Manager, Audit, Risk, and Advisory.

Universal Music•Santa Monica, CA

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

Universal Music Group (UMG) is the world's leading music company, committed to artistry, innovation, and entrepreneurship. UMG operates a broad array of businesses in over 60 countries, including recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content. The Internal Audit department, located at UMG's corporate headquarters in the Netherlands and operational headquarters in Santa Monica, California, and Miami, Florida, reports to the Group Chief Financial Officer. This department is responsible for independently assessing operational processes and internal controls across the organization and its companies. The team also engages in special projects and provides consultative services to business owners and management. This role offers the opportunity to gain extensive knowledge of UMG's operations, positioning individuals for future internal finance management roles.

Requirements

Minimum 8 years of experience in a combination of public accounting, industry, and/or internal audit or control related roles.
Prior experience working in a multinational company.
BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
Qualified Accountant or CIA certification required.
Working knowledge of governance and internal control regulations.
Knowledge of Entity-level, process, IT General, and application controls.
Experience managing less experienced staff and/or co-source oversight on a project basis.
Understanding of operational risk areas and related audit strategies.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to interact with various levels within the organization.
Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks concurrently.
Demonstrates ability to influence the thinking of, or gain acceptance from, stakeholders in sensitive situations, without damaging the relationship.
Effective in working collaboratively with cross-functional team members and with external partners.
Unquestionable integrity and professionalism.
Highly motivated, self-starter.
Team player with a high level of EQ and ability to listen.
Curious to understand new concepts and learn.
Able to build and maintain effective relationships.
Highly proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and Visio.
Strong quantitative and qualitative research and analytical skills, with experience in Data analytics.
Ability and availability to travel internationally and lead work on-site at Group subsidiaries.

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP ERP, BPC, and Hyperion FM a plus.
Multilingual: Fluent English, another language is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist the Senior Manager Internal Audit with the execution of the annual Internal Audit Plan.
Perform assigned Internal Audit projects focusing on the evaluation of the company’s internal controls.
Lead project planning, on-site fieldwork, and draft reporting with limited support from the Senior Manager.
Manage all project elements, including time, quality, and costs, and escalate delays or obstacles promptly.
Proactively follow up and track identified remediation plans required in Operating Companies.
Manage the day-to-day co-sourcing relationship with the external service provider and ensure the quality of their work.
Review the work of and contribute to feedback for co-source providers, team seniors, supervisors, and/or managers.
Implement departmental policies and procedures set by Senior Managers/Director and ensure compliance.
Assist with the drafting of Internal Audit reports.
Assist with investigations involving policy violations and fraud.
Assist with the identification of process improvement opportunities.
Contribute to the enhancement of Internal Audit methodologies and tools.
Proactively manage relationships with business functions, other compliance teams, and external auditors.
Help educate the organization on the role of Internal Audit.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
100% coverage for out-patient in-network mental health services
Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants
Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)
Student Loan Repayment Assistance
Tuition Reimbursement
401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions, plus an additional UMG contribution
Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees
3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees
2-weeks paid Winter Break
10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)
Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent