Sr. IT Systems Auditor - Growing Technology Company

NAVTEQ is the leading provider of digital map data for Vehicle Navigation, Internet & Wireless applications and Enterprise Solutions. Cutting edge applications such as these are part of a growing set of applications that enhance consumer's access to information while they are mobile. We have coined the term ‘informed mobility' to represent this emerging need.

NAVTEQ data is used in virtually all of the leading navigation systems in both North America and Europe. Our customers rely on NAVTEQ digital map information for use in their applications based on its accuracy, detail and completeness.

We are currently looking for a Sr. Licensing/Royalties Analyst (IT Auditor) – 13769 in Chicago, IL.

Position Summary:

The Sr. Licensing/Royalties Analyst (IT Auditor) will be a part of NAVTEQ’s Licensing Governance Group which is charged with monitoring customer compliance with financial and non-financial terms and conditions of NAVTEQ’s license agreements.  NAVTEQ’s Licensing Governance Group provides a unique opportunity to work with NAVTEQ’s customers and multiple groups within NAVTEQ including; Accounting, Finance, Legal and Sales.  The Licensing Governance Senior Analyst will report to the NAVTEQ Licensing Governance Manager and will focus on performing audits of server based software applications.

Responsibilities:

Identification of audit candidates; initial contact of customers and discussion of audit process to initiate audits; interacting with customers to coordinate the details of license compliance audits; reviewing customer license agreements and reporting history; performing audits of server based software applications at customer locations; opportunity to analyze sensitive customer information; preparing written reports of findings; communicating audit results throughout NAVTEQ; participating in customer calls and assisting in the negotiation of settlements to resolve non-compliance findings; and generating business and contract improvement ideas.  Other opportunities will include documenting department procedures, processes and standard templates, performing audit candidate risk assessments and other duties as assigned by the Licensing Governance Manager.

Requirements:

•           Bachelor’s degree in business related field

•           3-6 years accounting and/or finance experience

•           BIG 4 and/or Fortune 500 experience w/forensic accounting investigations experience preferred

•           Experience performing audits of or ensuring compliance with server based software applications is required

•           Strong understanding of information technology concepts

•           Ability to identify control weaknesses and resultant impacts

•           Experience in contracts, royalties and/or licensing is desired

•           Broad business exposure within financial, operational and compliance areas.

•           Well-developed analytical, interpersonal, and communication (both written and verbal) skills

•           Strong project management capabilities

•           Self starting with excellent organizational skills

•           Certification in at least one area (e.g., CPA, CIA, CLP, CISA, CMA, CFE, CIRM, etc.) is desired

•           Working knowledge of MS Office Suite is required

•           Familiarity with IDEA data analysis software a plus

•           Audit related tools and techniques are a plus

•           Foreign language abilities and international business experience are a plus

•           Ability to travel 25% to 35%, both domestic and international

•           Ability to work in excess of standard hours, as needed

NAVTEQ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V