Sr. Manager, Internal Audit at Entergy

Work Place Flexibility: HybridLegal Entity:Entergy Services LLCJob Summary/PurposeThis role is responsible for leading a high-performing internal audit team to assess and enhance the effectiveness of Entergys governance risk management and internal control processes. This role oversees the execution of the audit plan including SOX 404 compliance and ensures alignment with IIA standards and industry best practices. The position requires strategic engagement with senior leadership and the Audit Committee to address emerging risks drive continuous improvement and deliver value-added insights. The Senior Manager also plays a key role in developing audit strategy managing stakeholder relationships and supporting Audit Committee meetings.Job Duties/ResponsibilitiesManage a team to: (1) identify and evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of corporate governance risk management and internal controls (2) recommend changes to business processes technology and controls that are viewed as value added and (3) complete the audit plan in accordance with IIA standards.Oversee the SOX 404 program ensuring robust internal controls over financial reporting and maintaining strong relationships with external auditors and certifiers. Serve as the main point of contact to external auditors on SOX control matters.Understand the latest business technology and economic developments or changes that result in emerging risks to Entergy and develop an audit plan that addresses the highest risks.Manage and continuously improve audit processes staff and tools to meet all the IIA standards and other compliance standards while also providing value efficiencies and flexibility. Support the departments internal and external quality assurance efforts.Lead coach and develop a high-performing audit team. Set clear performance metrics and foster a culture of accountability learning and innovation.Manage process to develop and distribute Audit Committee material. Support General Auditor in preparations for Audit Committee meetings including through attendance of Audit Committee meetings.Proactively improve stakeholder engagements with the OCE members and their direct reports to continually address the evolving business needs of the Board of Directors and senior management with regard to business processes controls and associated technology. Develop and deliver effective and persuasive presentations on complex topics to senior management.Minimum RequirementsMinimum education required of the positionRequires a BS Degree in Accounting or related field. Advanced degree preferred.Minimumexperience required of the positionMinimum of 10 years of audit or accounting experience along with 5 years of managerial experienceMinimum knowledge skills and abilities required of the positionRequires experience with IIA audit standards and best practices GAAP ERM and implementation and support of Sarbanes-Oxley 404 control programAbility to manage teams to achieve departmental aspirationsStrong collaboration and relationship management knowledgeSkills and abilities for strong communication facilitation and problem-solving skillsAny certificates licenses etc. required of the positionRequires designation as CPA or CIA; multiple designations preferred.#LI-AH1Primary Location: Louisiana-New OrleansLouisiana : New OrleansJob Function: All Other JobsFLSA Status: ProfessionalRelocation Option: Level IIUnion description/code: NON BARGAINING UNITNumber of Openings: 1Req ID: 121904Travel Percentage:Up to 25%An Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. Please click here to view the EEO page or see statements below.EEO Statement:The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age disability genetic information marital status amnesty or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race color religion sex gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age genetic information disability or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.Accessibility:Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant employee or third party on his or her you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process please clickhereand provide your name contact number the accommodation requested and the requisition number that you are requesting the accommodation for. Employee Services will contact you regarding your request.Additional Responsibilities:As a provider of essential services Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours to work in alternate locations and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms outages emergencies or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is IllegalThe non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. Please to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours.WORKING CONDITIONS: As a provider of essential services Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours to work in alternate locations and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms outages emergencies or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Internal Audit,Attorney,Application Development,Dodsal,Event Production Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1