Corporate Audit Senior Associate

Working hours: 2 pm 11 pm IST

About the Role

Amgen is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Associate to join our Corporate Audit Team. This position will support the planning, execution, and reporting of operational/financial audits and of U.S. healthcare compliance regulations. The role involves evaluating internal controls, assessing risk exposures, and recommending improvements to enhance organizational effectiveness and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Audit Planning & Scoping
• Participate in walkthroughs and interviews with process owners and business leaders to understand workflows and risk areas.
• Assist in conducting Risk assessment by doing preliminary research to understand relevant business processes, regulatory risks, and internal controls.
• Participate in developing risk-based audit plans (RCM) for functional and U.S. healthcare compliance audits, aligning with corporate objectives and regulatory expectations.
• Assist in defining audit scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements in collaboration with Audit Senior Managers and Compliance partners.
• Audit Fieldwork & Reporting
• Support execution of audits across various corporate functions (e.g., Finance, Legal, HR, Procurement) and U.S. healthcare operations (e.g., commercial field activities, patient support programs, speaker programs, HCP engagements).
• Perform detailed testing of transactions, procedures, systems, and controls to assess compliance with Amgens policies, SOPs, and relevant laws.
• Support in evaluating adherence to healthcare laws and regulations such as Anti-Kickback Statute, False Claims Act, PhRMA Code and FDA promotional compliance standards.
• Identify audit observations, root causes, and business impacts; quantify where applicable.
• Draft audit workpapers and reports in accordance with internal audit methodology & IIA standards.
• Build trusted relationships with team members and internal stakeholders to facilitate audit activities and post-audit improvement efforts.

• Process & Program Improvement
• Recommend enhancements to policies, procedures, training programs, and monitoring tools to strengthen control environments.
• Contribute to audit methodology enhancements, and process standardization within the Corporate Audit function.
• Support special projects as needed.
• Data Analysis & Artificial Intelligence (AI):
• Utilize analytics tools and audit methodologies to assess risks and trends in business processes and compliance areas.
• Leverage AI tools and technologies to enhance the effectiveness, accuracy, and efficiency of audit processes.
• Follow-up & Remediation:
• Assist in monitoring implementation of corrective action plans and validate their effectiveness.
• Travel up to 10% per year

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Compliance, or related field.
• 3-6 years of experience in internal audit, compliance, public accounting, or consulting, preferably in the Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology industry.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong understanding of internal controls, financial/operational risk, and regulatory compliance
• Understanding of U.S. healthcare compliance laws and regulations
• CIA, CPA, CFE, or equivalent certifications (preferred but not required)
• Experience in a global organization or cross-border auditing
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills