Finance Audit Manager, Corporate Audit Staff (CAS)

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Job Description

Nielsen’s Corporate Audit Staff (CAS) is a fast-paced, dynamic, and highly-selective team. CAS provides objective assurance over Nielsen’s reported financials and has reporting accountability to Nielsen’s management team, Audit and Risk Committee, and External Audit partner.  As Nielsen is a global enterprise, CAS has audit responsibilities in ~40 countries. Besides audit work, CAS engages in projects that support process improvement and critical strategic initiatives to support Nielsen. 

We are seeking a highly experienced and results-oriented Finance Audit Manager to lead and manage financial audits within our dynamic Internal Audit function. Reporting to the Head of Corporate Internal Audit, the Finance Audit Manager will be responsible for planning, executing, and reporting on financial audits, ensuring the effectiveness of internal controls, accuracy of financial reporting, and compliance with relevant regulations. This role requires a strong understanding of accounting principles, auditing standards, risk management, and the ability to lead and develop a team of internal auditors. The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader with excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills, capable of partnering effectively with management across the organization.

Timing: EST but may work with India

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the planning, execution, and reporting of financial audits in accordance with the internal audit plan and methodology.
• Develop risk-based audit programs and testing procedures to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of financial controls.
• Oversee the work of internal audit staff, providing guidance, coaching, and performance feedback.
• Review audit work papers and reports to ensure quality, accuracy, and adherence to professional standards.
• Identify and assess financial risks and provide value-added recommendations for improving internal controls, efficiency, and compliance.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations clearly and concisely to management, both orally and in writing, and track the implementation of agreed-upon action plans.
• Collaborate effectively with management across various departments to understand business processes and build strong working relationships.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of the internal audit charter, policies, and procedures.
• Stay abreast of changes in accounting standards, auditing regulations, and industry best practices, and ensure the audit approach reflects these changes.
• Participate in the annual development of the audit plan.
• Manage and execute special projects, investigations, and advisory engagements as required.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the internal audit function.
• Present audit findings and recommendations to senior management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in internal auditing, external auditing, accounting, or finance, with a significant focus on financial audits.
• Proven experience in leading and managing audit projects and teams.
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and/or relevant international accounting standards.
• Familiarity with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance requirements and testing methodologies.
• Comprehensive knowledge of internal auditing standards (e.g., IIA standards) and internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO).
• Demonstrated experience in evaluating and testing internal controls over financial reporting and key business processes.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills with the ability to identify root causes and develop practical recommendations.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively to various audiences.   
• Strong project management skills with the ability to plan, organize, and execute audits effectively within established timelines and budgets.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of management.
• High level of integrity, ethics, and professionalism.
• Proficiency in data analysis techniques and tools (e.g., Excel, PowerBI, Tableau, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Finance.
• Professional certification such as CPA or CIA is strongly preferred.
• Experience with audit software and/or ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, AuditBoard).
• Industry-specific experience relevant to the Media industry.
• Experience presenting to senior management and/or Audit Committees.
• Big 4 Public Accounting experience strongly preferred.

Nielsen: Enabling your best to power a better media future. Our comprehensive benefits package (including health & wellness plans, 401(k) retirement coupled with a Nielsen match, a generous paid time off policy, company provided car for those who qualify, and if eligible, a discretionary incentive/bonus) is designed to be inclusive for all employees and families, and we take pride in ensuring that employees are rewarded holistically for the role they are doing and their performance.

A reasonable estimate of salary range for a new employee to be offered this role would be $50,000 - $185,000 which would be adjusted based on each employee's geographic location.  The position of each employee within a compensation range at Nielsen is dependent on several individual circumstances, such as experience, training, certifications and other business requirements/needs.  

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