Internal Audit Intern - Watts Water Technologies Inc
North Andover, MA
About the Job
We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.
We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.
What we do:
For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.
The Watts Internship Program is your chance to bring whatyou’velearned in the classroom to life!You’lldive into real-world projects, gaining hands-on experience while learning how business really works from the inside. During the program,you’llget to roll up your sleeves and make an impact on day-to-day operations. Plus,you'llhave tons of opportunities to network with passionate professionals across manufacturing, industrial engineering, and more—sparkingnew ideasthrough cross-department collaboration.It’sall about expanding your skills, challenging yourself, and exploring where your ambitions can take you!
As a Finance Intern, you will provide essential support to the Finance and Accounting team, assisting with daily operations, financial analysis, and accounting tasks. Throughout this 13-week internship, you’ll collaborate with platform business partners and finance colleagues, gaining hands-on experience in core finance functions and exposure to key operational areas such as Production, Quality, and Health & Safety. Reporting to the Director, Internal Audit, this role is onsite and offers a unique opportunity to work on compliance testing, audit engagements, and other critical finance activities.
What You'll Do
Help with Sarbanes-Oxley compliance testing and internal audit projects under supervision.
Participate in audit projects at both domestic and international locations.
Document workpapers following established audit standards.
Conduct interviews with key control and process owners.
Ensure adherence to company policies, standard operating procedures, regulations, and laws.
Document audit findings and draft basic recommendations for improvement.
Support in the preparation of detailed audit reports.
Who You Are
Current sophomore or junior pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
Authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
Passionate aboutyour work,with a genuine desire to contribute meaningfully and make animpact.
Demonstrated commitment to integrity and respect in interactions with others, fostering a positive and inclusive workenvironment.
Strong senseof accountability, taking ownership of tasks and following through on commitments.
Mustbe authorized towork in the United States and do not require sponsorship now or in thefuture
What’s In It for You
People-FirstCulture–Enriching and caring for people is at the core of who we are;this includes executing our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategy, and providingyouwith meaningful career growth opportunities, a positive and safe work environment, and affirmation thatyouare heard, valued, and respected.
Flexible PTO Policy – Work-life balance is important at Watts and our interns receive one (1) hour of flexible PTO for every thirty (30) hours worked. Your flexible PTO can beutilizedfor any type of absence.
Paid Holidays–Celebrate the holidays with your loved ones and still get paid! You will receive the following paidholidaysoff during your time as an Intern with Watts. Where a holiday falls during the weekend, it will beobservedon an adjacent weekday.
Lunch and Learns –Throughout your internship, there will be opportunities for you to sign up to learn and network with some of the key strategic leaders and thought partners within our core operating model!
Sustainability –Forfiveyears in a row, Watts has been named one of "America's Most Responsible Companies" by Newsweek. Join our journey as we continuetodistinguish Watts as a responsible and committed corporate citizen.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, talk, and/or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
Work in both office and manufacturing environment. May occasionally be required to perform job duties outside the typical office setting.
Watts in it for you:
Please note that the followingbenefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.
- Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
- Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
- Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
- 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
- Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
- Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
- Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/
How we work:
At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.
And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.
Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.
