Senior Auditor - Internal Controls

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SUMMARY

The Senior Auditor participates in and frequently serves as the team leader for a variety of projects which include internal audit reviews, vendor audits, process reviews, internal investigations, Sarbanes-Oxley compliance controls testing and other projects. The Senior Auditor is responsible for evaluating the design of controls and testing the operating effectiveness of controls during many of these projects. The Senior Auditor must have the ability to assess risks and assist in setting scope and objectives for projects. The Senior Auditor also assists in designing audit procedures to achieve project objectives. The Senior Auditor also documents the results of the work performed and prepares draft reports.

ACCOUNTING DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

May include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform planning, organizing, analyzing, testing, and reporting to management on the results of internal audit projects.
• Assisting in assessing business, compliance and control risks in the planning phase of projects and in developing risk-based project plans and procedures.
• Identifying opportunities for improvements in processes and internal controls and discussing improvement opportunities with process owners.
• Participating in and at times having a leading role in opening (kick-off) and closing meetings for projects.
• Developing audit work programs and preparing workpapers that support observations and document work performed.
• Performing data analysis using data analytics tools and artificial intelligence resources, evaluating results, and drawing conclusions on the results.
• Drafting written descriptions of issues that are clear and concise that can be included in project reports and in reports to the board of directors.
• Presenting findings to internal audit managers, the Chief Audit Executive, and process owners.
• Supporting external audit firm personnel performing the financial statement audit and subject matter specialist firm personnel performing consulting engagements.
• Performing assessments of the implementation of management action plans.
• Working independently with limited direction and guidance, and effectively coordinating project activities with other team members.
• Communicating effectively with management, team members, and other personnel throughout the organization.
• Demonstrating maturity, poise, self-confidence, and tact while working other employees in the company.
• Teaming and working collaboratively with other member of the internal audit function, internal audit management and other stakeholders on all assignments.

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Engineering or other related business degree required.
• Minimum combination of 4 years’ experience in internal audit or 3 years in public accounting or consulting.
• Professional certification (CISA, CIA, CPA, CFE, or equivalent) or demonstrated progress towards a professional certification is preferred.
• Knowledge of internal audit practices, and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance requirements and testing approaches is preferred.
• Knowledge of governance activities and control frameworks such as COSO is preferred.
• Experience performing data analytics leveraging data analytics tools (such as CaseWare IDEA) and leveraging artificial intelligence resources is preferred.
• Experience analyzing financial statement and managerial reporting data is preferred.
• Experience with business communication, such as opening and closing meetings, and conducting interviews is preferred.
• Experience working with SAP and JD Edwards is a plus.
• Chemicals or Manufacturing experience is beneficial.
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time (may include international travel).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate as normally based in an office. Some of the work may be required in the operating units which can require usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc. May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs and elevators. 30% travel including air travel or auto travel may occasionally be required.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

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