Manager, Internal Audit

BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health. Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities. We develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need, enlisting top talent and fostering an environment that empowers teams to pursue bold, innovative science. Our distinctive approach to drug discovery has produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical, and preclinical candidates with well-understood biology, offering opportunities to be first-to-market or provide substantial benefits over existing therapies.

BioMarin Internal Audit is committed to helping the company achieve its full potential in transforming patients’ lives by minimizing overall company risk. We provide independent assurance to the board of directors and management, evaluating the effectiveness of BioMarin’s risk management, control, and governance processes. Our disciplined approach includes proactive advisory projects, and we aim to deliver valuable business insights covering governance, risk, and control. We are also building an audit data analytics platform to proactively identify potential indicators of non-compliance, fraud, and waste.

About the Role

This role supports the Head of Internal Audit and will be instrumental in building a world-class internal audit function. The Audit Manager will provide both assurance and advisory services regarding BioMarin’s governance, risk, and control effectiveness, while generating actionable business insights. The role involves partnering with the Internal Audit team to oversee and perform audits, evaluate internal controls, identify non-compliance, and assess risks such as fraud, waste, and abuse. The Manager will serve as a trusted partner to the business, aligning the audit portfolio with key business risks.

Responsibilities

• Plan audits by leading or assisting in the development of scope and objectives, conducting data analytics, and meeting with stakeholders to understand risks and priorities.
• Coordinate with external subject matter experts as needed.
• Ensure audits are executed with high quality, on time, and on budget, including work performed by third-party resources.
• Perform quality self-reviews for accuracy, clarity, completeness, and adherence to audit techniques.
• Escalate critical audit issues to appropriate management.
• Communicate audit findings and root causes to management, gaining consensus on corrective actions.
• Collaborate with management to develop risk-based response and action plans, including strategic assessments of options and cost-benefits.
• Evaluate risks and exposures, risk-ranking issues accordingly.
• Develop CEO/Audit Committee-level deliverables, including sophisticated analysis of risk and exposure.
• Participate in or lead enterprise risk assessment activities and other audit engagements, including advisory engagements.
• Support special reviews or investigations at the request of Global Compliance & Ethics, senior management, or the Audit Committee.
• Build and enhance Internal Audit’s data analytics capabilities through collaboration with other teams and stakeholders.
• Maintain existing certifications and pursue further certifications where appropriate.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• One or more of the following certifications: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Healthcare Compliance, or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE).
• 7+ years of relevant experience in public accounting, internal audit, advisory, or a global corporation, or a combination thereof.
• Knowledge of and experience with FCPA, ABAC, and Healthcare Compliance auditing.
• Biotech/Pharmaceutical/Life Science experience preferred.

Skills

• Ability to work with ambiguity and respond to a rapidly changing, highly innovative environment.
• Professional savvy and ability to interact with various levels of management.
• Highly self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently.
• Ability to work with a variety of personalities and working styles.
• Knowledgeable in SAP or other ERP systems, and visualization solutions (e.g., Power BI).
• Exposure to AI/ML techniques is a plus.
• Strong project organization and prioritization skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%, both domestically and internationally.