Internal Audit, Senior Associate

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Internal Audit, Senior Associate is part of the North America Internal Audit team, to ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements, identify and mitigate risks, strengthen internal controls, and improve business processes.  This position also serves as a resource and advisor on process and control related matters. Excellent critical thinking, leadership and communication skills, and the ability to effectively and persuasively collaborate with all business and process areas are key components of this role.

 

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH

• Ensure compliance with Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) regulations, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Act, and other relevant legal requirements
• Lead walkthroughs with control owners and document end-to-end processes and controls 
• Perform testing of key controls and evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls as part of the Company’s SOX 404 program 
• Assist control owners in understanding how to successfully document and retain evidence of Information Used in Control (IUC) / Information Produced by Entity (IPE)
• Understand Segregation of Duties and support in risk identification, monitoring, mitigation, and remediation
• Analyze SOC 1 (System and Organizational Controls 1) Reports to assess the service organizations internal controls over financial reporting and ability to meet control objectives 
• Identify and communicate SOX control deficiencies and recommend practical solutions to address identified risks and improve process and control efficiency
• Participate in risk assessments to identify key areas of audit focus and assist in developing internal audit plans accordingly
• Assist with the planning and execution of risk based audit and advisory projects, including designing audit procedures, performing data analysis, and conducting interviews with key personnel
• Assist in preparing internal audit and advisory findings and recommendations while collaborating with management to develop action plans to address audit findings
• Monitor and report on the status of action plans agreed by management, and assist in preparing periodic reports on the status of internal audit activities, results, and progress against the annual audit plan.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors

 

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Education:  Bachelor’s Degree

Additional Education Preferred: Master's Degree

Field of Study Preferred: Accounting, Corporate Governance, Business Administration, or related field 

Required Work Experience: 4 plus years of experience working in an assurance function (Audit, Internal Control, SOX Compliance) of a publicly-traded manufacturing company and/or public accounting firm 

Required Training/Certifications:  Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) 

Required Computer and Software Skills:  

• Audit Management Software: Proficiency using TeamMate (preferred), AuditBoard, or Workiva
• Data Analytics Tools: Experience with data analysis and visualization tools such as MS Power BI, Tableau, QlikView
• ERP Systems:  Familiarity with SAP and Microsoft Dynamics
• General Office Tools: Advanced Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace products for analyses, documentation, reporting, presentations, and communication.

Travel Requirements:  15-30% (primarily U.S. and Canada; other international possible)

 

Additional Requirements:

• Extensive, in-depth knowledge of SOX, internal controls, financial reporting, and risk management processes
• Strong analytical and critical thinking mindset, with the ability to understand complex business processes and systems, and identify and assess risks and controls
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including proficiency in presenting complex information to various stakeholders and influencing positive change and action.
• High level of integrity and professional ethics
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Subject to applicable law, employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests

 

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary 
• Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance  
• Holistic Health & Well-being programs