Associate, Internal Audit (Corporate Audit Staff)

ABOUT THIS JOB NielsenIQ’s Corporate Audit Staff (CAS) is a fast-paced, dynamic, and highly-selective team. CAS serves not only as an independent internal audit function, but also as a leadership development program.  CAS provides objective assurance over NIQ's reported financials and has reporting accountability to NIQ's management team, Audit Committee, and External Audit partner.  As NIQ is a global enterprise, CAS has audit responsibilities over 70+ countries. The team is geographically dispersed, but is tight-knit and mobile. In addition to audit work, CAS engages in projects that support process improvement and critical strategic initiatives. RESPONSIBILITIES Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls by performing audits. This includes planning, scoping, hands on field work, and drafting audit reports Identify control deficiencies, inconsistencies, and/or incidents of fraud or misconduct Present findings/recommendations to senior leaders. Partner with the business to develop remediation plans and support best practice sharing Provide independent assurance on business compliance with policy, governance, and internal controls Contribute to the development of audit process improvements, including the development of automated routines Embrace an analytical mindset to help identify and assess business risks Have strong communication and relationship-building skills Domestic and international travel is required (30-50%) Bachelor's degree in a related area 3 to 5+ years of experience in accounting, finance, auditing, or equivalent Strong analytical, audit, investigative, and problem-solving skills Outstanding organization to manage multiple workstreams Natural interpersonal skills; ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization and across various cultures Advanced skills in SAP, OneStream, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Microsoft Suite of products Understanding of data analytics/visualization tools: like SAP Business Objects, Tableau, or related Solid understanding of governance Knowledge of US GAAP and IIA International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing CPA and/or Certified Internal Auditor designation highly desirable