Senior Internal Auditor

Job Description

The Role: The Senior Internal Auditor role is part of the Global Internal Audit (GIA) team of Booking Holdings. This role will focus on planning and executing operational, financial and compliance related audits of Booking Holdings companies, which often include significant IT components and controls. Next to this, the Senior Internal Auditor will assist in planning and executing SOX testing across all Booking Holdings companies. This position is based in Bangalore COE and involves occasional travel to other Booking Holdings companies. Responsibilities Plans and executes SOX control testing across all Booking Holdings companies. Plans and executes operational, financial and compliance related audits/reviews across various processes. Coordinates with stakeholders, such as Risk & Compliance, Finance and others. Assists in conducting risk assessments and identifies controls in place to mitigate identified risks. Documents the results of audit work in accordance with standards of the internal audit department and the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). Participates in preparing timely audit reports for senior management. Provides advice on internal control and participates in enhancing control procedures for Holding companies. Drives and promotes the continuous improvement of the internal audit function. Requirements A minimum of Bachelors (post-secondary degree) preferably in Accounting or Finance. CA/ACCA//CPA/CIA or equivalent designation highly desirable. Excellent knowledge of auditing various business operations and risk-based auditing attained through 5 plus years of relevant experience working in a Big 4 accounting firm and / or Internal Audit function at a listed company. SOX experience is desirable. Thorough understanding of the standards of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and ability to fully comply with IIA standards Good understanding of IT environments and experience with supporting IT audits. Experience auditing automated controls Strong skills in negotiating, relationship building, problem solving, and timely problem escalation. Strong analytical skills (experience with audit analytics is a plus.) Excellent audit report writing and oral communication skills (proficiency in English). Excellent time management and organizational skills. Detail oriented, but able to quickly grasp the bigger picture. Maximum of 20% travel requirement globally based on the Audit plan and project requirements Skills: Culture fit - The company is energetic, fast-paced and always evolving. This person brings the same energy and enthusiasm to work and has a hands-on, let's get the job done attitude. Self-starter Manage the activities and come up with new ideas with minimum guidance. Manage the activities and come up with new ideas with minimum guidance. Able to work independently and own the end to end audit process. Commercial Awareness - Eagerness to understand the business Results Oriented Meets deadlines on assignments, juggles multiple projects Data driven Is able to make decisions and identify risks through the analysis of data Stakeholder Management Is able to work with all levels of individuals up to and including executive management Building relationships - Able to establish a relationship of trust and collaboration with colleagues while presenting a sense of shared mission Entrepreneurial and committed to self-development Detail oriented but able to quickly grasp the bigger picture.