Internal Auditor, Senior

Role Summary: The Internal Auditor will focus on SAP system supported processes, security, and controls. This includes global collaboration across the organization to support the planning and execution of system implementations, IT audits and SOX ITGC testing across SAP and other ERP instances (ex. Oracle, Great Plains, etc). This department delivers independent, objective assurance designed to add value and improve operating efficiency and effectiveness through the organization.

Responsibilities & Requirements:
– Plan and execute implementations/audits focusing on SAP controls, security, GRC, & SAP environments
– Advise implementation project teams on control considerations, especially SAP S/4 Hana, GRC, and MDG
– Support internal audit team in best practice for obtaining SAP documentation and analytics, as well as providing strong technical knowledge of the system and configurations
– Provide the technical understanding of SAP configurations as it relates to the design, development, and testing of automated controls
– Help coach and train team members to grow the SAP knowledgebase of the team
– Prepare comprehensive and well-written audit workpapers, including test steps performed and audit results
– Prepare audit findings and communicate audit observations and recommendations to management
– Execute internal audit testing and reporting over SAP IT general controls and dependencies
– Work closely with the company’s external auditor on walkthroughs and reliance testing
– Gain technical knowledge around other ERPs, such as Oracle and Great Plains that integrate with SAP
– Participate in initiatives in streamlining internal audit operations (e.g., internal audit automation, tool implementation, data analytics, etc.)
– SAP technical specialist with at least four years of relevant experience in any of the following areas: SAP audit, SAP controls, SAP risk, SAP security design/re-design, SAP implementation, or SAP GRC
– Computer Science, Information Systems, MIS, Accounting or Finance degree
– 1 or more years of supervisory or project management experience
– Possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
– Ability to function independently, under general supervision with excellent organizational and project management skills
– Experience with IT regulatory requirements, best practices, and risk assessment methodologies
– Ability to motivate and lead staff to the successful execution of an audit project
– Ability to manage multiple tasks and re-prioritize issues and tasks easily
– Excellent people skills and is flexible in adapting to fast changing situations
– Advanced SAP and Excel skills
– Advanced English – Ability to conduct business globally with stakeholders
– Other duties as assigned
Preferred Experience / Skills:
– Certifications are highly preferred (CPA, CA, CIA, or CISA, CISSP)
– Experience with SOX IT general control testing and auditing various systems and technologies
– Foreign language(s) are a plus: Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, French, German, Japanese, etc.
– Previous experience in industry (preferred manufacturing) would be considered a plus
– Experience in documenting support and discussing issues and resolutions noted with key stakeholders
– Experience with various ERP systems (Oracle, Great Plains, AS-400)
– Experience in coding/scripting (i.e SQL/Java/PowerBi) is a plus
– Awareness of requirements related to internal controls over financial reporting as set forth by the Sarbanes-Oxley Act 2002 and the COBIT controls framework
– Workiva experience is a plus