SPECIALIST AUDITOR

About the position

We are seeking an Internal Auditor with experience in Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance. The successful candidate will support internal audit engagements, focusing on evaluating internal controls, ensuring compliance with SOX requirements, and identifying opportunities for improvement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments to identify potential risks and evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls.
• Support the identification of control gaps and propose recommendations for remediation.
• Work closely with business process owners to gather information, understand workflows, and support the Compliance Hub in implementing corrective actions where necessary.
• Perform audits as per the internal audit plan, ensuring alignment with audit methodology and documenting findings with clear recommendations for improvement.
• Conduct independent performance of walkthroughs, controls testing, and documentation in alignment with regulatory standards and organizational policies.
• Prepare and present audit findings and insights to management in a concise and professional manner, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Collaborate with control owners to monitor and document changes to controls and ensure they remain aligned with business and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to various audit and SOX-related projects, supporting project timelines and objectives while maintaining high-quality deliverables.
• Identify opportunities to enhance internal controls and optimize processes through standardization, automation, or other improvements.

Requirements

• Familiarity with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements, such as Sections 302 and 404, and understanding of internal control frameworks such as COSO.
• Strong ability to analyze control effectiveness, identify deficiencies, and support practical remediation.
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication abilities to present findings and collaborate with stakeholders.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment, collaborating effectively with colleagues and business partners.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and experience with audit tools or SOX compliance systems is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and recommend process improvements that enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Nice-to-haves

• Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA or CA are preferred but not mandatory.
• Experience with publicly traded companies or public accounting is a plus.