Associate Manager, Internal Audit

Are you a Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) expert looking to bring your skills to a global leader in an industry where fun meets innovation KaneHR is working with JAKKS Pacific a global leader in the toy manufacturing and design industry to help them find candidates who have a passion for data analysis critical thinking and ensuring compliance of SOX regulatory requirements. The CompanyJAKKS Pacific is a world leading designer manufacturer and marketer of toys and fancy-dress costumes. Based in beautiful Santa Monica with offices in the UK Germany Italy and Hong Kong they play every day by creating toys and costumes that delight and transform the lives of children.The Company work with the best and biggest entertainment Companies in the business: Disney Sega Warner Brothers Nickelodeon Nintendo and more with their products on shelves around the world.Main purpose of this roleThis is an exciting opportunity to provide independent objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the Companys operations. JAKKS Pacifics mission is to enhance and protect organisational value by providing risk-based and objective assurance advice and insight.We are looking for an experienced individual who will be responsible for enhancing and maintaining the Companys SOX compliance program. This role will be largely responsible for performing design and operating effectiveness control testing over the Companys US and UK/EU business processes. Additionally this role will be the primary Internal Audit lead in the EU/UK working closely with management to ensure SOX program milestones are met and control enhancements or changes are properly implemented in the EU region. The individual will work under limited supervision from the Internal Audit Sr Manager (US) with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment. The individual will assist the team by providing objective evaluations process improvement solutions effective communication and guidance in recommending effective internal control standards.What to expect:Responsibility for preparing documentation supporting conclusions on the operating effectiveness of the Companys internal controls over financial reporting.Participating in process walkthroughs with functional business partners ensuring that flowcharts and control design documentation is properly updated and reflects internal and professional standards.Partnering cross-functionally with process owners and support with training activities including providing training to the internal finance/accounting and operations organisation in areas of controls policies and procedures.Identifying audit issues and developing recommendations using independent judgment concerning areas being reviewed.Assisting on other audit projects as requested by Department management.Staying abreast of changes in the business and industry to assess impacts to the Companys risk profile.Contributing to the development of new concepts techniques and making continuous process improvements for the overall Internal Audit team. What they are looking for: Bachelors and/or Masters degree in Accounting Finance Information Systems Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in internal auditing external auditing or SOX compliance and testing within a global public Company.Excellent verbal and written communication skills including ability to effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical staffAbility to excel in a fast-paced dynamic environment and adapt to changing prioritiesStrong organisation and time management skillsOutstanding communication negotiation and problem-solving skills Big 4/mid-tier accounting firm experience is preferred Consumer product experience is preferred CCA CIA CFE CPA or other credentials a plusWhat you will be offered in return:Competitive salaryper annum (open to negotiation)25 days holidayHybrid working offered where up to two days per week can be worked remotely. Office attendance will be based at the Bracknell office. Contributory Pension Life Insurance and Assurance and generous Income Protection Schemes.An excellent career growth opportunity while working with a dynamic team who loves what they do and for a Company thats overall mission is unmatchedReady for the ChallengeIf youre ready to take the next step in your career and be part of a team thats passionate about what they do apply now Were excited to get to know you Key Skills Internal Audit,Attorney,Application Development,Dodsal,Event Production Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1