Associate Director, Audit And Assurance Services

Merck & Co., Inc.

Base: $129,000.00 - $203,100.00; bonus/equity: ann...
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Sarbanes-oxley (sox) compliance expertise
Big 4 firm experience required
Audit planning and execution oversight
** Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking an Associate Director for Audit and Assurance Services who will play a key role in the SOX Project Management Organization. The candidate will be responsible for developing the SOX Audit Plan, collaborating with external auditors, and leading audit teams, ensuring high-quality deliverables and compliance with regulations. **

Job Summary

  • This role serves as a key member of the SOX Project Management Organization responsible for developing the SOX Audit Plan and coordinating with external auditors.
  • The successful candidate will lead small teams through approximately four GRC audits annually while ensuring high-quality deliverables and staff development.
  • The position offers a competitive salary range of $129,000.00 to $203,100.00 along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) retirement plans.

Matching Summary

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** Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking an Associate Director for Audit and Assurance Services who will play a key role in the SOX Project Management Organization. The candidate will be responsible for developing the SOX Audit Plan, collaborating with external auditors, and leading audit teams, ensuring high-quality deliverables and compliance with regulations. **

Salary

Base: $129,000.00 - $203,100.00; Bonus/Equity: Annual bonus and long-term incentive eligible; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance expertise
  • Big 4 firm experience required
  • Audit planning and execution oversight
  • External auditor engagement with PwC
  • Team leadership and staff coaching
  • GRC audit execution capability

Nice-to-have

  • Ability to cope with changing priorities
  • Strong stakeholder collaboration skills
  • Experience with new system implementations
  • Continuous improvement initiative leadership
  • Ad-hoc incident response participation

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 7 years technical accounting experience
  • BS/BA degree in accounting required
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license
  • Big 4 firm background preferred
  • Valid driving license required for domestic audits

Work Rights

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only

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