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Why ARA at Stryker?

Our team is expanding, and we are looking for someone with data and digital skills to integrate data, technology and digital solutions across our department. As a member of our Assurance and Risk Advisory (ARA) department, you will have a crucial role in leveraging your skills to enhance our operations, improve risk management, and provide valuable insights to the organization. Your skills will contribute to taking ARA to the next level by supporting the development, implementation, and scaling of digital initiatives that will be integrated throughout the internal audit lifecycle.​ You will have the chance to work with a dynamic and global team that supports the organization’s strategy through customer focus and innovation.

As the Manager, you will be responsible for leading and conducting operational and compliance related internal audit projects and should have strong digital acumen. You will focus on driving the realization of our Data & Digital Strategy and identifying areas for improvement through automation and sharing data-driven insights. You will also lead a team of auditors and collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess risks, develop audit plans, and provide recommendations to enhance our digital capabilities. Baseline knowledge of internal audit principles, methodologies, and practices is a plus.

This hybrid role can be based out of our Flower Mound, TX; Portage, MI; or Mahwah, NJ offices.

Who We Want

Subject Matter Experts. Has a comprehensive understanding of the objectives and relevant risks of each audit, supports the development of risk-based audit procedures, and applies IA methodology and relevant frameworks for efficient audit execution.

Futuristic leaders. Managers who motivate the team to embrace innovative thinking through digital tools and demonstrates flexibility in adopting new technologies.

Collaborative partners. People who build and leverage cross-functional relationships to bring together ideas, data and insights to drive continuous improvement and learning opportunities to enhance digital acumen.

What You Will Do

• Manage and spearhead the utilization of analytics, automation, and visualization software to enhance audit procedures and maximize efficiency.

• Encourage employing data-driven methodologies to gather, analyze, and interpret datasets to identify trends, anomalies, and patterns.

• Conceptualize and supervise the development of dynamic dashboards and reports, effectively communicating results and key insights to stakeholders.

• Provide guidance and mentorship to staff, fostering their understanding of data and digital tools while aligning with ARA's digital strategy.

• Lead and oversee data-driven audits, providing input and recommendations on approach.

• Champion ongoing enhancement and optimization of the ARA department by leading activities that align with ARA's data and digital strategy.

• Drive the adoption of digital tools and technologies within the ARA department to enhance audit efficiency and effectiveness.

• Stay up-to-date on emerging technologies and implement practical ways of applying industry best practices to enhance audit processes.

What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree required in a relevant field (e.g., accounting, finance, business administration, business analytics, computer Science, data Science or other relevant information systems degree)

• 8+ years experience required

• Digital technology certifications preferred (e.g. Microsoft PowerBi Certification)

• Prior experience leading teams within an internal audit function is a plus

Health benefits include: Medical and prescription drug insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, personalized healthcare support, wellbeing program and tobacco cessation program. Financial benefits include: Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), basic life and AD&D insurance, and short-term disability insurance. Stryker offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually. Depending on customer requirements employees and new hires in sales and field roles that require access to customer accounts as a function of the job may be required to obtain various vaccinations as an essential function of their role.

Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability.