Director – Audit PMO
Job ID
75062
Posted
18-Jul-2022
Service line
Corporate Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Accounting/Finance
Location(s)
Remote – US – Remote – US – United States of America
Reporting to the VP, Global SOX Assurance, the Director – Audit PMO will be a key member of the Global SOX Assurance (GSA) team, managing timing, planning and coordination of all audits (statutory and group). S/he will have strong engagement with the external auditor, Group Finance (Business Finance and Controllership), IT and other cross functional finance teams. Furthermore, this individual will be responsible for reporting to internal and external stakeholders as to the status of the audits, including feedback on the process and implement improvements. S/he should have an understanding of audit methodology and approach, Technical Accounting, SOX and ITGC and related IT dependencies.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Project manage the timing, planning, reporting and coordination of all audits (statutory and group) performed by the external auditors
Coordination of audit requests for each phase of the audit (planning, execution and completion) and queries with management and external auditors, including reviewing support provided to ensure quality support provided to external auditors.
Leverage existing technology to facilitate reporting, audit requests, and issue remediation to streamline the audit process
Implement processes to track and report upon the audit status to senior leadership while also being able to provide realistic time frames of completion including proposed adjustments, deficiency management and remediation process
Inventory lessons learned to provide continuous feedback to audit teams and applicable stakeholders
Participate in ad hoc requests and special projects as required by the GSA leadership team
Maintain professional relationships with the Company’s auditors/advisors. Coordinate audit activities with those of the external auditor to ensure maximum reliance of work, adequate coverage, elimination of any duplication of effort and reconciliation of identified issues.
Responsible for leading, mentoring and managing staff, including hiring, goal setting, planning and delegation of work, training and development, coaching, and conducts annual performance reviews with established deadlines.
Develop, recruit, mentor and strengthen the audit PMO team. Coach and develop others, create high performing teams, and gain a reputation as a talent magnet.
Facilitates a work environment that fosters and supports ethical decision-making and actions by motivating, promoting and modeling ethical behavior, as well as executing job responsibilities in accordance with CBRE’s core values, ethics, and policies and procedures.
Sustains professional and technical knowledge with the idea of expanding this knowledge, personal growth and development through continuing professional education efforts. The increased knowledge may occur through attendance at external trainings, seminars, webinars, conferences, as well as reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks and participating in professional organizations.
Ensure adherence to principles, policies, and standards and improve quality and process reliability in a cost-effective manner. Facilitate communications, problem resolution, and provide appropriate feedback, both positive and corrective, within the team.
Foster a long-term results-orientation and business partner mindset within the organization.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Specific experience and qualifications will include, but not be limited to the following:
Minimum of 6+ years demonstrated knowledge, skills, and expertise in the field of accounting and IT auditing.
Experience is ideally a blend of public accounting and industry experience with a public company and is a technical expert in accounting and SOX.
Experience navigating and leading in environments of transformation, change and disruption.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with a demonstrated ability to articulate effectively and professionally with all levels of management and the external auditor.
Experience facilitating training and awareness relating to audit initiatives and compliance on a global basis.
Strong analytical capabilities, process improvement and organization skills; Excellent communication skills and presentation skills.
Strong executive presence. Simplifies the complex. Able to balance strategic decision making with the ability to “do the work” and get his or her hands dirty.
Proven track record of outstanding talent development and familiar with the challenges of leading remote teams and proactive to create followership.
Expertise in auditing concepts, approaches, tools and techniques; risks and controls; IT and Security concepts, standards, frameworks and best practices.
Comprehensive knowledge and experience in project management skills required
Must be a team player. Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and dive into the details where appropriate.
Demonstrated leadership ability.
Ability to work at all levels of organizations, as well as to develop and to maintain effective working relationships with others, to include senior management and Executive Leadership.
In practicing data analysis, experience using computer-assisted audit techniques, a plus.
Strong proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite of products (especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
High ethical standards with ability to handle confidential / sensitive issues and information with the highest degree of professional responsibility.
CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTORS
Leading Innovation & Change and Digital Agility – brings a point of view on the new and different, leveraging technology and new digital leadership techniques, and possesses the ability to create a vision, roadmap, and execute on desired path forward.
Strong Leadership Capabilities – demonstrate strong leadership skills across the enterprise, not just the accounting organization.
Communications Skills – communicate effectively across all company constituencies, express complex company issues as simply as possible.
Organizational Influence – be a practical, collaborative, and influential figure within the firm, working across businesses and functions. Invest time and resources to establish strong relationships and be a strong “team player” on the leadership team. Operate comfortably in a complex “matrix” environment.
“Hands On” Team Lead – work practically and do hard things well with speed and urgency. Operate effectively in a lean organization, with a bias for action.
Ethics – drive an ethical culture, earning the confidence of the Company’s constituencies.
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration/Management, Computer Science, Finance, Information Technology, or Management Information Systems.
A minimum of one of the following (or an equivalent) Professional certification is required: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified information System Auditor (CISA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC).
**Colorado Residents: CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Director, Audit PMO position is $140,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Director, Audit PMO position is $160,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.
CBRE is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
NOTE: An additional requirement for this role is the ability to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing.
CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)
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