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Senior Director, Internal Audit

Location: 

Long Island City, NY, US, 11101

Brand:  Optimum
Requisition #:  9680

Are you looking to Optimize your life? Start your exciting path to a rewarding career today! 

 

We are Optimum, a leader in the fast-paced world of connectivity, and we're on the hunt for enthusiastic professionals to join our team! We understand that connectivity isn't just a luxury anymore – it's a necessity that empowers lives, fuels businesses, and drives innovation. A career at Optimum means you'll be enabling progress and enhancing lives by providing reliable, high-speed connectivity solutions that keep the world connected. We owe our success to our amazing product, commitment to our people and the connections we make in every community.

 

If you are resourceful, collaborative, team-oriented and passionate about delivering consistent excellence, Optimum is the Company for you!

 

We are Optimum!

Job Summary

The Senior Director of Internal Audit leads and oversees a large portion of the Internal Audit function. This is a vital role on the Internal Audit team responsible for leading teams comprised of internal and external resources, providing independent and objective assurance and risk advisory services designed to add value and improve the organization’s operations. This person will interact with personnel at all levels of the organization and will be a trusted advisor to the Chief Audit Executive. This role will also evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of risk management, controls, and governance.

Responsibilities

  • Support the development and execution of a risk-based value-added internal audit plan
  • Serve as an independent and objective strategic partner to executive leadership and the broader organization, providing insights and recommendations to strengthen internal controls, governance and increase efficiency.
  • Present audit findings and recommendations to process and control owners at various levels.
  • Oversee the planning, execution and reporting of financial, operations, and compliance audits.
  • Perform or oversee special projects as requested by senior leadership or the Audit Committee.
  • Conduct and manage investigations.
  • Support the assessment of the Company’s internal controls over financial reporting (SOX). This is expected to be 30% of the overall time and resources.
  • Monitor emerging risks and trends and adjust the audit plan and scope of projects accordingly.
  • Collaborate with various teams including Legal, Accounting, Security and various other teams to support risk management and operational improvement.
  • Recruit, train, and mentor audit staff, supporting career development and performance management.  

Qualifications

  • 10 + years of progressive experience in internal audit, public accounting, or related fields. Seven to ten years’ experience in internal audit, public accounting (Big Four preferred), and/or equivalent private sector experience with at least three years managerial experience.
  • Experience in a publicly traded company is highly desirable and experience in complex environments is also desired.
  • Experience in a publicly traded company is highly desirable.
  • Internal Controls over financial reporting or Sarbanes-Oxley experience is highly desirable.
  • Deep knowledge of IIA standards, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, risk assessment, and corporate governance.
  • Demonstrate strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills with experience interacting with all levels of management.
  • Strong accounting and analytical skills with proven ability to apply knowledge, think critically, identify issues and propose recommendations.
  • Outstanding leadership and interpersonal skills, team player, flexible, self-starter, positive attitude, motivated and effective in completing multiple tasks.
  • Data analytic experience is highly desirable.
  • Ability to work in a hybrid work model, and the ability to travel as needed (not expecting travel to exceed 10%)
  • CPA, CIA, CISA and other certifications are valued.
  • Highly ethical and ability to properly handle confidential information.  

At Optimum, we're fueled by our four core pillars: Taking Ownership, Upholding Transparency, Creating Community, and Demonstrating Expertise. Our commitment to empowering employees to take responsibility and embrace proactive problem-solving underpins Taking Ownership. Upholding Transparency is at the core of our culture, with open and honest communication fostering trust among our dedicated team and loyal customers. Creating Community is more than a goal; it's our daily commitment to fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and positivity. Demonstrating expertise is a promise we uphold through continuous learning and engagement with our customers to consistently deliver top-quality products and services. These pillars not only shape our culture but define Optimum as a place of excellence, trustworthiness, and thriving community, and we invite you to be a part of our journey.

 

If you have the drive to succeed and are ready to embark on a thrilling career, seize this opportunity today, and join our winning team, so together, we'll shape the future of connectivity. 

 

All job descriptions and required skills, qualifications and responsibilities for a particular position are subject to modification by the Company from time to time, in the Company’s discretion based on business necessity.

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds regardless of gender, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

 

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Applicants for employment with The Company will never be asked to provide money (even if reimbursable) as part of the job application or hiring process. Please review our Fraud FAQ for further details.

 

Pay is competitive and based on a number of job-related factors, including skills and experience. The starting pay rate/range at time of hire for this position in the posted location is $161,186.00 - $230,265.00 / year. The rate/range provided herein is the anticipated pay at the time of hire, and does not reflect future job opportunity.

 

 

We appreciate your interest in this opportunity. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.  Please note that at this time, we do not provide visa sponsorship for employment.


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Nearest Secondary Market: New York City

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