Practice Manager / Team Lead- Operational & Financial Audit

$165,400 - $283,600/Yr

Siemens - Peachtree Corners, GA

Part-time,Full-time - Mid Level

Peachtree Corners, GA

Machinery Manufacturing

About the position

The Practice Manager / Team Lead - Operational & Financial Audit at Siemens is responsible for leading multiple audit engagements, guiding a team of direct reports, and ensuring effective communication with senior management. This role emphasizes strategic planning, risk management, and the use of technology-driven auditing techniques to enhance efficiency. The position is designed for individuals who are committed to personal growth and eager to take on challenges in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Set the strategy and lead multiple audit engagements through planning, fieldwork, closing meetings, and final reporting following an agile audit methodology.
• Lead a team of 3-5 direct reports, providing guidance and mentorship to facilitate the team's growth.
• Identify key risks in Siemens's operational and financial environment, develop risk mitigation strategies, and monitor risk exposure throughout audits.
• Leverage data analysis and technology-driven auditing techniques to enhance audit efficiency and effectiveness.
• Champion continuous process improvement, adapting audit approaches and processes to changing business environments and fostering innovation.
• Fully own the client relationship with senior management during the engagement.
• Collaborate closely with the CF A Heads of Assurance Practice/Region to align on drawn conclusions and communication towards clients.
• Lead audit closing meetings with senior management and effectively communicate findings.

Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years of professional work within Siemens, or a large accounting or consulting firm, serving reputable, publicly-listed companies as clients.
• A Bachelor's degree or higher in Business, Finance, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in at least two of the following areas: Audit, Project/Commercial Project Management, Digitalization, Engineering, Financial Reporting, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Risk Management and Internal Control, or Strategy.
• Demonstrates purposeful and empathetic leadership with a commitment to integrity in both actions and decisions.
• Exceptional agility in leadership and project management within complex, global organizational structures.
• Outstanding communication skills emphasizing active listening, factual persuasion, strong business insight, and the ability to articulate complex business issues in a simple and concise manner.
• Must be fluent in English.
• Willingness to travel approximately 30% of the time, including international travel, and adapt to a hybrid work culture.

Nice-to-haves

• An MBA or Master's degree is strongly preferred.
• Credentials such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Project Management Professional (PMP) or ACCA are advantageous.
• A strong desire to develop into future leadership roles within the organization.
• Prior experience in an international business environment, with a keen interest and aptitude for working in and leading diverse teams.
• Candidates with experience in managerial positions will be given preference.
• Additional language proficiency is a plus.

Benefits

• Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Annual incentive of 25% of the base salary based on performance.
• Flexible work culture with hybrid options.