Description:
In this role, you will primarily be executing the testing of the Companies SOX 404 financial controls, with opportunities to support other operational, financial and IT audits as necessary. You will utilize the audit work program and lead the development of audit risk assessments, audit planning and audit programs. You will also be responsible for developing and communicating audit report findings and recommendations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Testing annual Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 controls for compliance.
- Be the subject matter expert, perform individually or in a team, all phases of audits including planning, fieldwork, reporting results and performing subsequent follow-up procedures.
- Assess exposure resulting from ineffective internal controls and provide recommendations to address identified control deficiencies.
- Develop audit report findings.
- Provide direction to staff auditor as requested by audit management and be a mentor to junior members of the team
- Perform separate audit projects individually.
- Work cross-functionally with other members of the company (Commercial, Supply Chain, etc.) and develop relationships.
- Lead third party resources in defined projects in conjunction with audit management.
- Participate in other audits and projects (ESG, Cyber Security, Enterprise Risk Management, etc.) as assigned
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience
- 3-5 years of experience with a minimum of 3 years of progressive audit experience in Big 4, Regional CPA firm or manufacturing industry
- CPA, ACCA or CIA certificate is required or being actively pursued.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Experience with global, manufacturing and/or Life Science medical device companies is preferred
- Ability to leverage technology to improve results
- SAP ERP experience is a plus
- Strong understanding of accounting, finance and auditing areas and concepts with proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel and Powerpoint
- Excellent written, oral, and presenting skills; active listening, critical thinking, interpersonal skills, fact finder skills
- Ability to work in a complex, dynamic, and fast-paced environment with strong inherent time management and project execution skills.