Senior Auditor

Babcock & Wilcox Company•Akron, OH

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Auditor executes the Company’s Internal Audit (IA) plan, which may include internal control, financial, operational, FCPA, and other compliance audits. The role partners with Management to assess and test internal controls, identify process improvements, and support remediation of audit findings. It also assists with implementation and ongoing maintenance of the Company’s Internal Audit software. The Senior Auditor reports to the Manager, Internal Audit. The position includes planning and executing audit fieldwork within budget and schedule, evaluating controls, coordinating remediation testing, guiding less experienced team members, supporting compliance and quality initiatives, preparing audit communications, and coordinating with external auditors, co-sourced partners, and regulators. This is a hybrid position with travel required, not to exceed 15%.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related area.
At least 5 years of progressive accounting or internal/external audit experience.
Good working knowledge of accounting and auditing standards, including GAAP, IIA, and SOX.
Extensive experience with SOX compliance and internal control testing.
Strong background in writing audit issues and presenting them to leadership.
Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
Proven ability to independently lead SOX controls testing programs and drive resolution of identified control deficiencies.
Ability to build relationships across the Company.
Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities while meeting budgets, goals, and deadlines.
High integrity and commitment to ethical practices.

Nice To Haves

CPA or CIA certification.
Experience with audit management software; system implementation experience is a plus.
Experience in publicly traded or complex, multi-entity organizations.
Data analytics skills, including use of tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities

Plan and execute internal audit fieldwork while meeting budget and audit plan timing.
Perform walkthroughs and evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of Company internal controls.
Complete workpapers in accordance with department policies and IIA Standards.
Assist in coordinating remediation testing, including validating corrective actions implemented in response to audit findings, control deficiencies, and other observations.
Partner with Management to strengthen controls and processes and drive continuous improvement.
Use technology and automation where appropriate to improve control efficiency and accuracy.
Provide guidance to less experienced audit team members.
Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, associate engagement, team connection, and well-being.
Assist in creating department policies and procedures in line with the Internal Audit Department Charter and IIA Standards.
Support development of an internal Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP) as needed.
Work collaboratively with other functions and suggest internal control improvements.
Pursue ongoing education and monitor compliance with internal policies, applicable laws, IIA Standards, and regulations.
Prepare clear, concise audit issue write-ups with actionable recommendations and root cause analysis, and present them to Management.
Collaborate with control owners to develop and communicate remediation plans.
Prepare ad hoc reporting and training as required.
Maintain communication among IA Management, Company Management, and internal and external audit teams.
Work with external auditors, co-sourced partners, and regulators as necessary.
Coordinate audit efforts to minimize duplication and leverage audit resources effectively.