Senior Internal Auditor

Hayward Holdings, Inc.•Charlotte, NC

10d

About The Position

Hayward Holdings Inc. is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to join their team. This role reports to the Director Internal Audit and is responsible for executing the internal audit program according to the Hayward's Internal Audit Plan. The position will support risk-based auditing, conduct annual business risk assessments, participate in the pre-implementation of a new ERP system, and contribute to the continuous development of a value-adding internal audit function. The Senior Internal Auditor will plan and perform Operational and SOX audits, identify strategies to improve audit efficiency, prepare and present audit reports, and may lead complex audits. The role requires strong project management, time management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and with varying levels of management. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and business/audit-related software, including Power BI for data analysis, is essential. The role also involves staying updated on industry regulations and best practices in internal auditing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or related field required.
Five or more years Accounting or Audit Experience required.
Advanced Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills.
Ability to work independently or in a team environment, assume either a lead or team member role, as assignment requires.
High ethical standards with ability to handle confidential / sensitive issues and information with the highest degree of professional responsibility.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or master’s in business administration (MBA) , CISA.
Supervisory experience.
Experience with Microsoft Office, Audit Board, and/or other automated workpapers.
Manufacturing and distribution industry experience preferred.
Prior pool equipment manufacturing industry experience is a plus.
Knowledge of AI use in audits is a plus.
Knowledge of the Global Internal Audit Standards and International Professional Practices Framework.
Attention to detail and accuracy with the ability to work with large data sets.
High energy, initiative-taker, possessing a hands-on work ethic.
Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment with multiple concurrent priorities.
Intellectual curiosity, ability to learn quickly, continuous learner, continues professional and technical learning.
Strong people skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization.
Knowledge of other business intelligence tools such as Power BI is a plus.
Knowledge of the use of data analytics to support risk assessment and audit engagements is a plus.
Ability to travel as required.

Responsibilities

Plan and perform Operational and SOX audits and prepare audit reports in accordance with the Global Internal Audit Standards, Hayward’s Internal Audit Charter, and Internal Audit department policies and SOPs.
Identify and recommend strategies to improve SOX and audit efficiency through best practices, improving documentation, automation, standardization, and streamlining of activities.
Prepare and present audit reports to stakeholders.
Assist other Auditors as appropriate and necessary to execute assigned projects.
May be responsible for more complex audits (act as lead on a multi-entity audit requiring coordination of several other auditors, implement a new audit with no available history or background, responsible for high visibility/high priority audits, etc.).
Participate in personnel development training and performance evaluation programs.
Provide feedback to staff auditors or to the director for inclusion in staff performance or project evaluation.
Consider multiple approaches and develop solutions to problems.
Demonstrate project management and time management skills.
Address difficult and sensitive issues in a timely and effective manner.
May also have a higher volume of audits.
Participate in pre-implementation of the new ERP and other projects, including identification and design of relevant business processes and controls to automate.
Utilize advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other business and audit-related software to conduct internal audit work as well as the extraction of relevant business data and its analysis using Power BI.
Monitor changes in the pool equipment manufacturing industry and be able to understand the impact to own work.
Stay updated with the latest industry regulations and best practices in internal auditing.
Other responsibilities as identified.
Execute audit strategy for the sound application of risk-based auditing by defining audit scope and audit programs, and leverages automation and innovative methods in a timely and high-quality manner.
Interact appropriately with all levels of personnel, building good working relationships, and establishing a network of organizational contacts.
Collaborate with external auditors during financial statement, statutory audits, and regulatory compliance assessments.