Sr Auditor, Internal Audit

Ball • Westminster, CO

8d • $85,900 - $119,890 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Auditor supports Ball’s Global Internal Audit department across its responsibilities, including global and divisional risk assessment, audit planning and scoping, audit execution, discussions of risks and controls with management, preparation of reports for senior management and the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors, and risk-related consulting engagements with plant, divisional, and corporate management. The role addresses strategic, operational, and financial risks and may support entities in the auditor’s home region or other regions where Ball operates.

The position evaluates business processes, systems, risks, and internal controls; assesses external financial reporting and regulatory compliance, including SOX; and communicates findings and management action plans. It also coordinates with external and co-sourced auditors, collaborates with multiple departments and levels of management, and contributes to internal knowledge sharing and team development.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of job-related experience.
• Broad training in a related field, typically acquired through college- or graduate-level education or work-related experience.
• Ability to understand complex processes and associated systems and tools, and identify and gather relevant data from ERP systems and other sources.
• Ability to work independently within management’s parameters and contribute in a team environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication, reading comprehension, and ability to follow complex verbal and written instructions.
• Knowledge of contemporary risk management and control techniques and frameworks.
• Knowledge of SOX compliance relating to control design and operational effectiveness.
• Strong planning, project management, and organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Experience with accounting and auditing practices.

Nice To Haves

• CPA, CIA, or another relevant professional qualification.
• Industry-related experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of internal auditing and accounting principles and practices.
• Familiarity with AI, data modeling, data analytics, and/or IT audit.
• Familiarity with common indicators of fraud.

Responsibilities

• Assess strategic, operational, IT, and financial risks; review related internal controls; and recommend improvements to process and control effectiveness and efficiency.
• Assess the accuracy of external financial reporting and compliance with governmental and regulatory requirements, including testing compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX).
• Conduct special projects assigned by management, the Audit Committee, or the Internal Audit Department; independently collect and analyze data, evaluate information and systems, and propose project management solutions.
• Lead or support the definition of audit objectives and scope through risk assessment, technical research, and discussions with operating management and audit team members.
• Lead development of detailed audit programs that address audit objectives and scope.
• Perform and document audit procedures, including process research, risk assessment, information gathering, and regular communication with operational management.
• Communicate audit results to management in a timely manner, including impact assessments and management action plans intended to improve efficiency and reduce risk, for distribution to executive and operating management and the Audit Committee.
• Coordinate with management to confirm that action plans addressing prior audit observations have been implemented.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships across the department, division, and company; manage multiple priorities and projects and time effectively.
• Interface with multiple departments and levels of management.
• Lead or support coordination of planning, execution, and reporting with external auditors on SOX testing and with co-sourced auditors on other audit and consulting projects.
• Lead or support internal knowledge sharing and training based on skills and experience gained through audit and consulting engagements.

Benefits

• Eligible to participate in the annual incentive compensation plan.
• Comprehensive benefits structure; details are available on Ball’s Total Rewards page.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed