What you'll do
The Audit Completion Expert is responsible for ensuring that corrective actions arising from audit findings are implemented effectively and timely. This role involves tracking and verifying the completion of audit recommendations/action plans, communicating with various departments to facilitate follow-up processes, and preparing detailed reports for Executives, Board Members and the Audit Committee. Your role will include
- Monitor the progress of Audit action plans
- Communicate with department heads and other stakeholders to ensure timely implementation of corrective actions.
- Maintain a comprehensive database of audit issues, action plans, and their resolution status.
- Initiate follow-up audits to verify the implementation and effectiveness of corrective actions.
- Evaluate the sufficiency and effectiveness of corrective measures.
- Prepare detailed reports on the status of audit recommendations and follow-up actions for senior management and the audit committee.
- Highlight overdue and high-risk issues and escalate as necessary.
- Provide feedback and recommendations for improving the audit follow-up process.
- Assist in developing and updating audit methodologies, policies, and procedures.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Facilitate communication between the audit team and other departments to ensure mutual understanding and cooperation.
- Works independently and collaboratively, able to take sole responsibility for driving Audit Completions
What you bring
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CIA) preferred.
Experience:
- Experience in internal auditing, external auditing, or a related field is preferrable.
- Experience working in a global environment and engaging with leaders, and process owners internationally across the SAP spectrum is a plus.
- Bilingual preferred - fluent in written and spoken English required.
Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in using audit management software and MS Office Suite.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Competencies:
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- High level of integrity and professionalism.
The Internal Audit team conducts internal audits in accordance with the ‘International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing’ to assure SAP that its business complies with internal and external policies, rules, regulations, and legal requirements.