The role will be part of JGSHI Corporate Internal Audit's (CIA) Center of Excellence (COE) with primary function as a subject matter expert (SME) servicing audit requirements of Corporate Center units and subsidiaries. The position will also be responsible for building skills to eventually support other cross function audits, lead projects, and contribute to the overall professionalization journey of the organization.
Specifically, the candidate will:
- Evaluate initiatives/project compliance, ensuring adherence to established processes, and identifying opportunities for improvement in project management practices.
- Conduct thorough audits of M&A transactions, investment portfolios, and strategic initiatives to assess compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards.
- Evaluate financial and operational aspects of potential and completed M&A deals, including due diligence findings, financial projections, and post-merger integration processes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, legal, and investment management, to gain insights into transaction structures and investment objectives.
- Prepare comprehensive audit reports that outline findings, conclusions, and actionable recommendations for senior management and stakeholders.
- Lead the development of audit plans for the areas assigned.
- Support audit capability building, audit initiatives/projects, process development and quality improvement.
Job Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; a master's degree or relevant certification (e.g., PMP, CPA, CFA, CIA) is preferred.
- Significant experience (at least 5 yrs.) in auditing, investment analysis, or financial consulting
- Experience with investment strategies and portfolio management in a corporate or advisory setting.
- Deep understanding of financial modeling, valuation techniques, and M&A due diligence processes.
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks governing M&A and investment activities (e.g., SEC, antitrust regulations).
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and identify potential risks or opportunities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
- Strong Project Management experience or background
- Proficiency in audit software and advanced Microsoft Office skills (especially Excel) is a plus.
- Working knowledge in systems such as SAP and Sharepoint is preferred
