Senior Operational Auditor
Job Posting:
Are you a dedicated audit professional with a proven record contributing to risk assessments and leading / performing audit engagements? Would you like to join a known industry leader that continues to grow in multiple market segments? If so, this is an excellent opportunity to join a growing Internal Audit team within an industry leader.
Ferguson is seeking a Senior Auditor to join its Internal Operational Audit team!
Travel/Relocation:
- Travel will range from 25-40% depending on current projects and initiatives
- Position is remote. Living close to a large airport is ideal.
Responsibilities:
- Provide an independent, objective assurance and advisory activity designed to contribute and improve Group operations
- Act as team lead in the execution of operational and field (branch and distribution center) audits for all North American businesses with activity covering all business processes – financial, operational, IT and legal/compliance
- Support a team environment with strong commitment to meeting departmental goals
- Appraise the effectiveness and efficiency of control procedures, systems and processes
- Work in partnership with other internal audit teams on coordinated/operational corporate audits
- Understand business processes as they relate to supply chain, operations and control activities in support of business objectives
- Work in partnership with the SOX Compliance team in the execution of SOX testing as it relates to the Operational Audit Program
- Potential to grow within Internal Audit and within the Ferguson business structure
Additional Responsibilities:
- Perform team lead role on audits: plan, implement and report on audits, with guidance from the Audit Manager
- Collaborate closely with a range of partners to build relationships and facilitate the achievement of engagement objectives
- Apply professional auditing principles and standards to evaluate complex records and operational systems
- Produce high quality working papers to detail the tests performed, results and conclusions
- Review working papers and assist with the mentoring of team members
- Coordinate and effectively communicate observations and corrective agreed actions verbally and in writing to audit clients
- Prepare quality draft and final reports for submission to the Audit Manager for review
- Use and run data with tools such as Excel, Power BI and Tableau
- Support in presenting to executive level management and Board level (written and verbal)
- Assist in the recruitment of new staff
- Assist the Manager in the training and development of operational audit staff
- Lead other duties / special projects as assigned
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
- Certification required (CPA, CIA, etc.)
- At least 3-4 years’ experience in risk-based auditing (internal or external) – operational audit experience preferred
- Large public firm or relevant proven experience required
- Experience with distribution and retail industries preferred
- Experience in a leadership role over small teams
- Experience with internal controls and/or SOX related matters including system and process documentation required
- Preferred knowledge of Oracle, Workday, Power BI and AuditBoard
- Excellent analytical and project management skills
- Outstanding communication, presentation and persuasion skills required
- Ability to prioritize, multi-task and handle deadlines
Ferguson is dedicated to providing meaningful benefits programs and products to our associates and their families—geared toward benefits, wellness, financial protection, and retirement savings. Ferguson offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement savings with company match, paid leave (vacation, sick, personal, holiday, and parental), employee assistance programs, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities, and much more! Compensation is variable and based on experience and will be determined after final interviews.
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Pay Range:
$5,750.00 - $7,667.00Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.
This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.
The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability.
Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
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