Staff Auditor (8211)

Direct Hire
United States

Staff Auditor (8211)

Position Summary: The Staff Auditor plays a key role in conducting a variety of internal audits, including Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) internal control audits and financial statement audits to ensure compliance with US GAAP and internal policies. This position also supports advisory audits in areas such as operations, environmental health and safety (EH&S), government contracting, anti-bribery compliance, export controls, and fraud prevention. The role may involve participating in special projects that support the improvement of audit methodology, tools, and overall audit quality.
 
Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist in planning audit programs, including analysis of financial statements and review of prior audit reports and internal operational data.
  • Participate in all phases of the audit process: opening meetings, status updates, fieldwork, and closing presentations.
  • Execute detailed audit test programs and maintain high-quality audit documentation.
  • Develop and implement data analytics and automated audit procedures.
  • Identify and communicate audit issues and concerns to the lead auditor.
  • Conduct interviews with personnel to gain understanding of processes and gather supporting documentation.
  • Draft audit findings and assist with the preparation of audit reports.
  • Input audit-related data into governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) platforms.
  • Support special audit-related projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Foster professional relationships with employees across various departments.
  • Travel up to 20% annually, which may include domestic and international destinations.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
  • 1–2 years of relevant professional experience; prior public accounting or internal audit experience is a plus.
  • Industry knowledge in manufacturing or technology sectors preferred.
  • Professional certifications or advanced education (CPA, MBA, or equivalent) preferred.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
  • Solid understanding of internal control structures and SOX compliance.
  • Familiarity with data analytics and automation tools is a plus.
  • Ability to analyze business processes and recommend improvements.
  • High level of professional integrity and objectivity.
  • Strong team player with the ability to work independently when needed.
  • Adaptability to meet deadlines and collaborate across multiple time zones.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Multilingual abilities (e.g., Spanish, German, Japanese, Chinese) are a plus.
  • Experience with tools such as AuditBoard and Blackline preferred.

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