Job Description

The Role:

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced auditor to join our Internal Audit team based in Waltham, MA!

Duties & Responsibilities

The individual will conduct internal financial audits / internal control reviews including testing financial records and report discrepancies. They will develop formal written reports to communicate audit results to management and makes recommendations as appropriate. They will facilitate work of external auditors during on-site visits and require audit knowledge and skills in finance/accounting. Will complete audit work as assigned in a timely manner, including planning/preparation, documentation, summarizing findings/writing reports; and engagement in ad-hoc assignments/investigations as applicable.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Perform audits resulting in assurances that our internal controls and processes meet required standards,
• Assist with the development of risk assessments and audit plans,
• Work closely with management teams in developing audit findings, and recommendations,
• Participate in annual Sarbanes-Oxley assertion and attestation process,
• Collaborate with teammates regarding observations noted during audit engagements, including development and follow-up of action plan implementation,
• Monitor remediation efforts of audit observations and deficiencies identified by internal and external audit with process owners to ensure mitigating activities are progressing as planned,
• Assist in establishing common processes, policies, and procedures as necessary,
• Provide support for internal investigations. 

Requirements/Qualifications:

• 5-7 years audit/industry accounting experience – CPA and Public Accounting experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.

Proven knowledge or experience with:

• Sarbanes-Oxley audit/financial experience,
• Understanding of key accounting policies / procedures including Generally Accepted Accounting (GAAP), Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX),
• Validated understanding of auditing, technical accounting matters and internal controls,
• Strong analytical skills,
• Auditing public companies and understanding related requirements,

Other Skills required:

• Self-motivated and ability to work independently,
• Effective interpersonal skills,
• Strong team building skills working with a diverse group of partners,
• Attention to detail to ensure completeness and accuracy of work within established timelines,
• Capacity to work in a fast-paced environment,
• Capability to develop credibility and forge positive professional relationships with subordinates, peers, and management are prerequisites to success in this role,
• Approximately 20% travel required.