Senior Audit Associate

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Auditor's value to management is largely based upon their ability to support audit observations and analysis based on sufficient, appropriate audit evidence. The Auditor must obtain, analyze, and evaluate audit evidence to cast an informed, objective opinion on the adequacy and effectiveness of the activities being reviewed, including independent research of US GAAP, Internal Control best practices, company policies, and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Assist the department Sr. Auditors in executing department approved audit plans and document work performed in a clear concise manner.
• Work under the direction of Sr. Auditors while conducting management testing around in scope SOX 404 internal controls. Explain work performed in a clear manner with supporting documentation to support conclusions reached.
• Address Sr. Auditor follow-up and questions to allow the Sr. Auditor to assess the completeness and sufficiency of the work performed.
• Prepare detailed workpapers to support audit observations and analysis, as well as provide information for future audit work. Each audit must be performed in a manner consistent with the IIA International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
• The Auditor must effectively communicate all audit concerns and issues prior to issuing the audit report.
• Appraise the adequacy of the corrective action taken by local management to improve deficient conditions. In cases where the Auditor does not feel sufficient corrective action is being taken, the Auditor is responsible for facilitating the actions necessary for improvement.
• Maintain open and effective working relationships with local management and continuously increase knowledge and familiarity of operations at Seaboards' various companies.
• Perform urgent and unique reviews and projects as requested by Senior Management.
• Planning, scheduling, and coordinating with External Audit to assist with the performance of substantive procedures to help reduce overall audit fees.
• Assist Corporate Management in ongoing quarterly requirements to ensure accuracy of filings and compliance documentation.
• Coordination with management regarding testing timing for SOX controls to meet internal and external deadlines.
• Through Partnership with SAS Management, organize and attend regular continuing education programs for both certification maintenance and ongoing education on emerging trends in related accounting, auditing, and business areas relevant to audits done.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required with 3.0 minimum average GPA.
• Master's degree in Accounting is preferred.
• Relevant internship experience preferred.
• Planned progress toward CPA, CIA and CFE is preferred.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel is required.
• Fluency in Spanish and/or French is a plus.
• The Internal Audit Department is a team in which all members share the responsibility to fulfill the annual audit plan and build relationships with management at all levels of the organization. Superior organizational skills are inherently necessary for the successful administration of the Internal Audit function.
• Must have superior analytical skills. Must possess a high degree of interpersonal skills that include effective communication, persuasiveness, tact, etc.
• Requires absolute discretion when dealing with confidential and privileged information.
• Must be willing and able to travel up to 25%, Domestic and International.

DIRECT REPORTS

No direct reports.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Includes a typical office environment, with minimal exposure to excessive noise or adverse environmental issues.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands to manipulate, handle or touch. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.