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Job description : As a leading global contract research organization (CRO) with a passion for scientific rigor and decades of clinical development experience, Fortrea provides pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device customers a wide range of clinical development, patient access, and technology solutions across more than 20 therapeutic areas. Conducting operations in 100 countries, Fortrea is transforming drug and device development for partners and patients across the globe. Key Responsibilities: Uphold the highest standards of ethics and integrity, promoting a culture of ethical behavior and accountability Perform operational, financial, and IT audits to assess internal controls, financial records, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Design and execute audit procedures in alignment with audit objectives and programs, ensuring adherence to auditing standards. Document audit findings and prepare comprehensive audit workpapers within AuditBoard, adhering to established standards. Engage with stakeholders from various regions and cultural backgrounds across the company to understand processes, risks, and controls. Communicate effectively with global teams to ensure alignment on audit objectives and findings, demonstrating cultural awareness and adaptability. Coordinate and manage audit activities across multiple time zones as required by the scope of global audits. Collaborate with teams to document processes, including creating narratives, flowcharts, and walkthroughs, to identify risks and controls. Conduct interviews and walkthroughs with employees and management to gather insights and understand processes. Perform testing of key controls to ensure compliance with SOX requirements. Document audit work related to SOX and operational audits, ensuring accuracy and clarity. Identify control gaps and audit findings, providing constructive recommendations to mitigate risks. Prepare audit reports summarizing strengths, weaknesses, and findings, and monitor managements response and implementation of recommendations. Communicate audit results effectively with stakeholders at various management levels globally. Stay updated on new auditing techniques, regulatory changes, and industry developments. Attend professional development courses and share insights to enhance departmental knowledge and practices. Maintain effective and respectful communication with management and staff during audits. Foster strong working relationships across the organization to facilitate audit objectives. Support ad hoc projects and other duties as assigned by the Internal Audit leadership team. Job Qualifications: The successful candidate will be a dedicated, hard-working and enthusiastic professional, skilled in problem-solving possessing excellent auditing, technical, interpersonal and communication skills, high standards for quality, and the ability to organize, prioritize and manage tasks and work autonomously as needed. Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, or equivalent (preferred but not mandatory). 4 years of audit experience, ideally from a Big 4 public accounting firm or in an internal audit role within a corporate environment. Exposure to risk assessment, internal controls, and audit methodologies. Experience with SOX compliance and operational audits is highly desirable. Strong analytical skills with attention to detail. Proficiency in using audit software (e.g., AuditBoard) and Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities effectively. Cultural awareness and ability to work effectively in a global, multicultural environment. Flexibility to collaborate with global teams across various time zones. Willingness to travel occasionally, as required by audit assignments. Commitment to maintaining the highest ethical standards and confidentiality
