Senior Manager, Internal Audit

Endo•Saint Louis, MO

About The Position

At Par Health, we believe great healthcare is built on getting the essentials right. We’re looking for passionate, talented individuals who share our commitment to improving lives. With 4,000+ team members worldwide, we lead with pride and purpose—prioritizing quality and safety while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and teamwork. Elevating the Essentials isn’t just our tagline, it’s the higher standard we live by every day. Job Description Summary Reporting to the Head of Internal Audit and Internal Controls (IA/IC), this role will support in providing assurance to the Audit Committee in through developing and executing a risk-based annual audit plan focused on the company's strategic risk and compliance with regulations and Company policies. The position also has exposure to SOX 404 compliance efforts, the general internal control framework, and working with external auditors. The role includes facilitating, maintaining, and managing audits and client relationships within the Organization as well as performing independent SOX testing. The position will have responsibility for a broad range of audit types (e.g., Financial, Compliance, Commercial, Operational, and Information Technology). Additionally, the position will serve as the primary contact and lead for all forensic investigations managed by Internal Audit.

Requirements

BA / BS in Accounting or Finance, MBA preferred.
CPA or CIA is preferred, and CFE is highly desirable.
Certification in data analysis software is a plus.
Experience with data visualizations and the ability to summarize complex data from multiple sources.
Relentless attention to detail with data integrity validation.
Experience implementing audit analytics with proven results (e.g., identifying suspected fraud, control recommendations to mitigate identified risk, or resulting in the recovery of funds).
A minimum of six years of experience includes financial or forensic auditing or other relevant finance function experience.
Working knowledge of ERP systems, COSO, and other data analytic / visualization tools.
Solid understanding of the audit profession and auditing standards, particularly for multi-national companies, as well as SOX 404 compliance requirements
Unquestionable integrity, objectivity, and independence
Advanced written and verbal communication skills to effectively and confidentially interact with management, staff, and outside vendors across multiple countries and cultures.
Exceptional project management skills with the ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
Highly motivated, positive attitude, and assertive with critical thinking skills
Able to manage ambiguity, adapt to change, and have solid problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP.
Knowledge of SAP data tables and relationships is a plus.
Experience with JDE and Model N is a plus
“Big 4” or national audit firm experience preferred; other public accounting, internal audit, or forensic investigations experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

Management and execution of Financial, Compliance, Commercial, Operational, and IT audits, and SOX testing
Leads forensic investigations/audits
Co-develops the annual risk-based audit plan for Audit Committee approval
Co-develops the annual risk-based SOX 404 Testing Plan
Defining the department’s data analytics strategy and developing analytics capabilities within the annual audit plan
Designated power user for the IA department’s systems and tools, including but not limited to 1) data analysis software and 2) AlignGRC, an internal audit management solution.
Assist the Head of IA/IC in developing and executing the scope of audit responsibilities for the Par Health Internal Audit Team. Adjust as necessary to align with Par Health’s business strategies, emerging risks, and the Internal Audit charter, as approved by the Audit Committee.
Co-develop the annual risk-based audit plan by utilizing IA’s risk assessment methodology, which includes identifying relevant risks, seeking input from leadership, owning the department’s risk assessment model, and generating the annual plan for Audit Committee approval.
Supports SOX 404 business process and IT activities, including overseeing documentation and testing internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR).
If applicable, lead/manage an outsourced team in conducting financial, operational, compliance, and IT audits, including audit planning, execution, reviewing audit work papers, and drafting audit reports.
Responsible for resource management and assisting the audit team in overall audit plan completion.
Assist with the department’s systems and tools, such as software updates, implementations, troubleshooting issues, and guiding the department in best practices.
Makes recommendations on utilizing data analysis tools and methodologies to improve efficiency and effectiveness for all internal audits, including best practices in data validation to ensure the reliability of results.
Manages forensic auditing and leads the interview process to investigate suspected criminal law or corporate policy violations, including theft, fraud, embezzlement, conflicts of interest, collusion, kickbacks, and record falsification.
Identify and clearly define audit issues and root causes, recommend improved internal controls and processes, and ensure corrective action plans are developed and implemented—present findings to audit leadership and management.
Remain current on technology advances; attend/join relevant professional organizations (e.g., IIA, ISACA, ACFE), industry conferences, and round tables.
Promote a zero-tolerance control environment where fraud or non-compliance is unacceptable and difficult to conceal.