Internal Audit Specialist, Global Risk Oversight
About The Position
Global Risk Oversight (GRO) aims to protect and enhance Vertiv’s enterprise value by providing independent assurance and risk management services. GRO assists the organization in managing known and emerging risks, encourages ethical conduct, and promotes continuous improvement in business processes and controls to achieve financial and operational excellence. This role involves developing audit plans, leading SOX and internal audit procedures, mentoring junior staff, and delivering high-quality results within timelines. The specialist will communicate effectively, build relationships, support the annual audit plan, provide actionable recommendations, stay informed of risks and best practices, and collaborate with global teams.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Data Science, Business Management, or a related field
- 3–5 years of audit experience
- SOX testing experience and strong understanding of internal controls
- Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
- Proven experience in planning, executing, and reporting audits
- Ability to prepare high-quality audit documentation including narratives, flowcharts, and test scripts
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
- Familiarity with key business processes
- Willingness to travel internationally (up to 35%)
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Big 4 and/or public accounting experience preferred
- Professional certification (CPA, CIA, CFE) or strong commitment to obtain certification
- Exposure to data analytics, visualization tools, or artificial intelligence applications is a plus
- Visio experience is a plus
- Experience with Oracle financial modules
- Experience with data analytics or visualization tools
Responsibilities
- Develop audit plans and programs based on a strong understanding of Vertiv’s businesses, processes, risks, and internal controls
- Lead and execute SOX and internal audit procedures in accordance with applicable standards and GRO methodology
- Mentor and develop more junior staff
- Deliver high-quality results within established timelines
- Communicate effectively and concisely, both verbally and in writing, throughout audit and advisory engagements
- Build and maintain strong working relationships across the organization
- Support the development of the risk-based annual audit plan
- Provide actionable recommendations to address identified control gaps and process improvement opportunities
- Stay informed of evolving risks, internal policies, and leading practices
- Collaborate with finance, operations, and IT teams globally
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
