Manager, Audit, Risk, and Advisory.

Job description

We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world. How we LEAD: Universal Music Group Internal Audit department is comprised of in-house professionals located at UMG’s corporate headquarters in the Netherlands and at the Operational headquarters in Santa Monica (U.S.) as well as Miami, Florida. The department reports administratively to the Group Chief Financial Officer and is responsible for independently assessing operational processes and the quality of internal control at each level in the organization and within all Group companies. The team also actively participates in a variety of ad-hoc special projects and provides advice and consultative services with business owners and key management leaders on an as-needed basis. In their role, team members acquire a strong knowledge of the group, its activities, and operations which place them in a strong position to evolve into internal finance management positions in the future. How ​you'll CREATE: Assist the Senior Manager Internal Audit, with the execution of the annual Internal Audit Plan Plan and perform assigned Internal Audit projects that focus on the evaluation of the company’s internal controls Leads project planning, on-site fieldwork and draft reporting with limited support from the Senior Manager Manages all project elements (time, quality, costs) and escalates delays/obstacles timely to the Senior Manager Proactively follow-up and track identified remediation plans required in Operating Companies Manage the day to day co-souring relationship with the external service provider and ensure quality of their work Reviews the work of and contributes to feedback of the co-source providers, team seniors, supervisors and/or managers Implements departmental policies and procedures set by Senior Managers / Director and ensure compliance Assist with the drafting of Internal Audit reports Assist with investigations that involve policy violations and fraud Assist with the identification of process improvement opportunities Contribute to the enhancement of Internal Audit methodologies and tools Proactively manage relationships with business functions, other compliance teams, and external auditors Help educate the organization on the role of Internal Audit Team player with a high level of EQ and ability to listen Curious to understand new concepts and learn Able to build and maintain effective relationships Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to interact with various levels within the organization. Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks concurrently Demonstrates ability to influence the thinking of, or gain acceptance from, stakeholders in sensitive situations, without damaging the relationship Effective in working collaboratively with cross functional team members and with external partners Unquestionable integrity and professionalism Highly motivated, self-starter Bring your VIBE: Minimum 8 years of experience in a combination of public accounting, industry and/or internal audit or control related roles. Prior experience working in a multinational company. Prior experience working in a multinational company BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Qualified Accountant or CIA certification required Working knowledge of governance and internal control regulations Knowledge of Entity-level, process, IT General and application controls Experience managing less experienced staff and/or co-source oversight on a project basis. Understanding of operational risk areas and related audit strategies Experience with SAP ERP, BPC, and Hyperion FM a plus Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to interact with various levels within the organization. Good organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks concurrently Highly proficient in MS Office Suite to intermediate (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and Visio. Strong quantitative and qualitative research and analytical skills, with experience in Data analytics Multilingual: Fluent English, another language is a plus Ability and availability to travel internationally and lead work on-site at Group subsidiaries Perks Playlist: Join an entrepreneurial, global organization where authenticity, boldness, creativity, connection, drive, and insight aren’t just values—they’re how we work every day. Here are some of the ways we support you along the way (and just a few of the benefits we offer): Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage Including 100% coverage for out-patient in-network mental health services Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year) Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement 401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions, plus an additional UMG contribution A variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including: Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees 3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees 2-weeks paid Winter Break 10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day) Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day) Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent Check out our full overview of benefits on the Perks Playlist page of the career site. Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change. Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer We are an E-Verify employer in Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Utah. Please note, UMG is not enrolled in E-Verify in California and New York, and cannot support employment of candidates whose employer must enroll in E-Verify, for example candidates on STEM-OPT. For more information, please click on the following links. E-Verify Participation Poster: English / Spanish E-Verify Right to Work Poster: English | Spanish Job Category: Finance & Accounting Salary Range: $134,100 - $165,000 The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. All candidates are encouraged to apply.