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Internal Auditor
Discovery Communications
London, , United Kingdom
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Position Summary:
As an Internal Auditor at Discovery, you will support and contribute to teams reviewing financial, operational, and compliance risks / controls throughout the Company’s business units, both domestically and internationally. As a valued member of the Internal Audit team you will obtain valuable experience and exposure to the Company’s business operations. The successful candidate must be able to work autonomously on projects where required and deliver to timelines in successfully delivering quality work product on time and within budget.
This candidate must also be able to assess enterprise risk, plan and execute audit projects, and build strong business relationships.
Responsibilities:
• Efficiently execute assigned projects on the department’s risk-based Internal Audit Plan
• Develop process narratives or flows, audit programs, and test procedures for assigned projects
• Participate and perform procedures related to the Company’s Sarbanes-Oxley or internal controls over financial reporting assessment
• Support and conduct internal audits of business units, area offices, and other business areas and identify / recommend value-added best process or process improvements
• Work on various ad hoc projects for Internal Audit leadership and business partners
• Partner with management to develop corrective action plans in response to Internal Audit observations
• Interact regularly and corroborate with process owners and senior management across all areas of the business
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with key business and financial personnel
• Ensure all work papers and reports are in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and department’s quality standards
• Conduct independent and objective assessments of internal controls, financial results, corporate processes, compliance requirements, etc.
• Research and report on significant accounting, auditing, and internal control related topics
• Interact regularly and corroborate with process owners and senior management across all business areas
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with key business and financial personnel
Requirements:
• Big 4 public accounting background / experience highly preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Ability to travel globally up to 25% to 35%, including international locations requiring a passport
• Possess excellent communication skills, attention to details, time management, and a desire to be challenged and grow professionally
• Possesses strong project management, analytical, and problem solving capabilities
• Confidence to lead meetings and interact / communicate with all levels of the organization
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment with strong interpersonal skills and collaboration
• Strong work ethic with self-accountability for high quality deliverables and achieving departmental goals
• Positive attitude and perseverance in the face of challenges or changing circumstances
• Proactive, organized, and is capable of completing a diverse workload within deadlines and competing priorities
• Absolute discretion and confidentiality regarding sensitive information
• Highest standards of ethical conduct and integrity
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office products