Sr. Internal Auditor - Sotera Health Services LLC

The Internal Audit Senior will be a critical member of the accounting and finance teams and will report to the Director of Internal Audit. The Internal Audit Senior will help lead the company's internal audit function through planning and conducting operational, financial and compliance audits to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and organizational risk, as well as support the continued growth and expansion of the Company's business. Success in this role will require knowledge of accounting, audit and risk management processes, as well as keen business judgement. We're looking for an energized and motivated individual with a proven capability to develop strong working relationships with cross-functional partners and various levels of management throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute on a risk-based plan to align the priorities and agenda of the Internal Audit function with the strategic and compliance goals of the organization
• Manage activities relating to financial compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, particularly requirements as defined by Sarbanes-Oxley (SOx) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Work closely with Management throughout the Company to evaluate processes or programs that are strategically or financially important, identify process deficiencies or enhancements, and ensure action is taken to address these
• Prepare internal audit reports and present to Management
• Coordinate with external auditors on their annual plan and serve as facilitator between both the external and internal audit functions and the business units to minimize the audit support impact on internal teams
• Assist in the execution of a robust SOx process that will maximize the external auditor's reliance on management's assessment of the internal control environment
• Work closely with process owners to ensure corrective action plans are in place and to remedy any gaps identified with internal controls
• Coordinate with consultants/co-sourcing partners used to supplement the internal audit and SOx processes
• Maintain standardized best practices, policies, and systems for Internal Audit
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Skills and Experience Requirements

• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP, SOx standards and requirements, COSO internal control framework, and other regulatory requirements
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills that help facilitate interactions with business partners and communication of key status points to the management team
• Excellent understanding of internal control concepts and experience evaluating and determining the adequacy of controls by considering business and technology risks in an integrated manner
• Deep understanding of audit industry best practices including the use and implementation of software tools
• Experience in coordinating with external audits and auditors
• Comfortable and flexible working in a fast-paced environment
• A passion for understanding our unique organization, along with a passion for understanding how we do business

Other Requirements

• A minimum 2-3 years of Public Accounting experience or relevant internal audit experience preferably working with or in complex, multi-national environments
• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance or related field
• An appropriate certification in accounting and/or auditing is preferred, including a CPA, CA, or CIA
• Experience in a Big 4 accounting firm preferred
• Experience and understanding of JDE or similar enterprise systems and / or HFM consolidations system preferred
• Experience interacting and representing the company to external auditors

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