Audit Manager

About the role

Dentsu's Global Internal Audit function is looking for an Audit Manager in New York to support its Global Internal Audit strategy by delivering risk-based audits that give independent assurance over governance, risk management and internal controls. The manager works with business and functional leaders to evaluate key risks, assess processes and recommend improvements, and typically oversees audits across a region and/or group functions. The role is full-time and permanent.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and deliver risk-based internal audit engagements across operational, financial, compliance and strategic processes in line with the Internal Audit Plan.
• Perform risk assessments, define scope, conduct walkthroughs, evaluate controls and document procedures.
• Assess the effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal control frameworks and identify ways to strengthen them.
• Write clear, concise audit reports and present findings and recommendations to management, monitoring remediation and validating corrective actions.
• Resolve differing opinions on audit ratings with management and maintain audit independence while partnering with Finance, Operations, Technology, HR and Procurement.
• Support enterprise risk assessments, investigations, advisory reviews and special projects.
• Improve the Internal Audit function by enhancing methodologies and promoting AI, data analytics and visualisation tools.
• Manage 2-3 senior auditors in NYC, coach junior team members and work with external consultants.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline; CPA, CA, ACCA, CIA or equivalent preferred.
• 7-10 years of experience in Internal Audit, Risk Advisory or Assurance within a multinational or a leading professional services firm.
• Experience leading end-to-end audit engagements and managing multiple priorities in a global environment.
• Spanish or Portuguese is a plus.

Required skills

• Strong understanding of risk-based auditing, technology audits, enterprise risk management and internal controls.
• ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 and SAP.
• Exposure to AI-driven auditing, data analytics and visualisation tools such as Power BI is an advantage.
• Analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.

What we offer

• Annual base salary range of $113,000 - $182,000, with eligibility for discretionary incentive compensation.
• Hybrid working combining remote flexibility with regular in-person collaboration; employees within commuting distance of a headquarters or hub office may be required to work in the office 2-3 days per week.