Department Manager, corporate audit & advisory servicesSunpower | Maxeon

Do you want to change the world? We do, too.
With more than 30 years of proven experience, SunPower is a global leader in solar innovation and sustainability. SunPower is a company with a rich heritage of pioneering the best energy technologies in the world. You have the opportunity to join the company that helped establish solar markets around the world and continues to innovate in the renewable energy space. SunPower has facilities in the US, Europe and Asia, and we are seeking talented people to join us in building a clean energy future.
Our unique approach emphasizes the seamless integration of advanced SunPower technologies, delivering complete solar solutions and lasting customer value. We are passionately committed to changing the way our world is powered, and we are guided by our legacy of innovation, optimism, perseverance, and integrity.
Widely recognized as the world's standard for solar, SunPower produces the world's highest efficiency solar products. Our quality and reliability standards far exceed those of any other company in the industry.
In order to unlock shareholder value, accelerate innovation and enhance customer value, SunPower will separate into two independent, publicly traded companies, strategically aligned and complementary, focusing on distinct offerings. Newly-formed Maxeon Solar Technologies will be the leading global technology innovator, manufacturer and marketer of premium solar panels, carrying on the decades' long legacy in setting quality and performance standards.
As we look to the future, we are seeking a world-class Department Manager, Internal Audit based in ROHQ, Binan, Philippines. In an industry that is reshaping the world's energy future, there's no better place to be than SunPower. Are you ready to change the way our world is powered?
Responsibilities:
Primarily responsible in delivering the annual audit plan which includes staffing the audit engagements, executing on audit engagements and monitoring audit follow up activities.
Furnishes analyses, recommendations, counsel, and information concerning the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal control environment management established to reasonably help ensure (a) the effectiveness and efficiency of operations; (b) safeguarding of Company assets; (c) reliability of financial reporting; and (d) compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Project manages financial and operational audits as part of the assurance services of the Department as well as consulting engagements agreed with Stakeholders. This includes the execution of the assurance and consulting in line with the audit methodology from engagement planning, communication of results and post audit activities.
Primary responsible for conducting surveys and interviews of key persons/audit partners during the planning phase, summarize interview notes and finalize preliminary risk assessment, drafting the audit program, completing fieldwork, explaining audit exceptions, recommending operational enhancements or efficiencies, and preparing reports.
Oversees, supervises engagement team members during the execution of audit engagements
Compliance with ISPPIA (International Standards for Professional Practice of Internal Auditing) requirements (Independence, Code of Ethics.etc)
Participates in the SOX Compliance efforts of the Company - conduct management testing of key controls which includes (a) preparing test plans for key controls; (b) executing test plans, (c) documenting results; (d) recommending remediation steps for management to implement, where necessary, and (e) assisting in the development and implementation of an on-going management testing process.
Extensive interaction with management at all levels of the organization.
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
At least 10 years experience is required (i.e.Public Accounting Firm, Internal Audit, etc.)
At least 5 years of experience in project management
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Has extensive experience in audit planning, staffing strategy, supervision and project management
Has IT audit experience, utilization of data analytics as an audit technique and computer assisted auditing techniques (CAATs)
Achievement or the active pursuit of one of the following professional certifications is strongly preferred: Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Internal Auditors (CIA), and Certifified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
Strong accounting cycle knowledge preferred, including Revenue, AP, AR, Inventory, GL, and financial reporting.
Knowledge in corporate governance regulations, laws (Sarbanes-Oxley) and corporate governance best practices.
Experience with COSO based asessment program.
Excellent written, oral communication skills and interpersonal skills are critical
Must exhibit the ability to balance multiple, high priority projects simultaneously
Excellent PC skills (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, etc.)
Agile, flexible, resilient on working arrangement as maybe required by circumstances such as working remotely, Pacific Time shift and occasional business travels
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