Internal Audit Manager, Finance & Operations

GE Vernova•Schenectady, NY

8d•$124,900 - $208,100

About The Position

The Internal Audit Manager, Finance & Operations, is a critical role, executing comprehensive audit strategies that align with GE Vernova’s priorities and respond to risks and regulatory requirements. This position requires a seasoned professional with expertise in auditing, risk management, and internal controls, capable of leading audit teams to deliver value-added, insightful, and actionable audit outcomes. Key responsibilities include managing and executing a portfolio of financial and operational audits, utilizing data analytics to enhance audit effectiveness, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This role collaborates as a trusted advisor with audit team members and stakeholders across the business to provide strategic guidance on risk management and compliance while ensuring audits are conducted efficiently and effectively

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum of 7 years of experience in internal or external audit, risk management, compliance, or a related field with proven history of leading audits or projects and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor high-performing teams in a complex, fast-changing environment.
Ability to lead and inspire teams, with a focus on collaboration and achieving common goals.
Comprehensive understanding of audit methodologies, risk assessments, and internal control frameworks.
Experience leveraging technology and using data to drive insights and actions within the audit process.
Demonstrate business acumen and strong interpersonal and communication skills to build trust and effective relationships with stakeholders, while effectively synthesizing and conveying complex audit topics to stakeholders and internal audit team members.
Strong listening, verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
Effective project management skills. Ability to effectively manage projects on time and on budget and identify and manage challenges.
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to distill large volumes of complex information into clear and concise presentations. Ability to offer solutions that improve processes and mitigate risks.
Capability to work with a team in a fast-paced environment to meet strict deadlines while managing multiple priorities.
Passion for continuous improvement in operations and processes.

Nice To Haves

A master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CPA, CIA) is preferred.
Experience with a Big 4 and a balance of audit and industrial/finance experience would be preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage and execute a portfolio of Financial and Operational audits and internal audit teams, directing related activities including staffing, scheduling, and stakeholder coordination, to ensure the timely delivery of the audit plan.
Ensure audit engagements progress efficiently and are completed on schedule, thereby enhancing operational effectiveness, and providing management with prompt and actionable audit outcomes.
Scope and deliver risk-based audits in a timely manner, including reporting findings and outcomes in a clear, concise, and actionable communication to management.
Write meaningful and comprehensive audit reports that are easy to understand and convey value-added recommendations and insights.
Collaborate with management to develop action plans to remediate findings and address areas for improvement.
Track corrective actions through to completion.
Manage the development and enhancement of audit programs and testing procedures relevant to risk, process, controls, and test objectives, ensuring alignment with GE Vernova strategic priorities, Audit Committee expectations and internal audit standards.
Collaborate with the digital technology, cybersecurity, and compliance audit teams, as well as data analytics subject matter experts, to ensure fully integrated audits and present as one team to stakeholders.
Leverage AI and advanced data analytics tools and techniques within the audit methodology to enhance audit effectiveness, identify trends, anomalies, and potential risk areas. Implement AI-driven insights to improve audit processes and outcomes.
Provide regular updates to Internal Audit Senior Manager on audit progress and outcomes, providing timely status and escalations to inform decision-making.
Build and maintain relationships with relevant stakeholders. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure awareness of business initiatives, understand applicable risk profiles, and determine the impact on the audit plan.
Stay abreast of new and emerging regulations and trends that impact controls and ensure timely incorporation into audit planning and execution.
Drive a continuous improvement mindset in the audit function, identifying best practices, modern technologies, and tools, and integrating them into audit processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
Create inclusive environment where team members can bring their full selves to work, unlocking their greatest potential and contributions to the team. Support the development and retention of a high-performing Internal Audit team. Mentor, coach, and train team members to support career development and advancement within GE Vernova.

Benefits

medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
tuition assistance
adoption assistance
paid parental leave
disability benefits
life insurance
12 paid holidays
permissive time off