Senior Internal Auditor

Job Summary

Responsible for planning, organizing and executing on multiple audit projects including process, operational and financial reviews. Responsible for identifying process improvement opportunities and facilitating change cross functionally. Responsible for supporting internal audit department management throughout all work phases of projects and preparation and delivery of reporting for key business customers.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Works directly with Audit Manager, directors, and business leadership to gain understanding of the business and relevant processes; identifies business strategies and objectives; performs strategic risk assessments; identifies key business risks; communicates and reports results to applicable business customers and senior management team.
• Plans and performs operational branch audits based on performance indicators.
• Contributes in all aspects of SOX compliance and certification process including risk-based scoping, updating process and controls documentation, and testing of controls.
• Partners with management to identify and remediate internal control weaknesses and process deficiencies identified through audit field work.
• Demonstrates ability to identify and research significant accounting, auditing and internal control issues during an audit and propose alternatives or solutions to reach an acceptable resolution on the matter.
• Assists with the completion of all phases of the audit process including risk assessment, establishing objectives and the scope of work, creating the work program, planning and execution of fieldwork, and preparation and/or review of audit work papers and audit reports.
• Prepares comprehensive audit reports detailing the results of the audit with a focus on providing insightful and value-added recommendations to all stakeholders. Facilitates the use of best practices where appropriate. Focuses on continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for creating efficiencies in the planning, execution and reporting of internal audits.
• Assists in the evaluation of finance processes and controls impacted from system implementation or changes to existing IT control structure and security including segregation of duties.
• Interacts with various levels of management in obtaining information, presenting observations, reviewing recommendations and discussing audit reports. Builds and maintains influential working relationships with management, peers, internal audit staff and other internal and external stakeholders.

Nature and Scope

• Identifies key barriers/core problems and applies problem solving skills in order to deal creatively with complex situations. Troubleshoots and resolves complex problems. Makes decisions under conditions of uncertainty, sometimes with incomplete information, that produce effective end results.
• Independently performs assignments with instruction limited to the results expected. Determines and develops an approach to solutions. Receives technical guidance only on unusual or complex problems or issues.
• May oversee the completion of projects and assignments, including planning, assigning, monitoring and reviewing progress and accuracy of work, evaluating results, etc. Contributes to employees' professional development but does not have hiring or firing authority.

Work Environment

• Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
• Typically requires overnight travel 20% to 30% of the time.
• Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age or older
• Must pass pre-employment assessment(s) if applicable

Education and Experience

• Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Generally 5-8 years of experience in a related field; certification is required in some areas OR MS/MA and generally 3-5 years of experience in a related field. Certification is required in some areas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior auditing experience. Certification (CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, etc.)
• Strong finance/accounting experience including Sarbanes-Oxley experience.
• Advanced excel skills including data analytics proficiency.
• Project management experience.

About Core & Main

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure with local service, nationwide. As a specialty distributor with a focus on water, wastewater, storm drainage and fire protection products and related services, Core & Main provides solutions to municipalities, private water companies and professional contractors across municipal, non-residential and residential end markets, nationwide. With over 370 locations across the U.S., the company provides its customers local expertise backed by a national supply chain. Core & Main's 5,700 associates are committed to helping their communities thrive with safe and reliable infrastructure. Visit coreandmain.com to learn more.

Core & Main is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment at Core & Main is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Core & Main does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship, or any other basis protected by law.

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