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Boston Scientific Senior Analyst Global Internal Audit 
United States, Massachusetts, Marlborough 
352832767

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The Senior Analyst, Global Internal Audit (GIA) will be responsible for assisting in planning and execution of internal audits and reviews for BSC globally (including, but not limited to, financial, operational, compliance, SOX, and IT). The role reports directly to the Manager responsible for Corporate Functions and EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) and is a high visibility role.Primary audit entities will include Corporate Functions, Environmental, Social, & Governance (ESG) functions, Global Divisions, Global Business Services (GBS), manufacturing plants, distribution centers, international sales offices, and 3party distributors.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Assist in developing the scope and project plan for various audits, advisory reviews, and other projects.

  • Lead audit teams and act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders and process owners

  • Perform various audit procedures to assess the following objectives as they relate to the areas under review:

  • To evaluate compliance with key company policies and procedures,

  • To assess the efficiency and effectiveness of internal controls and business processes over selected financial and operational cycles,

  • To benchmark controls and procedures against generally accepted and leading industry practices,

  • To review the accuracy and completeness of reporting and utilize data analytics to identify trends,

  • To identify opportunities for enhancement,

  • Obtain an understanding of the business areas under review, and the business and compliance risks associated with those areas, to develop an effective risk-based audit approach.

  • Understand an integrated view of controls over business processes, including financial, operational and IT general controls.

  • Work closely with functional and regional GIA managers to develop and document the project risk assessment for the project plan and scope, and draft applicable audit procedures.

  • Document to re-performance standards the execution of specific audit procedures as defined by the engagement objectives and planned audit approach.

  • Ensure work papers are complete and accurate and performed in a timely manner for the Manager’s review.

  • Assess the impact/risk associated with any areas of concern identified through the audit process and propose recommendations to address these risks.

  • Partner with management to develop appropriate corrective actions for any areas of concern.

  • Work effectively and efficiently in a team environment.

  • Communicate and present effectively, in a collaborative manner, both formally with business management as well as informally within GIA.

  • Develop business partnering relationships with various levels of management, acting as a problem-solving resource, while continuously sharing best practices and recommending areas for improvement.

  • Proactive identify opportunities where GIA can add value to the Company as well as ways in which GIA can internally improve.

  • Participate in the development of less experienced staff by setting an example and providing coaching.

  • Assist in staff recruiting and training activities.

  • Exhibit flexibility and agility in their daily tasks and overall schedule (due to certain projects having deliverables within different regions and time zones).

  • Build quality into all aspects of work by maintaining compliance to quality requirements and IIA guidelines.

Required qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting and/or finance required.

  • 3 – 5 years of progressive experience with a Public Accounting Firm, or internal audit function with a large, complex multi-national company.

  • Strong knowledge of US GAAP accounting and internal controls.

  • Fluency in English required.

  • Solid understanding of the relationship of internal controls and business processes with financial statements and financial statement assertions, as well as the fundamentals of SOX 404 controls and requirements.

  • Strong project/time management skills with the ability to organize and handle multiple priorities.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presenting on various matters

  • Experience with executing audits, including planning, fieldwork, and reporting phases of the audit

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

  • Willingness and ability to travel (both domestically and internationally) approximately 20-25% of the year.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Experience with AuditBoard platform (advanced experience with AuditBoard is highly preferred)

  • Experience with SAP, Hyperion, Tableau

  • CPA, CIA or equivalent and/or CISA designation (highly preferred)

  • MBA, Masters, or other advanced degree (highly preferred)

  • Additional language skills and experience living/working abroad.

  • Familiarity with Environment, Social, & Governance (ESG) standards and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) best practices

Compensation fornon-exempt (hourly), non-sales rolesmay also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation forexempt, non-sales rolesmay also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).


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Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.