Analyst, Global Internal Audit, APAC

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At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.

Purpose Statement

The Analyst, Global Internal Audit (GIA), APAC will be responsible for planning, organizing and executing internal audits throughout the Company (including internal controls, financial, operational, compliance, consulting, and fraud investigation). Entities to be reviewed may include international sales offices and shared service locations, Corporate and divisional functions, manufacturing plants, distribution centers and acquired/divested businesses.

Key Responsibilities

• Obtaining an understanding of the business areas under review, and the business and compliance risks associated with those areas, in order to develop effective risk-based audit approach
• Developing the project risk assessment for the project plan and scope, documenting project scope and approach, and drafting applicable audit procedures
• Performing various audit procedures to assess the following as it relates to the business areas under review:
  • Adequacy of internal control environment,
  • Efficiency/effectiveness of business processes,
  • Accuracy of financial statements,
  • Compliance with Company policies and procedures and external rules and regulations, and
  • Other areas on an as needed basis
• Assessing the impact/risk associated with any areas of concern identified through the audit process, proposing recommendations to address these risks, working with management to develop appropriate corrective actions, and timely follow-up of audit issues
• Communicating and presenting effectively with business management to ensure clarity regarding audit results and that appropriate action plans are being implemented
• Utilize Tableau data analytics tools to analyze trends, identify key insights and new dashboards that will assist in the audit process
• Developing working relationships with various levels of management, acting as a problem-solving resource, while continuously sharing best practices and areas for improvement
• Proactively identify opportunities where GIA or local operations under review can add value to the Company
• Applying the audit methodology consistently to all engagements and contributing innovative ideas in an effort to continuously improve the methodology
• Ensuring work papers and other deliverables are complete, timely and accurate, presented in a clear and logical manner leading to final conclusions and exceptions
• Collaborate with global GIA team to continuously share best practices and develop effective audit approaches to improve the audit function
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders across the organization

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. Professional certifications in CPA, CIA, CRMA, CFE, or CISA preferred
• At least 5 years of progressive Internal Audit experience with a Big Four firm, or combined experience with a large multi-national company
• Demonstrated understanding of the relationship of information systems, internal controls, business processes, SOX controls and the underlying risks
• Knowledge of US GAAP accounting and internal controls; IFRS and SOX is a plus.
• Experience with data analytics and in using Tableau during planning, execution and reporting to optimize coverage and effectiveness is a plus
• Curiosity and passion for applying data analytics techniques to internal audit reviews
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience with SAP and/or other Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems are desired
• Ability to work independently but also be a strong team player within a team
• Strong project/time management skills with the ability to organize and handle multiple priorities
• Excellent report writing skills with good command of English to present issues accurately in a concise and logical manner
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with all levels of stakeholders
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 30-40% of the year

Requisition ID: 608327

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!