Risk & Assurance Manager

The Role

Fisher & Paykel is an iconic New Zealand brand, a global company with a strong local heritage. Our origins inspire our culture of curiosity and passion to develop solutions designed around people - these are some of the core elements that make us unique.

We are driven by our values of being trusted, sustainably minded, innovative, generous, and curious. As a team we take a collaborative approach and have a working environment where all ideas are heard, evaluated, and tested against our leading goal - to be the world's most human-centred appliance brand.

Our Opportunity:

Work alongside a tight knit team with a genuine passion for what they do. Partner internally with all departments; establishing long term relationships throughout.

As a Risk & Assurance Manager, you will support the Head of Risk and Assurance deliver the requirements of the FPA Risk and Assurance Charter and Risk Management Policy. You will be helping facilitate the risk management framework across the Group in line with the Board’s Risk Management Policy and assisting in developing and delivering the annual risk and assurance plan in accordance with the Internal Audit & Risk Management Charter. Continually Provide appropriate assurance, advice or solutions regarding operational and financial risks that may impede the achievement of key business objectives.

This role will be focused on the Core Appliances  covering all aspects of the business. It may involve domestic and international travel, to ensure effectiveness and efficiency of controls at remote locations.

Day to day, you will:

• Actively identify issues, risks, and projects where risk and controls assurance would be of assistance and work collaboratively with management to provide such services to the business.

• Complete internal audits across all departments, providing data insights and recommendations to the board in a constructive manner.

• Track the completion of agreed recommendations by Management and report on outstanding recommendations.

• Implement internal control self-assessments and provide assurance services over the effectiveness of the internal control environment.

• Assist in developing the Group's strategic and annual risk and assurance plan for review and approval.

• Develop a clear understanding of systems, processes, procedures, and controls and clearly document these when required.

• Promote consistency of best practices around the Group.

Experience & Skills required:

• Proven experience with Data Analytic tools, programs, and ERP systems (JD Edwards) preferred

• Good knowledge of risk management and internal control frameworks and concepts

• Experience in an Internal Audit/External Audit role. A role from one of the Big 4 CA firms at a manager or assistant manager level would be beneficial but not necessary

• Demonstrated experience with MS Office products, data analytic tools and skills, exposure to IFRS and foreign reporting jurisdictions 

• Experience in planning, recommending, and implementing courses of action for remedial purposes or for continuous improvement

• Excellent communication and written skills

At Fisher & Paykel Appliances, we believe that our people are our greatest assets. We offer a supportive and inclusive workplace culture that fosters creativity, innovation, and personal growth. Join us on our journey to redefine the future of home appliances and make a meaningful impact on the lives of people around the world.

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Fisher & Paykel is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.