Lenovo

DATA ANALYST

 

Lenovo is not just another technology company. We make the technology that powers the world’s best ideas.  We design tools for those who are driven by accomplishment.  We are the company that powers the people who Do. The engine that helps them Do more. Do better. Do what’s never been done.  And we are united in the quest to help our users defy the impossible.

We are looking for driven individuals who thrive in a truly global and culture… …..come put your career on the fast track with the fastest growing PC company in the world!!

Lenovo…. For Those Who Do.

Lenovo is seeking a Data Analyst to support the Internal Audit function.

Primary Responsibilities

This position will play a pivotal role in building and growing the data analytics capabilities in Internal Audit at Lenovo. The primary role of the Data Analyst is to identify, design and develop data analytics routines to support audit activities performed by the Internal Audit team.  Maintain an effective system of data analytics and models which provide enhanced insight into risks and controls, establishes an efficient/automated means to analyze and test large volumes of data for outliers, anomalies, patterns, and trends, and helps evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of controls. Create repeatable data analytics to support continuous audit monitoring programs.

• Identify, design, and develop data analytics extract routines to support all phases of audit activities performed by the Internal Audit team, including risk assessment, planning, and scoping, testing and reporting.
• Manage data extraction, storage, transformation, and processing through data analytics routines, and generate output for visualization/analysis by the Internal Audit team.
• Identify and develop innovative and re-usable analytics solutions to drive auditor self-service.
• Use data analysis tools to automate audit testing and develop techniques for continuous auditing and analyzing large volumes of data.
• Interact with management and business partners to identify appropriate data sources and data elements required for analytics, applying professional skepticism when assessing data sources and validating the completeness and accuracy of data received.
• Transfer appropriate knowledge to the Data Champions and wider Internal Audit team in relation to data, systems, and data analytics queries
• Interact and collaborate with Internal Audit team members in working towards departmental goals.
• Execute on special projects and other assignments as requested by management.

Project Management:

Be exceptionally skilled at identifying, prioritizing, and articulating, applying effective methods of audit testing and data analysis. Work independently on all aspects of audit engagements. Prepare complete and meticulous audit work products consistently, including preparation of data sheets and work papers within standard time frames without reminders.  Proactively reviews work products of others in area of responsibility, provides highly constructive critical feedback, and takes appropriate corrective actions.  Maintain excellent relationship with clients and act in a professional manner. Independently develops and implements solutions to problems. Consistently seeks opportunities to support objectives through individual and team efforts.

Communication & Collaboration:

Regularly deals with managers/senior managers/executives within the organization. Communicates confidently in a clear, concise and articulate manner, providing relevant facts to the client, team leader, and management. Alert management when concerns arise. Offer recommendations or solutions to problems.

Business Acumen:  

Be accountable to contribute to projects involving multi-functional teams. May regularly participate in overall functional projects. Make leadership and review-related decisions promptly and effectively. Understand the business and complexities of the environment, appreciate the struggles of balancing resources and company priorities, and propose solutions based on cost/benefit analysis.  Actively seeks opportunities to add value, insight and facilitate business collaborations. 

Contribution / Leadership

Independently identify, plan, and execute projects. Assist team leaders to complete phases of an audit from planning and risk assessment to testing and communication of results to achieve audit objectives. Anticipates problems or changes in plans and reviews, and recommends appropriate solutions. Consistently takes personal responsibility for the success of mentored team members and others.  

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in business, mathematics, computer science, or management information systems.
• 3-5 years of relevant/recent data analysis experience in audit, financial, risk management, or technology functions.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, data-intuition, and problem-solving skills, and proficiency in data analytics techniques.
• Strong knowledge and proficiency in extraction and analysis of data from a wide variety of data sources, data analysis tools (PowerBI preferred), process mining, Alteryx/KNIME, SQL, visualization tools, R, python, etc.
• Preferred knowledge and experience in the manufacturing, high tech industries.
• Experience building and supporting continuous audit monitoring programs.
• Working knowledge of internal controls and auditing techniques.
• Strong communication and relationship building skills.   
• Must be open to travel (upto 20%)
• Optional Certifications: CIA, CISA