Audit Manager, Research Development & Supply at Pfizer in Tampa, Florida

Job Description:

Role Summary

 

The Audit Manager, Research, Development and Supply will be part of Pfizer Corporate Audit's internal team that provides "third line of defense" assurance in regulated areas across the enterprise. They will use their audit expertise and knowledge of Pharmaceutical Research & Development and/or Supply Chain to plan and execute best in class audit assurance.

 

The Audit Manager is responsible for identifying risks in specific business areas and conducting independent audits and risk oversight activities in Research, Development, Pharmacovigilance, and Supply Chain. These audits provide an independent review of the design of policies and procedures and assess the operating effectiveness of management controls. Audit Manager also participates on strategic and operations teams within Corporate Audit.

 

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Audits

 

• Collaborate with the audit director and the Analytics and Innovation team to develop an audit plan, including data analytics where applicable, to support controls testing as appropriate.
• Based on the audit plan, develop testing strategies for assigned areas.
• Conduct walkthroughs and execute test of controls for assigned areas.
• Manage the appropriate prioritization of work to execute an effective work plan for audit/project work and keep Audit Director regularly apprised of status and issues.
• Interpret the analytics results to draw conclusions on the controls' effectiveness, or to open lines of inquiry, as appropriate.
• Identify and discuss preliminary issues with auditees.
• Present the results of audits to senior site and division management, including practical recommendations to address identified risks, requiring strong negotiation and influence skills.
• Document audit work and prepare formal written reports setting forth recommendations for local, division and corporate management to strengthen and improve operations.
• Conducts other oversight activities (e.g., Assessments, due diligence, compliance investigations) as assigned.
• Identifies ways to improve audit processes to ensure appropriate assessments of controls in an evolving business model.

 

Analysis

 

• Recommends approaches for oversight activities to mitigate risks across the assigned business line.
• Identifies ways to improve oversight and assessment processes.

 

Relationship Management

 

• Works within functional area to ensure consistency in approach and to minimize gaps and redundancies in activities.
• Cultivates strong relationships within Corporate Audit to achieve an effective oversight program.
• Uses compliance and business intelligence to forge relationships critical to a comprehensive oversight program.
• Other Activities
• Maintains high level of awareness of changing needs of the business, industry trends, competitive activities, and regulatory environment.
• Takes on special projects at the request of management, such as process improvements, audit tools implementations, etc.
• Serves on Corporate Audit departmental committees/teams as necessary, such as Quality Assessment Review, Risk Assessment, Audit Scheduling, etc.
• Assists in the development/updating of Corporate Audit departmental standard operating and administrative procedures.
• Serves as a resource on compliance matters.
• Attends conferences, training courses, seminars, etc. on subjects relevant to the areas of responsibility.

 

BASIC REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

 

• Bachelor's degree is required; in a scientific or life sciences discipline is strongly preferred (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Nursing, Medical Technology, Pharmacy).
• 10 years of professional experience in one or a combination of the following areas:

• Pharma regulated area (e.g., R&D, Manufacturing, Development)
• Pharma Quality-related compliance discipline
• Audit performance, domestically and/or internationally.
• Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge of regulations, policies, and standards to assess compliance.
• Experience working in dynamic complex business models (e.g., outsourcing and partnerships).
• Ability to assess systems and processes in a highly systematic manner and make conclusions based on sound judgment and experience in order to identify gaps and potential risk.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills, with a demonstrated ability to effectively interact with clients, influence others, identify compliance gaps, and communicate pathways for corrective/preventative actions.
• Ability to create a strong collaborative environment working with all levels of management.
• A self-starter who holds themselves and others accountable.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

 

• Relevant experience in clinical studies, manufacturing, safety reporting and project management.
• A thorough understanding of GCP, PV and/or GMP, global regulations and demonstrated subject matter expertise in one area.

 

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

 

• None

 

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

 

• Ability to travel (both domestic and international) up to 30%.

 

Other Job Details:

 

• Last day to apply: May 16, 2024
• Work Location Assignment: Hybrid
• Additional Location Information: La Jolla, CA; Groton, CT; Tampa, FL

 

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $109,400.00 to $182,300.00.* In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 15.0% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life's moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site - U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.

 

* The annual base salary for this position in Tampa, FL ranges from $98,400.00 to $164,000.00.

 

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

 

Sunshine Act

 

Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider's name, address and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification, which Pfizer intends to pursue, reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act. Therefore, if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse, your name, address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government. If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative.

 

EEO & Employment Eligibility

 

Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.

 

Finance & Accounting

 

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