Internal Auditor, IT & Financial Process – Remote Based in US Eastern Time Zone

Summary

Cabot Corporation is a global specialty chemicals and performance materials company seeking an experienced Internal Auditor to join its Global Internal Audit team. The role conducts and leads audits of IT general controls, IT application controls, financial reporting, SOX processes, and business or operational controls, while preparing reports, coordinating with auditors, and following up on recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Conducts thorough review of documentation and business records to determine compliance with IT and financial process control standards and established procedures
• Leads the annual global SOX audit process for ITGCs, ITACs, and reports testing; will also lead and/or participate in individual SOX business audits, as required per the annual audit plan
• Leads or assist with other IT audits (e.g., system implementation audits) as determined by the audit plan
• Recognizes and evaluates significance of deviations from standards, procedures, and good business practices. Recognizes the existence of problems or potential problems and determines further research to be undertaken
• Prepares audit reports or portions of reports detailing observations and audit results and proposing solutions to correct problems
• Interfaces with internal clients and participates in meetings regarding audits and recommendations. Follows up on implementation of audit solutions
• Coordinates with Internal Audit’s co-sourced provider and external auditors

Skills

• 3+ years of auditing experience
• BS / BA in business with a concentration in information systems, accounting, or related field
• SOX testing experience across all ITGC categories required
• Ability to accommodate ~30-40% domestic and international travel, at times on short notice
• Ability to multi-task, managing competing priorities across multiple audits at different stages of completion
• Knowledge of auditing principles and practices. Ability to apply internal auditing standards, procedures, and techniques. Solid knowledge of IT Audit practices and standards, with additional exposure to financial reporting processes
• Knowledge of common indicators of fraud, fraud scenarios and fraud testing
• Project management skills. Ability to plan and lead corporate, plant and service center audits
• Ability to communicate clearly and succinctly both verbally and in writing, as well as interact and work with others collaboratively. Ability to convey such matters as engagement objectives, evaluations, conclusions, and recommendations effectively
• Ability to organize and analyze large amounts of data and materials and draw well-reasoned conclusions
• Relevant certification (Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or international equivalent) or significant progress towards designation preferred
• Language skills which overlap Cabot's footprint preferred (Mandarin a plus)
• Masters in Business, Accounting, Finance or Information Systems is a plus
• Experience testing business process controls, and/or enthusiasm to develop experience in non-IT audit areas
• Big 4 auditing experience is a plus
• Experience using Optro (formerly AuditBoard) for IA workflow and reporting is a plus
• Skills in continuous auditing, data analytics and data mining a plus

Qualifications

Must Haves

• 3+ years of auditing experience
• BS / BA in business with a concentration in information systems, accounting, or related field
• SOX testing experience across all ITGC categories required
• Ability to accommodate ~30-40% domestic and international travel, at times on short notice
• Ability to multi-task, managing competing priorities across multiple audits at different stages of completion
• Knowledge of auditing principles and practices. Ability to apply internal auditing standards, procedures, and techniques. Solid knowledge of IT Audit practices and standards, with additional exposure to financial reporting processes
• Knowledge of common indicators of fraud, fraud scenarios and fraud testing
• Project management skills. Ability to plan and lead corporate, plant and service center audits
• Ability to communicate clearly and succinctly both verbally and in writing, as well as interact and work with others collaboratively. Ability to convey such matters as engagement objectives, evaluations, conclusions, and recommendations effectively
• Ability to organize and analyze large amounts of data and materials and draw well-reasoned conclusions

Nice to Haves

• Relevant certification (Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or international equivalent) or significant progress towards designation preferred
• Language skills which overlap Cabot's footprint preferred (Mandarin a plus)
• Masters in Business, Accounting, Finance or Information Systems is a plus
• Experience testing business process controls, and/or enthusiasm to develop experience in non-IT audit areas
• Big 4 auditing experience is a plus
• Experience using Optro (formerly AuditBoard) for IA workflow and reporting is a plus
• Skills in continuous auditing, data analytics and data mining a plus

Benefits

• Health benefits on the first day of employment
• 401K savings plans
• Vision
• Dental
• Annual bonus based on company performance
• Dynamic, Flexible, Hard Working, Team Environment
• Opportunities for continued growth
• Training, coaching, and support to help you to grow in your position and in our organization
• Remote Work Environment – The autonomy to manage your schedule and demonstrate your ability to work independently and determine your own success
• A competitive package of benefits; benefits begin on first day of employment