Staff Auditor

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. • New Britain, CT

4d • $62,200 - $100,200 • Remote

About The Position

As a Staff Auditor, you’ll be part of our Internal Audit team working as a remote employee. You’ll get to execute internal audit engagements, including planning, scoping, fieldwork, and reporting phases. You will perform focused interviews to develop a risk-based audit work program. You will perform walkthroughs, testing and analytical tests in accordance with the audit program. You will draft and share with auditees the findings identified and work with them to obtain proper root causes and remediation plans. You will also participate on External Audit (EY) Direct Assist work including testing and inventory counts. Utilize strong knowledge of risk assessment, accounting, finance, or operational experience to identify control gaps and opportunities to gain process efficiency. Analyze and interpret data to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies that may indicate potential risks or control weaknesses. Prepare comprehensive audit reports, including findings, recommendations, and action plans to address identified issues. Collaborate with management and stakeholders to develop and implement corrective actions and process improvements. Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and provide guidance to ensure timely and effective resolution. Stay updated on industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and emerging risks to enhance the internal audit function. Demonstrate excellent organization, willingness to learn, and a love of travel to effectively perform audit engagements. Utilize effective communication skills to build relationships and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels. Add value to the business, have an impact on the bottom line, and participate in special projects. Work with a diverse team with varying backgrounds. Work on a team that has full support of senior management and the Audit Committee.

Requirements

• BS/BA in Accounting, Finance or Operational related field
• 2-5 years work experience in operations or internal audit/public accounting experience
• Proven experience in internal auditing, risk management, or related fields, preferably in a senior or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks, risk assessment methodologies, and auditing standards.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong attention to detail and effective organizational skills
• Effective interpersonal skills (work closely with management, auditees, external auditors, etc.) with strong verbal and written communication.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple assignments, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Domestic and international travel approximately 30%.

Nice To Haves

• CPA, CMA, or CIA preferred
• Manufacturing experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Execute internal audit engagements, including planning, scoping, fieldwork, and reporting phases.
• Perform focused interviews to develop a risk-based audit work program.
• Perform walkthroughs, testing and analytical tests in accordance with the audit program.
• Draft and share with auditees the findings identified and work with them to obtain proper root causes and remediation plans.
• Participate on External Audit (EY) Direct Assist work including testing and inventory counts.
• Utilize strong knowledge of risk assessment, accounting, finance, or operational experience to identify control gaps and opportunities to gain process efficiency.
• Analyze and interpret data to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies that may indicate potential risks or control weaknesses.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports, including findings, recommendations, and action plans to address identified issues.
• Collaborate with management and stakeholders to develop and implement corrective actions and process improvements.
• Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and provide guidance to ensure timely and effective resolution.
• Stay updated on industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and emerging risks to enhance the internal audit function.
• Demonstrate excellent organization, willingness to learn, and a love of travel to effectively perform audit engagements.
• Utilize effective communication skills to build relationships and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Add value to the business.
• Have an impact on the bottom line.
• Participate in special projects.
• Work with a diverse team with varying backgrounds.
• Work on a team that has full support of senior management and the Audit Committee.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.
• Competitive salary
• Wellness program
• Retirement benefits
• Paid vacation, holidays & personal days

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level