Analyst II, Audit

WM•Houston, TX

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Within the Internal Audit & Controls department of Waste Management, an Audit Analyst II’s responsibilities include executing a wide range of financial and compliance audits across the organization, including Sarbanes Oxley programs via performance of effective and detailed risk assessment procedures. This would be accomplished by demonstrating strong understanding of data flow across multiple applications, building meaningful sustainable relationships with key internal and external stakeholders and most importantly by manifesting critical thinking. The individual will take an active role in contributing to department’s strategic initiatives focusing on continuous improvement, cost savings, and increased automation. The role will also support fraud risk assessment activities and investigative requests by performing targeted analysis of financial data to help identify potential indicators of fraud or misconduct in coordination with Corporate Security and other stakeholders. This role provides a great platform for the individual to learn about the Company’s business, policies & procedures and thereby offering multiple opportunities inside and outside the Internal Audit & Controls department. This position reports to the Senior Manager, Internal Audit and will interact with process owners at varying levels throughout the Company.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (accredited) in relevant area
High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and four years of relevant work experience
2 years internal or external audit and/or SOX 404 compliance
Must be authorized to work in the US.
Must live in the Houston area and open to commuting to downtown Houston – no relocation for this role.
Must be open to working the current hybrid work schedule (In office Monday – Thursday and remote on Fridays.)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree (accredited) in accounting, finance, data analytics, or other relevant area of study
Advanced degree (e.g. MBA, MS-Accounting)
Finance & Accounting\Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Responsibilities

Perform forensic review procedures on financial transactions and datasets to identify anomalies, trends, and potential indicators of fraud or misconduct.
Document findings clearly and objectively, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and a proper audit trail of analysis performed.
Support fraud risk assessments by assisting in the identification, collection, and analysis of relevant financial and operational data.
Partner cross-functionally (e.g., Security, Legal, Compliance, Finance) to support information requests related to investigations while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Assist as part of a cross-functional team in auditing activities of various business components, departments, and operations for: Operational efficiency and effectiveness, Cost control and cash flow opportunities, Compliance with established plans, policies, procedures, controls, and applicable regulations.
Participate on projects that review financial and operational processes including the functionality of workflow, data sources, controls, efficiency, performance metrics, user roles, and alignment with strategy.
Complete walkthroughs and testing of key controls and core business processes.
Coordinate with process owners to collect documentation evidencing the effective performance of SOX activities, test execution and resolution of identified control failures.
Aid in internal controls integration of acquired businesses.
Communicate effectively with employees at all levels across the organization, building strong relationships to advance Internal Audit and Controls (IAC) strategic initiatives and foster career development.
Prepare ad hoc information requests in areas beyond assigned responsibilities.
Determine effective data analytic techniques to aid in audit and control testing as well as audit plan development and programs.
May provide support to less experienced auditors and conduct quality control reviews of audit work products.
Prepare accurate and descriptive audit work papers and reports through interviews, document review, surveys, and other audit testing procedures.
Draft presentations for various members of management that effectively and concisely communicate audit activities and solutions.
Drive cost reduction and efficiency of audit and compliance activities by actively seeking ways to develop and implement improvements to audit methodology, client service and administrative processes.