Sr Internal Auditor

Requisition ID: 24356

Grace, a Standard Industries company, is a leading global supplier of catalysts, engineered materials and fine chemicals. We provide innovative products, technologies and services which our customers use to manufacture everyday products like renewable fuels, pharmaceuticals, toothpaste, cosmetics, food packaging, beer, edible oils and more. Our thousands of employees help shape a better future at our global headquarters in Columbia, MD and locations worldwide.

Job Description

Grace is seeking a Sr Internal Auditor to join our Internal Audit team! This role reports to Manager, Internal Audit located in Manila, Philippines.

Responsible for leading the testing of IT General Controls (ITGC). The role also supports financial controls testing and provides Direct Assistance to the external auditors. It involves conducting risk assessments, performing process walkthroughs, and executing testing procedures for both ITGC and financial controls. The role requires strong analytical capabilities and ability to provide valuable insights into IT and financial risks and controls. Additionally, the role supports audit engagements as assigned by the Internal Audit Manager and as directed by the VP, Corporate Controller.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute ITGC and financial controls testing, ensuring compliance with the establish standards and regulations.
• Conduct process walkthroughs, identify potential risks, and recommend practical solutions to mitigate IT and financial risks.
• Prepares and organizes audit working papers for assigned audit procedures and gather evidence to support audit observations and conclusions. Document tests results in the Internal Audit software (AuditBoard Tool).
• Discuss findings and recommendations with appropriate action owners and/or department leaders. Follow up recommended action items, as necessary.
• Provide valuable insights and value adding solutions through audit recommendations, based on the results of the review and audit, including identification of areas for opportunities in the process.
• Lead and/or participate in the adhoc or other audit projects and continuous monitoring audits and provides suggestions to improve testing procedures and financial procedures.
• Works independently under general supervision with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment.
• Lead internal audit team as required ensuring the team members are adequately briefed so that quality audit service is maintained and that effective working relationships are sustained both within the team and the internal audit stakeholders.
• Provides direct assistance to external auditors (performs work on behalf of external auditors and is supervised directly by external auditors).
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of Bachelor’s/College Degree (Finance/Accountancy or equivalent)
• Minimum of two to four (2-4) years of recent experience in IT and financial audit
• Knowledge of and skill in applying internal auditing and accounting principles and practices and management principles and business practices
• Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks with changing priorities and evolving issues.
• Problem solving and decision-making skills to identify and address issues in order to mitigate risks.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to self-review work product.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of data analytics concepts.
• Understanding the principles of the SOC reports.
• Ability to perform minimal travel.
• Willing to work extended hours as may be required, including mornings and evenings.
• Professional accounting and/or auditing certification a plus (CPA, CIA, CISA or equivalent)
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Big 4 or Tier 2 Public Accounting firm and/or manufacturing /shared service center experience is a plus.
• Experience in SAP is a plus
  
  

Benefits

• Guaranteed 14th month Pay
• Above-market Retirement Plan Design
• LinkedIn Learning Access
• Established Performance Incentive Program
• HMO coverage for employees on day 1
• Free HMO coverage for up to 3 qualified dependents
• Educational Assistance
  
  

Grace is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Grace via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Grace. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Grace as a result of the referral or through other means.

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