RESPONSIBILITIES:
in assigned internal audit projects to complete all required activities as scheduled within the allotted time frame and budget.
2.Participate in internal audit fieldwork for business process reviews and assessments including operational processes, financial reporting, internal controls, SOX walkthroughs and testing, Physical Inventory Exemption review. May lead portions of smaller projects.
participation in internal projects to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of Internal Audit Department and meet goals and objectives of the department (examples include annual risk assessment, SOX optimization, analytics and automation, guest auditors program, audit quality assessment review, etc.)
4.Provide timely, clear, relevant and actionable feedback, tailored to the specific business environment, regarding audit findings or opportunities for improvement. Clearly communicate results to business or function.
audit reports or other deliverables in a timely manner.
in following-up on outstanding audit findings or SOX deficiencies and perform remediation testing in a timely manner.
collaboratively with audit staff, guest auditors and external, co-sourced resources to ensure work is completed timely, accurately and adheres to department policies and procedures.
8.Identify opportunities for continuous improvement within the internal audit process and/or the business processes being tested for SOX or audited, leveraging the use of automation and analytics whenever possible.
of analytics and automation skills and work to become subject matter expert in these areas to support team.
10.Maintain adequate and up to date technical knowledge in such areas as accounting, business process controls, SOX, audit techniques other areas as required.
experience and leverage all tools available to drive improved value and efficiency in audits including audit software, AI tools. Help drive competency and use of tools throughout the audit team.
responsibilities as requested.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1.Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related discipline ( business administration, economics) and relevant work experience.
years of experience in public accounting/auditing, internal audit, or general accounting or finance functions within a corporate environment.
3. Strong understanding of US SOX requirements and experience in documenting and testing SOX controls.
4. Strong understanding of business processes in a manufacturing organization.
5.Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Audit Standards (GAAS) and US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
6.Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams.
be able to travel domestically as well as internationally.
be fluent in English. Additional language skills are a plus.
to work independently yet seek guidance appropriately as needed.
OTHER PREFERRED SKILLS:
1.Highest ethical standards and integrity.
level of personal accountability, attention to detail and results orientation.
3.Advanced degree and relevant professional certifications ( CPA, CIA, ACCA, CMA) highly desired.
4.Experience in the internal audit department of the manufacturing industry with a global organization is preferred.
5.Experience in or interest in learning data analytics and automation skills and AI tools.
6.Knowledge of or experience in fraud examinations, investigations support, legal compliance areas ( FCPA, trade compliance), ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) is a plus.
7.Project management skills.
8.Experience using SAP, Oracle, and consolidation software for audit related purposes is preferred.
9.Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
10.Excellent oral and written communication skills.
interpersonal skills and high level of professionalism.
customer service orientation for both internal and external customers.
13.Ability to collaborate as part of a global, virtual team.