Senior Internal Auditor

Full job description
Requisition #: 16854


Ansys is now a part of Synopsys. Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS) accelerates technology innovation from silicon to systems. Catalyzing the era of pervasive intelligence, we deliver design solutions, from electronic design automation to silicon IP, to system design and multiphysics simulation and analysis. We partner closely with our customers across a wide range of industries to maximize their R&D capability and productivity, powering innovation today that ignites the ingenuity of tomorrow. Learn more at www.synopsys.com.


Summary / Role Purpose
The Senior Internal Auditor leads a variety of audits and special projects focused on evaluating, and determining the effectiveness, adequacy, and efficiency of internal controls surrounding ANSYS financial reporting controls and systems. This position will work directly for the Senior Director of Internal Audit and Risk Management along with working closely with management teams across the different departments and geographies.

Key Duties and Responsibilities
Performing internal audits from start (i.e. planning and creation of customized audit programs) to finish (report writing, conducting closing meetings, and performing follow-up reviews)
Challenging current working practices and finding ways to improve the design and effectiveness of financial reporting and fraud prevention and detections controls.
Sharing with process owners the results of the audit and agreeing appropriate corrective actions to remedy any non-conformances
Assist in the conduction of Enterprise Risk Management and Fraud Risk surveys and risk mitigation efforts
Special projects as assigned by Senior Management or the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors

Minimum Education/Certification Requirements and Experience
B.S in accounting
A minimum of 5 years of related work experience, with a minimum of 3 years in a public accounting environment
Experience in performing audit engagements that includes, but is not limited to Operational, Sarbanes-Oxley and SOC2 engagements
Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor
Familiarity with COSO Framework

Preferred Qualifications and Skills
Strong interpersonal skills and analytical abilities are required
Good project management and team working ability
Strong spreadsheet skills
Experience with audit software tools

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Less than 25% travel