Finance and Operations - Senior Auditor

Finance And Operations Audit Senior

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.

Medtronic's Diabetes Operating Unit serves over 500 million people globally, aiming to empower individuals with diabetes through meaningful innovation and personalized support. Their portfolio is designed to improve glucose control and reduce disease management time.

The business is undergoing a strategic IPO split, positioning itself as a high-growth, standalone company at the intersection of MedTech innovation and advanced manufacturing. With operations across North America, Europe, and Asia, the team is focused on delivering cutting-edge healthcare solutions with operational excellence. This transition offers a bold opportunity for the Diabetes team to operate with greater speed and agility, fostering future growth and innovation while reallocating resources across Medtronic.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance And Operations Audit Senior to join our Internal Audit team. This role offers the opportunity to support a growing audit function focused on Finance And Operations risk.

As an Audit Senior, you will assist in planning and executing audits, working closely with cross-functional teams to evaluate risks and strengthen internal controls. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and communication skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a desire to grow in a dynamic environment.

This role requires you to work on-site at our Northridge, CA office at least 3 days per week.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate risks and enhance internal controls.
• Lead audit engagements, including SOX, audit and advisory to identify control gaps and recommend solutions. Ensure audit documentation is complete, accurate, and well-organized, reflecting a thorough understanding of the work performed and supporting conclusions.
• Prepare reports and presentations that clearly communicate findings to senior leadership.
• Support SOX scoping, testing of controls, and coordination with the external auditor.
• Monitor open audit issues and ensure timely remediation.
• Manage multiple projects independently, escalate issues promptly, and provide regular status updates to management.
• Execute projects in accordance with policies, departmental procedures and International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
• Remain current with emerging trends, industry standards, and regulatory changes to proactively align audit strategies.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and professional development initiatives.

Must Have : Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION :

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.

Candidate must be certified CPA, MBA, CIA, or CMA

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE :

Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 4 years of audit, financial, or internal controls experience,

Or, an advanced degree with a minimum of 2 years of practical experience in audit, financial, or internal controls experience.

Nice to Have

Proficiency in using audit software and data analytics tools (e.g., AuditBoard, PowerBI)

Knowledge of industry standards and best practices (e.g., COSO)

Familiarity with financial systems (e.g., SAP, GRC, OneStream / Hyperion)

Public accounting (preferably Big 4) or equivalent experience in a public company Internal Audit department

Experience with accounting principles, audit procedures and techniques, and internal controls

Understanding of SOX 404 requirements

Must be fluent in English (written and spoken)

Why Join Us?

Shape the financial future of a newly independent public company.

Be part of a purpose-driven organization delivering breakthrough healthcare innovation.

Collaborate with a visionary executive team focused on long-term success and operational excellence.

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers.

Benefits & Compensation

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package

A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD) : $84,000.00 - $126,000.00

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification / education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week : Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance / reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees : Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

Further details are available at the link below :

Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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