Senior Internal Auditor

JBT Marel•Chicago, IL

About The Position

The Senior is primarily responsible for leading the planning, coordination, execution and completion of internal audits and Sarbanes-Oxley 404 requirements. Additional responsibilities will include assisting in the completion of appropriate risk assessments to establish the annual internal audit plan, preparing internal audit reports for review by the Internal Audit Manager, performing special projects and ad hoc assignments. Work independently under general supervision with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment is required. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal are also required to effectively communicate audit issues to management. Technical auditing and accounting skills and excellent knowledge of GAAP is required. The Senior must be detail oriented, able to coordinate multiple projects, meet deadlines, effectively supervise audit staff and be able to work in international operations. The position may require up to 30% travel.

Requirements

An undergraduate degree in accounting.
3+ years of relevant accounting/auditing experience; public accounting and/or internal auditing at a manufacturing company is preferred.
Ability and interest in professional development, learning new concepts and gaining new experiences.
Considerable knowledge of and skill in applying internal auditing, GAAP and accounting principles and practices.
Effectively supervise and motivate engagement team members and effectively engage with all levels of management.
Manage multiple field audit assignments and/or special projects and to meet deadlines.
Strong English skills, both written and verbal.
Considerable skill in effective verbal and written communications, including active listening skills and skill in presenting findings and recommendations.
Readiness to accept additional responsibilities, as well as willingness to try new ideas and methodologies.
Proficiency in personal computer skills including Microsoft WORD, EXCEL and PowerPoint.
Travel up to 30% of the time, including international assignments.

Nice To Haves

CPA/ ACPA / ACCA / CIA/ CFE certification is preferred.
CIA and/or CISA are a plus.
Experience with data analytics and use of tools such as Tableau and/ or Microsoft Bi preferred.

Responsibilities

Identify and evaluate risk areas and provide key input to the development of the Audit Plan.
Lead and perform audit procedures, including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing, and analyzing evidence, and documenting processes and procedures.
Coordinate and execute the financial, Sarbanes-Oxley and information technology-based audit engagements.
Keep assigned Internal Audit Manager informed on all audit issues encountered and their resolution.
Review work papers on a timely basis ensuring quality, completeness, etc.
Leads effort to maintain and enhance the internal audit programs and policies as necessary.
Develop new audit programs as situations dictate.
Prepare internal audit reports for review by the Internal Audit Manager.
Ensure issues are clearly described and recommendations are sound and in accordance with Company policies and standards.
Provide or assist in providing training, coaching and guidance to Internal Audit seniors and staff in conducting audits and other audit-related issues.