Manager, Global Controls and Assurance
$119,200–$165,000 year
On-site · Santa Monica, California, United States
Job Summary
Manager, Global Controls & Assurance leads day-to-day execution of internal controls initiatives, including internal audit, SOX/compliance testing, risk and maturity assessments, and control assurance across UMG operating companies and corporate functions. The role involves planning and delivering scope, timelines, quality, and stakeholder communications; coordinating teams, guiding methodology-aligned and evidence-based conclusions; coaching junior staff; strengthening governance and control processes through data analytics and innovative approaches; and building strong relationships with senior stakeholders, IT, compliance, and external partners. Travel up to 25% domestically and internationally; requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5+ years of relevant experience, with CPA/CIA/CISA preferred.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, MIS, Computer and Information Science, or related discipline
- Minimum 5 years of experience in assurance, controls, and/or operational roles with focus on internal audits
- CPA, CIA, CISA, or other relevant professional certification preferred
- Ability to travel up to 25% domestically and internationally
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; experience with data analytics; knowledge of COSO, SOX, and COBIT; familiarity with US GAAP and IFRS preferred
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills; capable of influencing stakeholders
- Ability to manage projects and lead teams, coach and develop staff
- Experience developing audit programs, testing steps, and remediation
- Fluency in English; additional languages a plus
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