34207 | Senior Internal Controls Analyst
Deerfield, Illinois
Direct Hire
Added - 05/26/23
Audit
Role – Senior Internal Controls Analyst
Hybrid (3 days a week on-site, half day Fridays)
Job Summary:
The Senior Internal Controls Analyst assists in supporting the Manager, Internal Controls and Compliance with executing the Corporate-wide Internal Controls Compliance Program in accordance with the 2013 COSO framework, the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Act of 2002 and professional and departmental standards. This position will also assist with the planning, execution and reporting of Operational Compliance Audits.
Job Description
Performs SOX compliance audits including evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of key controls in various business cycles including, but not limited to General Accounting, Cost Accounting, Financial Reporting, Benefits, Payroll, Inventory, Derivatives, Tax, Treasury, Revenue, Fixed Assets, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Lease, Master Data and Intercompany.
Assists in the SOX scoping and risk assessment process in compliance with the COSO 2013 framework in coordination with external auditors and management.
Plans, coordinates and executes audit test work, performs interviews, maintain detailed documentation of audit workpapers within the Internal Audit software tool while completing audit reports per professional and department standards.
Reviews the relevance, reliability and integrity of financial reporting and operating information as well as the completeness and accuracy of reports used in the operation of the control.
Evaluates test results through identifying systems, root causes, problems and identification of potential mitigating controls to evaluate the severity of findings and makes recommendations for changes as appropriate.
Assists in the development of various training documentation for Internal Auditors and business stakeholders as appropriate.
Assist Internal Audit staff or co-sourced resources with technical skills related to SOX and other related compliance testing and identify staff development needs.
Assists the Manager, Internal Controls and Compliance in ensuring that company, subsidiaries, and reporting units adhere to proper internal control practices including compliance with COSO guidelines and policies and procedures.
Performs ad hoc appraisals, inspections, investigations, examinations or other internal audit compliance related audits or projects as assigned by management.
Advise management personnel through periodically reviewing and testing controls to ensure the internal controls are properly in place to monitor business processes as they are developed or changed.
Assists in preparing written documents for auditees that summarize the findings of each audit. Assists in the development of action plans that will address each audit finding.
Continually seek greater understanding of business processes, related risks and identify gaps between the risks and the controls within the process and advise business partners as required.
Coordinates with external auditors to communicate our testing approach for key controls, and communicate compliance test results to maximize their reliance on Internal Audit’s work.
Assist the Data Analytics (DA) team in Continuous Controls Auditing of high risk processes by performing follow-up and/or investigation of unusual patterns or trends identified through DA procedures.
Position Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance, or the equivalent in the required field.
Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in internal audit, public accounting, or equivalent experience in SOX compliance programs.
Certification required; SOX related or CPA/CIA preferred; MBA or master’s degree in the field desirable.
Demonstrated critical thinking skills; professional and ethical demeanor at all times.
Excellent communication and people skills, both verbal and written, with personnel at all levels of the organization.
Strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple tasks and projects, demonstrated prioritization and decision making skills.
Knowledge and proficiency in Data Analytics is highly desirable.
Knowledge of SAP is a plus.
Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive or confidential information and knowledge of IIA Standards and 2013 COSO Framework.
Reasonable proficiency with PC and related software.
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34045 | Internal Audit Manager
Lake Forest, Illinois
Direct Hire
Added - 05/26/23
Audit
Role – Internal Audit Manager
*Hybrid – mostly remote, must be local for certain events, etc*
Position Summary:
The Internal Audit Manager will play a key role in the development and execution of a risk-based audit plan and will lead the implementation of various Internal Audit Department initiatives. The Audit Manager is responsible for supporting the Internal Audit team in the execution of a risk-based audit plan, including assurance and advisory services, development of staff, and building relationships across the organization. Additionally, the Internal Audit Manager is responsible for overseeing financial, operational, SOX 404 audits, and special projects.
PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Manages and executes multiple audit projects at the corporate offices, paper mills and box plants, including scoping, planning, executing audit procedures, reviewing work papers, and effectively communicating results.
Facilitates risk assessments with management, evaluates existing processes, reviews alignment with COSO and other frameworks, and compliance with relevant regulatory requirements.
Manages the oversight of large and complex projects. Identifies opportunities to improve controls and communicate effectively to appropriate stakeholders and management.
Ensures audits are properly staffed based on established priorities and deadlines.
Continuously assesses and performs quality reviews over control documentation to ensure conformance with departmental standards.
Ensures well written communications are documented, including the audit report, memos, and other working papers that document the scope, procedures performed, findings, recommendations, corrective actions, and conclusions.
Prepares presentations and deliverables on various audit areas for Financial Webcasts or Audit Committee communications.
Communicates the progress of audits with Internal Audit management on a timely basis. Based on changes or new information arising in the audit process, collaborates with Internal Audit management team to adjust audit programs to address these changes with agility
Partners with functional business partners and the external audit team to analyze and evaluate control deficiencies, remediation plans and the impact to the financial statements.
Maintain and manage communication with the external audit team, including alignment of scope, timing, and observations.
Identifies opportunities to increase external audit team’s reliance on internal audit work, improve efficiency and reduce risk.
Demonstrates strong critical thinking and intuitive problem-solving approach, approaches obstacles and challenges with the solution in mind.
Understand skillsets and capabilities of team members and monitors and review work products that they prepare and report on performance while articulating coaching notes throughout the process.
Assist with department management activities including hiring, training, coaching, and taking corrective actions to address performance issues.
Exemplifies exceptional leadership, teamwork, and agility to provide supervision, mentorship, guidance, and training for co-sourced contractors, internal staff auditors, and direct reports.
Requires excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrates professionalism and courtesy in all stakeholder interactions.
This position may require travel to various locations within the United States, 20-25% annually.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, information systems, general business, or acceptable equivalent
5+ years of audit, finance, accounting experience or equivalent
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
CPA, CIA, CFE license/certification
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32205 | Senior Auditor (Hybrid Seattle WA)
Miami, Florida
Direct Hire
Added - 05/25/23
Audit
Senior Auditor (Hybrid Seattle WA)
A growing, dynamic organization is seeking a strong Senior Auditor RAAS to join its corporate accounting team. The Senior Auditor will be responsible for performing end to end reviews of key business processes and controls in order to provide an independent assessment of their design and effectiveness. Further, they will leverage best practice to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of operations.
Responsibilities:
Within the scope of assigned operational/financial projects, the below responsibilities should be performed with minimal guidance:
Develop the planning and scoping for simple to moderately complex reviews to ensure appropriate audit coverage.
Perform walkthroughs to develop understanding of processes & controls, identify areas of risk and develop tests accordingly.
Perform testing, data analysis and benchmarking, as appropriate, to assess controls.
Identify issues/opportunities to improve operations and the related root cause and impact.
Conclude on the adequacy of management’s processes and internal controls to mitigate risk.
Prepare reporting to communicate audit results.
Lead meetings and present to management on issue/opportunities identified.
Partner with management to develop appropriate action plans.
Effectively manage project progress and status, including budget/milestone tracking and reporting.
Follow up and report on the implementation status of management’s action plans.
Adhere to the RAAS departmental policies and procedures, including ensuring consistency and completeness of working paper documentation and compliance with IIA Standards.
Assist in the Sarbanes-Oxley 404 compliance program by performing testing of the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting.
Support the data driven assurance program by reviewing results and using judgment to determine potential control breakdowns and opportunities for continuous improvement.
Assist with internal forensic investigations as assigned.
Develop an effective working relationship with management to ensure RAAS is viewed as a partner for managing risk.
Undertake relevant training, networking and studies as required to ensure continuing professional development.
Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s degree is required, ideally in Accounting or Business.
Professional certification, such as CPA or CIA is preferred (or in progress).
Requires a minimum of 3 to 5 years’ relevant experience with a Big 4, management consulting firm or large/complex internal audit department (excluding internship).
Travel of 10% - 20% may be required based on assigned audits, domestic or international.
Candidates in the vicinity of Seattle WA only.
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32653 | Senior Auditor (Hybrid Los Angeles CA)
Miami, Florida
Direct Hire
Added - 05/25/23
Audit
Senior Auditor Los Angeles CA (Hybrid)
A growing, dynamic organization is seeking a strong Senior Auditor RAAS to join its audit team. The Senior Auditor will be responsible for performing end to end reviews of key business processes and controls in order to provide an independent assessment of their design and effectiveness. Further, they will leverage best practice to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of operations.
Responsibilities:
Within the scope of assigned operational/financial projects, the below responsibilities should be performed with minimal guidance:
Develop the planning and scoping for simple to moderately complex reviews to ensure appropriate audit coverage.
Perform walkthroughs to develop understanding of processes & controls, identify areas of risk and develop tests accordingly.
Perform testing, data analysis and benchmarking, as appropriate, to assess controls.
Identify issues/opportunities to improve operations and the related root cause and impact.
Conclude on the adequacy of management’s processes and internal controls to mitigate risk.
Prepare reporting to communicate audit results.
Lead meetings and present to management on issue/opportunities identified.
Partner with management to develop appropriate action plans.
Effectively manage project progress and status, including budget/milestone tracking and reporting.
Follow up and report on the implementation status of management’s action plans.
Adhere to the RAAS departmental policies and procedures, including ensuring consistency and completeness of working paper documentation and compliance with IIA Standards.
Assist in the Sarbanes-Oxley 404 compliance program by performing testing of the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting.
Support the data driven assurance program by reviewing results and using judgment to determine potential control breakdowns and opportunities for continuous improvement.
Assist with internal forensic investigations as assigned.
Develop an effective working relationship with management to ensure RAAS is viewed as a partner for managing risk.
Undertake relevant training, networking and studies as required to ensure continuing professional development.
Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s degree is required, ideally in Accounting or Business.
Professional certification, such as CPA or CIA is preferred (or in progress).
Requires a minimum of 3 to 5 years’ relevant experience with a Big 4, management consulting firm or large/complex internal audit department (excluding internship).
Travel of 10% - 20% may be required based on assigned audits, domestic or international.
Candidates in the vicinity of Los Angeles CA only.
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30181 | Internal Audit Consultant
Oak Brook, Illinois
Contract
Added - 03/15/23
Audit
Brilliant® is an award-winning direct-hire, contract and consulting practice specializing in accounting, finance, technology and business solutions for the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. labor markets.
Job Description
Our client, a large global conglomerate is seeking an Internal Auditor/SOX consultant for a long-term project.
The Lead Auditor will be responsible for planning and executing financial, operational, SOX, and technology audits and reviews.
Primary Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
Leads the identification and evaluation of the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls.
Plans and establishes clear goals and objectives for the financial, operational, and technology audit in the Americas
Performs moderate to complex audit testing to determine the design and operating effectiveness of the key controls identified
Identifies and documents issues arising from the audit work and presents findings to senior management.
Offers suggestions to continuously improvement the department's position, people and processes to be leading practices within the audit industry.
Examines key financial processes and business risks and tests controls in place to mitigate risks
Assist in development and drafting of policies and guidelines for the global Internal Audit group
Qualifications
B.A. degree in Accounting, CPA or CIA required
5-7 years of progressive Audit experience
Strong presentation and communication skills to interact with executives
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31937 | Senior Internal Auditor (Hybrid)
Miami, Florida
Direct Hire
Added - 03/08/23
Audit
Responsibilities:
Draft and present reports of findings and recommendations
Ensure audits are completed within expected timeframes set with internal and external stakeholders
Oversee issue remediation performed by management
Manage monthly forensic analysis procedures
Perform other audit, risk, and compliance activities as necessary
Liaise with our internal audit co-source partner as necessary
Attend meetings, assist with process enhancements, and control remediation
Manage quarterly SOX 404 and 302 certification process
Liaise with external audit as necessary
Perform audit administrative activities in AuditBoard
Manage budget activities for the department
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, information systems/technology or a related major field of study required
3-5 years audit experience/corporate accounting (public accounting firm or in an internal audit is a plus)
CPA, CIA or CISA preferred but required to move up in company
English required, other languages a plus
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Experience with SAP and AuditBoard is a plus
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