The Controls Assurance Auditor will support in the scoping, planning, creation and execution of testing of internal controls over financial reporting ("ICFR") based on the assessment approach to assess the design and operating effectiveness. In addition, this role will involve coordination of test schedule and procedures with the control owners and internal as well as external auditors, as needed. The Controls Assurance Auditor will conduct walkthrough meetings with control owners, execute the entire testing cycle through fieldwork and reporting of the assigned audit areas. The Auditor will perform the assigned test plan consistently with the guidance received and based on the feedback received by the manager during the engagement. The Auditor will also communicate the status and results of ICFR testing procedures to the control owners and will support the team in the communication to other various stakeholders including management and external auditors.
Additional responsibilities include:
Assist with overall scoping and planning procedures for the assessment cycle
Effectively contribute to process improvement initiatives across the organization
Support the development of the audit plan and testing approach
Execute test plans, procedures and processes of business areas' test programs against the testing standards
Create accurate, logical and detailed work papers clearly describing the work performed, results of testing and conclusions reached
Validate accuracy and alignment of relevant ICFR documentation (i.e.: control descriptions, risk/control matrices, mapping of controls to financial statement assertions, etc.)
Create, maintain and revise internal control documentation
Maintain a project plan, which ensures timely completion of ICFR testing in compliance with internal/external audit requirements and deadlines
Provide ongoing testing status updates to team
Support the management of Governance, Risk and Compliance ("GRC") system maintenance and usage
Coordinate test schedule and procedures with the external auditors and management
Identify and escalate risk exposures to appropriate levels of management
Prepare deficiency language for issues identified during testing procedures and effectively communicate to control owners
Work with the manager in formal written reports to management summarizing audit results
Execute special projects, as assigned
What You'll Learn:
Understand business processes from the initiation of activity through recording, the related controls and risks
Identify potential gaps in risks and controls within the control framework presenting potential exposure to management
Conduct with different levels of management including interviews to perform testing, learn business processes, provide status updates and deliver issues
Perform testing over multiple business processes
Writing skills to document processes and testing procedures
Document deficiency language and appropriately communicating the issues to control owners
Active participation to the team assigned to the audit
Present testing status and communicate issues noted
Assist in preparing reports and presentations to top management
Build relationships with the control owners
Work with other testing teams from different countries to ensure consistency in testing and process documentation
What This Role Will Prepare You For:
Roles (including manager roles) within Group Controls Assurance, Internal Controls and Financial Reporting, Corporate Finance and Corporate Accounting
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
3+ years of relevant work experience, preferably in consulting / audit companies (Big 4)
Experience with SOX and internal controls over financial reporting
Fluency in English
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, GRC technologies, and data analysis tools
Extensive experience working in a team-oriented and collaborative environment
Preferred Qualifications:
CPA, CA, CIA, CISA or other relevant local certifications
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including thorough work paper documentation techniques
Ability to interact with all levels of management and staff
Strong leadership, organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills
Able to plan scheduled audit work and carry out work of a complex nature
Knowledge of further languages (French, Italian, German, Spanish or Portuguese) in addition to the native one is an advantage
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled.
