Internal Auditor

Job Description

Responsible for the execution of Financial & IT audits and other audit projects. These include assisting with project scoping and risk assessments, performing and documenting internal control walkthroughs, testing and evaluating entity-level, business process, and automated/IT controls, evaluating control deficiencies, and reporting on Internal Control effectiveness.

Major Responsibilities

•  Conduct financial and IT audits according to Internal Audit Plan. 
• Assist in the development of the scope, objectives, and work plan for all assigned audit engagements. 
• Document tests results and provide support for an informed, objective opinion of the risk exposure.
• Discuss findings and make valuable recommendations to improve Company business practices and policies to reduce risk and improve efficiency.   
• Monitor the status of control deficiences and recommendations and appraise the adequacy of follow-up actions taken.
• Partners with management to determine remediation steps and ensure corrective actions are completed timely.
• Works independently under general supervision with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment.
• Provides direct assistance to external auditors (performs work on behalf of external auditors and is supervised directly by external auditors).
• Assists with special projects and initiatives, as needed.
• Contribute to the development of audit process improvements, including the development of automated routines 

Required Experience

•  Minimum of two to four (2-4) years of recent experience in accounting and auditing
• IT professional auditing experience a plus 
• Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks with changing priorities and evolving issues
• Ability to identify risk exposures, risk prevention, and risk mitigating solutions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to self-review work product
• Big 4 or Tier 2 Public Accounting firm and/or manufacturing /shared service center experience is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.  
• Knowledge of data analytic tools a plus.
• Willing to work extended hours as may be required, including mornings and evenings.
• Professional accounting and/or auditing certification a plus (CA, CPA, CIA, CISA or equivalent)
• Resourceful and able to work out technical solutions
• Logical thinking, fast learner, good attitude, and good team player
• Ability to perform minimal travel
• Graduate of Bachelor’s/College Degree (Finance/Accountancy or equivalent)

Preferred Competencies

• Good business acumen (ability to understand the audit context)
• High level of written and oral communications skills
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills
• Works effectively in teams
• Results-oriented

Benefits

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

Dignified Workplace Commitment: Grace is committed to providing a dignified and inclusive work environment for all employees and welcomes and encourages diversity. This means that all employees are entitled to be treated in a respectful, professional, and inclusive manner, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or any other aspect of their identity.