Internal Audit Consultant

General Responsibilities:

• As a service to management and the Board of Directors, Internal Audit acts as an independent appraisal function designed to ensure the achievement of business objectives, financial reporting integrity and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Internal Audit is primarily responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of financial, operational and IT internal controls at manufacturing and corporate locations throughout the world. The team determines whether organizational units in the company are performing their planning, accounting, custodial or control activities in compliance with management instructions, applicable policy and procedures, and in a manner consistent with good business practices.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Evaluate the Company's operational, financial and IT risks and assist with the development of audit risk assessments, audit plan and audit programs.
• Lead and 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 controls and provide recommendations to address identified control deficiencies.
• Assist external auditors in financial control testing to support the annual examination of the Company's financial records.
• Participate in special audit projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree required; Accounting or Finance preferred.
• Entry level candidates will be considered with up to 2 - 4 years general accounting/audit experience.
• Experience with using an AS/400 or equivalent system preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrate a good knowledge of GAAP and related financial reporting requirements.
• Willingness to embrace change and show flexibility in assignments and the work environment.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Strong communication skills/report-writing skills and ability to interact with business owners and senior level management.
• Must possess effective project management skills with ability to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability for domestic and international travel up to 25%.