Risk Advisory and Assurance Analyst

Vonage is a global cloud communications leader that helps businesses accelerate their digital transformation through our fully programmable Unified Communications, Contact Center Applications, and Communications APIs. 

Our Finance Mission: We are a critical player in contributing to both short-term and long-term business decisions. We oversee and provide timely and accurate financial information across the organization, to leaders, decision-makers and external stakeholders. We protect company assets, both real and intangible, and ensure financial compliance with country, federal, state and local laws. We serve as an indispensable business partner on topics requiring economic, financial and fiduciary inputs and expertise.

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Why this role matters:

Following the acquisition of Vonage by Ericsson, and expansion of the scope and responsibility of the Vonage Risk Advisory and Assurance (VRA) team, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Assurance professional to join this growing team. The Risk Advisory and Assurance Analyst will report directly to the VP Vonage Risk Advisory & Assurance.

The scope of VRA includes a broad range of risk, assurance and compliance activities. As part of VRA you will be a key team member supporting the delivery of a range of internal reviews that analyze key business operations, evaluate risks and controls and will work closely with other team members and management to refine and improve processes and outcomes.

The ideal candidate will be high-performing and ambitious, with excellent technical and communication skills, and is looking for career growth in a dynamic, technology environment. 

Where you will work:

Flex Worker - You will have home based days, but can be required to commute to the office for collaboration, customer meetings and presentations up to 3 days a week (exact days to be agreed with your line manager).

The address of the office you will be commuting to is Bell Works 101 Crawfords Corner Road Suite 2416, 4th Floor, Building #2 Holmdel, NJ 07733

Sponsorship & Relocation Not Available - Legal authorization to work in the US is required. We are unable to sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. Additionally, there will be no relocation assistance. 

What you will do:

• As part of a team, perform internal reviews across all business processes and functions including finance, operations, IT and compliance; evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and processes
• Contribute to, and support, definition of scope and work plan
• Participate in meetings with stakeholders
• Prepare and conduct testing, review and analyze documents and reports as necessary
• Support and contribute to the production of high quality written reports detailing findings and recommended action
• Monitor remediation of corrective action identified
• Recommend and support the business in implementing process / control improvements as required
• Participate in an advisory capacity to incorporate real-time insights and recommendations into major projects, initiatives, and organizational changes
• Participate in other VRA risk advisory, reviews, special projects or investigations as required
• Build good relationships with internal team members sharing insights gained from review across the team as needed

What you will bring:

Required

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in relevant field
• CPA, CIA, CISA or equivalent certification
• 2+ years of Audit or Assurance experience and knowledge from performing internal assessments, external assessments, or management review activities for example, as an Audit/SOX analyst or equivalent role at a “Big 4” or other major public accounting firm, or within a Corporate environment

Desirable

• Experience in business transformation initiatives is a strong plus
• Strong analytical thinking and organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience of working with team members across levels and functions
• Strong report writing skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to prioritize and plan in a time efficient manner
• Technology and/or Telecoms industry experience desirable
• Ambition and a desire to grow and develop your career within Vonage

How you will benefit:

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Income Protection
• Maternity & Paternity Leave
• 401(k) Contributions: Pre-Tax, Roth, or After-Tax Roth Options
• Unlimited Discretionary Time Off
• Three Paid Volunteer Days a Year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Voluntary Legal Plan
• Optum Employee Assistance Program
• Discount on Auto, Home & Pet Insurance

Note: The purpose of this profile is to provide a general summary of essential responsibilities for the position and is not meant as an exhaustive list. Assignments may differ for individuals within the same role based on business conditions, departmental need or geographic location.

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