Business Audit Manager in Chalfont St Giles

GE HealthCare (GEHC) is a leading global medical technology and digital solutions innovator. Our purpose is to create a world where healthcare has no limits. The Internal Audit (IA) function is in year three of its transformation following GEHC’s separation in January 2023 as a standalone public company. As part of the transformation, IA is creating a modern, data‑driven program with a LEAN mindset. The IA function is a global team with presence in the United States, United Kingdom, and India. The function is independent and reports to the GEHC Audit Committee.

The Business Audit Manager interacts with key process owners and colleagues across GEHC and is responsible for delivering the audits and projects as outlined in the Internal Audit Plan. The role requires clear communication with team members worldwide and the ability to independently manage tasks within a flexible schedule.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Leads the execution of comprehensive audit plans with oversight by the Business Audit Director.
• Effectively manages audit team utilization to ensure audit engagements are on time and within budget.
• Proactive project management and anticipates roadblocks with a solution‑oriented mindset.
• Develops and nurtures talent to drive a high performing and achieving team.
• Guides the audit team in applying appropriate audit procedures to the areas reviewed so that controls are tested from the perspective of business risk and that populations are fully covered.
• Lead meetings with key audit stakeholders to review key concepts, gaps or issues with risk management and control design elements, support and conclusions.
• Adapts testing approach based on risks identified.
• Timely escalates potential significant findings to the Business Audit Director.
• Present initial audit observations to the IA leadership and audit stakeholders.
• Reviews audit workpapers to ensure they are clear, align to the approved scope and adhere to IA methodology.
• Conducts lessons learned sessions with the audit team for continuous improvement.
• Provides insights to the Audit Director and Chief Audit Executive to facilitate stakeholder audit feedback discussion.
• Conducts ongoing monitoring and validation of management action plans for audit observations.
• Embraces an equitable and inclusive environment where people can bring their full selves to work and unlock their greatest potential and contributions to the team.
• Stays abreast of new and emerging regulations & trends that impact the risk landscape and rapidly adjusts audit plan or procedures accordingly.
• Identifies and develops standard audit work programs.
• Helps establish and manage automated workflows to increase the efficiency and coverage of risks within the audit process.
• Identifies opportunities to improve audit methodology, tools, and training.
• Manages and develops direct reports to strengthen leadership capability and audit competency.
• Coaches audit team members in building audit and business acumen.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or "STEM" (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) majors.
• Extensive experience in internal audit or equivalent experience in industries such as Manufacturing, Medical Devices, Technology, Consulting or Financial Services, preferably with a Blue Chip company or Big 4 assurance organization; including current or recent experience in an Internal Audit leadership role.
• CPA/CA, CFA or other professional certifications.
• Ability to travel internationally and domestically approximately 15-20%.

Desired Characteristics

• Audit/risk management data analytics experience, or exposure is preferred.
• General knowledge of legal, regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Superb listening, verbal and written communication skills.
• Lean Process orientation; Passion to help improve operations continuously.
• Excellent leadership and mentoring skills.
• Strong project management and organization skills.
• Problem solving skills that demonstrate logical and analytical thought processes.
• Know how to use technology and data to get things done.
• Ability to flex personal style according to the context of a situation to drive engagement with all stakeholders.

Inclusion and Diversity

GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer where inclusion matters. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Behaviors

We expect all employees to live and breathe our behaviors: to act with humility and build trust; lead with transparency; deliver with focus, and drive ownership – always with unyielding integrity.

Total Rewards

Our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the boost and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world‑changing realities. Our salary and benefits are everything you’d expect from an organization with global strength and scale, and you’ll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters care, collaboration and support.