Senior Internal Auditor

ID#: 10283 Compensation: $75 - 85K + bonus 10% SUMMARY The Senior Auditor conducts a broad spectrum of audits in our various business units, primarily in our North American operations. Interacts with management at all levels. As a member of the global internal audit team, gives assurance to the board of directors, audit and compliance committee, and business management. RESPONSIBILITIES - Manages audits as assigned Team Leader; works independently in planning and executing audits in close cooperation with the regional internal audit manager; coaches team members; and has primary responsibility for relationships with management during audit assignments, including reporting results and obtaining agreements. Coordinates all work activities by assignment members so they operate as an effective team. As a Team Member, on a rotational basis, supports the assigned Team Leader; conducts own work; and coaches other team members - Understands the business and processes subject to audit. Performs preparatory work for assignments; obtains information and data; considers other compliance activities, such as managements Sarbanes-Oxley financial reporting control documentation and tests; identifies business and control risks; and develops the audit team work program and schedule - Assesses adequacy of financial and operational internal controls for achieving business objectives; conducts interviews, data analysis, account and transaction tests; and process reviews. Documents work performed. Identifies root causes of control issues and proposes solutions - Maintains continuous communications with management, including presentations during and at the end of an assignment. Prepares reports of audit observations and recommendations, including reviewing and agreeing facts and action plans with responsible management. Reports are direct and add value  - May perform special projects and other duties, and provides input to audit practices, tools and administrative activities; maintains professional and business knowledge and skills - The ideal candidate quickly understands complex organizations and processes, evaluates business operations and accounting for risks, has good organizational and communication skills (verbal and written), proficiency in accounting and auditing, and is a team player - Reports to the Vice President of Internal Audit, North American Region QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelors degree, preferably in financial discipline; MBA a plus - CPA or CIA required - A minimum of 5 to 7 years broad experience with major firms, preferably includes 3 years of "big 4" financial auditing  - Travels up to 40%, primarily in USA, may also include international travel - Pharmaceutical experience and international experience a plus - Experience with SAP and ACL (data analysis) software is a plus

Stephen James Associates provides professional and managerial placement search services.

Stephen James offers both contingent search services for direct placement and interim search for consultants in a host of disciplines including Accounting & Finance, Banking, Human Resources, Marketing and Sales.

Recognizing the complexity and importance of finding candidates with specific skills and abilities, Stephen James Associates employs a hands-on recruiting approach to guarantee that they deliver the best candidates available.

Stephen James Associates is part of the Allegis Group, the world's largest privately held staffing company.

Allegis Group and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers.

Please refer to job code allegis-1987204 when responding to this ad.

Category:	Accounting/Banking/Finance/Insurance
	> Auditing
Location:	Paramus, NJ
County:	Bergen County
ZIP Code:	07652
Pay Rate:	Open
Job Terms:	full time
Company:	Allegis Group
Phone:	email only please
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