implement new processes, policies, standards or operating plans in support of strategies.
Regularly provide SME support to the audit teams or liaisons with co-sources/businesses to provide SME support.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program