Associate IT Audit Analyst, Global Internal Audit

Additional Location(s):  US-MN-Arden Hills; US-MN-Maple Grove

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At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.

About the role:

The Associate Analyst (Integrated Audit) will be responsible for supporting the planning, organization and execution of IT internal audits throughout the Company (including system control reviews, external IT Risk assessments, annual technical certification assessments (ISO, Swift), privacy, AI, financial, operational, consulting and fraud investigation). Global Internal Audit is seen as an integrated function in that both business and technology controls are covered during the reviews. Entities to be reviewed may include international sales offices and shared service locations, corporate and divisional functions, manufacturing plants, distribution centers, acquired/divested businesses and 3rd party channel partners.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and applying an understanding of information systems supporting business processes under review and the associated risks in order to contribute to an effective risk-based audit approach.
• Working closely with the audit manager and lead in preparing the risk assessment, defining scope, and drafting audit procedures and approach for assigned projects
• Executing audit procedures across a variety of processes including IT, HR, procurement, operation, manufacturing and commercial.
• Leveraging data analytics during planning and execution to improve audit coverage, efficiency, and effectiveness.
• Assessing the risk and impact of audit observations, proposing recommendations to address the risks, and working with management to develop appropriate corrective actions.
• Communicating and presenting effectively to management to ensure clarity regarding audit results and that appropriate action plans are being implemented.
• Build working relationships with business partners, while identifying opportunities to share best practices and areas for improvement.
• Proactively identifying opportunities where GIA or the auditee under review can add value to the Company.
• Learning and applying internal audit methodology consistently to all engagements.
• Ensuring working papers and other deliverables are complete, accurate, presented in a clear and logical manner leading to final conclusions and exceptions.
• Collaborating effectively with team members and contributing to a positive team environment. As experience grows, sharing knowledge with the audit team and assisting with onboarding new team members.
• Assisting with special projects related to business process improvement or internal team needs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems, Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• 2+ years of progressive experience with a Big Four firm, or combined experience with a large, complex multinational company.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience related to information systems risks, controls, and auditing.
• Strong understanding of the relationship between information systems, internal controls, and business processes with financial statement assertions, including a solid understanding of SOX 404 controls and the underlying risks.
• Knowledge and experience in control theory and professional auditing practices.
• Strong project and time management skills with the ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a proven ability to communicate effectively and professionally.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 15–20% annually, including weekends.
• Ability to build authentic, trusted relationships and effectively influence others to create alignment and support.

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ years of progressive experience with a Big Four firm, or combined experience with a large, complex multinational company.
• CISA, CRISC, CISM, CISSP, or other relevant certification; willingness to obtain one within 12–24 months is a plus.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP accounting and internal controls; IFRS knowledge is a plus.
• Experience with data analytics tools such as Tableau, Microsoft Power BI, and Alteryx.
• Experience with SAP and/or other Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.

Requisition ID: 632324

Minimum Salary: $65800  

Maximum Salary: $125000  

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

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Boston Scientific transforms lives through innovative medical technologies that improve the health of patients around the world. As a global medical technology leader for more than 45 years, we advance science for life by providing a broad range of high-performance solutions that address unmet patient needs and reduce the cost of healthcare. Our portfolio of devices and therapies helps physicians diagnose and treat complex cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, oncological, neurological and urological diseases and conditions. Learn more at and follow us on  LinkedIn .

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.