Sr. Auditor

Portfolio Business : Corporate

J.M. Huber Corporation is one of the largest privately held, family-owned companies in the United States. Established in 1883, we are a diversified, global supplier of specialty and commodity chemicals, hydrocolloid solutions, engineered wood products and natural resources to customers spanning a wide variety of industries. With approximately $3 billion in sales and 4,000 employees worldwide, we have a material presence in more than 20 countries.

Position Summary

Internal Audit is an integral and valued part of the J.M. Huber, and the Senior Auditor position plays a key role in fostering integrity, transparency, and continuous improvement throughout our organization​. All members of organization are expected to be guided in all business decisions and behaviors by the Huber Principles.

The Senior Auditor role offers exposure to diverse business areas and global operations as well as unique opportunities for professional growth and development. Key responsibilities include documenting and evaluating internal controls, preparing workpapers and draft reports, and identifying process improvements during risk-based audit engagements. Beyond technical audit proficiency, successful Senior Auditors will possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a strong sense of initiative, and consistent attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Propose and execute audit tests to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of controls in place to ensure that:
  • Critical financial and management information and data is complete, accurate and reliable.
  • Business practices are compliant with company policies, accounting standards and applicable laws and regulations.
  • Best practice, efficiency improvement, and earnings enhancement opportunities are employed.
• Participate in audits spanning an extensive array of processes, systems, and practices while exhibiting key skills in project management, critical thinking, and verbal and written communications.
• Conduct assigned audit project components, including, but not limited to:
  • Documenting or reviewing process workflows and controls defined by conducting management and employee interviews.
  • Defining key controls or missing controls worthy of testing.
  • Facilitating documentation requests and follow-up ensuring appropriate audit evidence is obtained
  • Designing and executing tests of operational effectiveness of key controls using a selection of methodologies.
  • Documenting test results in accordance with the Internal Audit Department’s practices and standards.
• Make recommendations to business leaders on how to enhance processes and internal controls, identifying opportunities for heightened performance.
• Use and develop critical tools like risk assessments, audit programs, and testing procedures so you and our team can identify risk, reach conclusions, and explore solutions.
• Build effective business relationships through exposure to varied stakeholders and areas of the business.

Education & Certifications

Required:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or closely related field.
• CPA or CIA, or a demonstrated commitment and capability to obtain one of these certifications within the next 18 months.

Preferred:

• Advanced degree and/or additional relevant professional certifications such CFE.

Experience

Required:

• Demonstrated ability to:
  • Effectively influence change in a complex environment with multiple stakeholders.
  • Successfully manage workload and deliverables for multiple concurrent initiatives.
  • Commit to and consistently achieve timelines for tasks and deliverables.
  • Receive and implement constructive feedback from supervisors.
  • Proactively establish and maintain a strong professional network.
  • A proven history of uncompromising integrity and ethical behavior.

Preferred:

• External or internal audit experience a significant plus.
• Working knowledge of Oracle ERP.
• International business operations and/or manufacturing sector experience.
• Data analytics experience, particularly with the PowerBI analytics tool.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 2-4 years project level work experience, preferably with 2 years in an audit function.
• Proficiency with MS Office suite of products, including Excel, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong sense of initiative and the capability to work in an independent, self-directed manner.
• Consistent attention to detail.
• Fundamental project management skills such as planning, scheduling, and time management.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.

Our employees are our strongest asset, and their safety, health, and well-being is our highest priority. We respect the individual by providing opportunities for professional and personal development. Our Principles drive us to create an inclusive workplace where employees share core values, show dignity and respect toward others, and work hard to achieve their best performance.

J.M. Huber Corporation is an EEO employer. Pre-employment drug screening is required