Associate Director, Audit And Assurance Services

Merck & Co., Inc.

Base: $129,000.00 - $203,100.00; bonus/equity: ann...
Hybrid (3 days onsite, 1 day remote)
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 to lead their SOX Project Management Organization. The role demands extensive experience in technical accounting, particularly with SOX compliance, and offers opportunities for team leadership and collaboration with various stakeholders

Job Summary

  • This role serves as a key liaison between the company and PwC while managing the SOX audit plan and testing coverage.
  • The successful candidate will lead a small team through approximately four Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) audits annually.
  • Employees are eligible for an annual bonus, long-term incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

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Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking an Associate Director for Audit and Assurance Services to lead their SOX Project Management Organization. The role demands extensive experience in technical accounting, particularly with SOX compliance, and offers opportunities for team leadership and collaboration with various stakeholders.

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
  • Stakeholder collaboration with external auditors
  • Team leadership during audit fieldwork

Nice-to-have

  • Ability to cope with changing priorities
  • Experience with new system implementations
  • Strong analytical and reporting skills
  • Adaptability in a hybrid work environment

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 7 years of technical accounting experience
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required
  • BS/BA degree in accounting required
  • Willingness to travel up to 25% domestically and internationally
  • Valid driving license required for domestic audits

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