ABOUT THIS JOB NielsenIQ s Corporate Audit Staff CAS is a fast-paced dynamic and highly-selective team CAS serves not only as an independent internal audit function but also as a leadership development program CAS provides objective assurance over NIQ s reported financials and has reporting accountability to NIQ s management team Audit Committee and External Audit partner As NIQ is a global enterprise CAS has audit responsibilities over 70 countries The team is geographically dispersed but is tight-knit and mobile In addition to audit work CAS engages in projects that support process improvement and critical strategic initiatives RESPONSIBILITIES Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls by performing audits This includes planning scoping hands on field work and drafting audit reports Identify control deficiencies inconsistencies and or incidents of fraud or misconduct Present findings recommendations to senior leaders Partner with the business to develop remediation plans and support best practice sharing Provide independent assurance on business compliance with policy governance and internal controls Contribute to the development of audit process improvements including the development of automated routines Embrace an analytical mindset to help identify and assess business risks Have robust communication and relationship-building skills Domestic and international travel is required 30-50 A LITTLE BIT ABOUT YOU CAS is not a traditional audit shop We are looking for an associate who not only has technical auditing experience but who wants to accelerate his her career and position him herself to become a future NIQ leader Being analytical is imperative but it s also critical to have a big-picture mindset and understand enterprise-level risks We are seeking someone with excellent project management skills and the ability to deliver in a fast-paced environment CAS associates are enthusiastic and self-motivated they take initiative and seek out opportunities to create value for the organization Since interacting with senior leaders is common having strong communication skills and executive presence is critical QualificationsBachelor s degree in a related area 5 to 7 years of experience in accounting finance auditing or equivalent Robust analytical audit investigative and problem-solving skills Outstanding organization to manage multiple workstreams Natural interpersonal skills ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization and across various cultures Advanced skills in SAP OneStream Excel Word PowerPoint and Microsoft Suite of products Understanding of data analytics visualization tools like SAP Business Objects Tableau or related Solid understanding of governance Knowledge of US GAAP and IIA International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing CPA and or Certified Internal Auditor designation highly desirable Additional Information Our Benefits Flexible working environment Volunteer time off LinkedIn Learning Employee-Assistance-Program EAP About NIQ NIQ is the world s leading consumer intelligence company delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth In 2023 NIQ combined with GfK bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms NIQ delivers the Full View TM NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100 markets covering more than 90 of the world s population For more information visit NIQ com Want to keep up with our latest updates Follow us on LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Facebook Our commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion NIQ is committed to reflecting the diversity of the clients communities and markets we measure within our own workforce We exist to count everyone and are on a mission to systematically embed inclusion and diversity into all aspects of our workforce measurement and products We enthusiastically invite candidates who share that mission to join us We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action-Employer making decisions without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability status age marital status protected veteran status or any other protected class Our global non-discrimination policy covers these protected classes in every market in which we do business worldwide Learn more about how we are driving diversity and inclusion in everything we do by visiting the NIQ News Center https nielseniq com global en news-center diversity-inclusion