Sr Internal Auditor

Job Description

Internal Audit at Lamb Weston provides a balanced perspective in identifying and mitigating risks to the achievement of the company’s strategic, operational, and compliance objectives.

The Senior Internal Audit position is responsible for leading financial, operational, and compliance reviews throughout the company and will present results and recommendations to management.

This flexible position is ideal for self-motivated auditors who enjoy working with people at all levels and in all areas of the company and proposing solutions to complex opportunities.

Position Responsibilities

• Assess the organization’s risks and participate in the Enterprise Risk Management ( ERM ) assessment process including gathering input from Board of Directors, executive and functional leadership.
• Develop a risk-based audit program through management interviews, technical research and data analytics.
• Lead all phases of internal audits including planning, fieldwork, and reporting in accordance with department and professional standards, laws and regulations.
• Analyze data timely to identify process insights, risks, and support audit conclusions.
• Prepare audit reports summarizing findings and recommendations for management.
• Communicate audit results to stakeholders and collaborate with management to address identified issues.
• Participate in the Company's SOX Program and overall compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) and guide associate team members in evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls.
• Identify opportunities to enhance internal controls, streamline processes, and improve operational efficiency and propose solutions to Internal Audit Leaders.
• Develop and mentor associate team members.
• Understand project roles and responsibilities, timelines and objectives and deliver high quality, timely deliverables.

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, Finance or Accounting preferred
• Master’s of Business Administration preferred
• 3+ years professional audit (internal and / or external) experience
• CPA and / or CIA certifications, or progress towards them, preferred
• Experience identifying risks, controls and opportunity for improvement as well as testing the design and effectiveness of controls
• Proficient knowledge of auditing and accounting, US GAAP, SOX, COSO 2013 Framework, PCAOB and IIA standards
• Ability to build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Proficient analytical, project management, interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
• Ability to think critically, ask searching questions, analyze complex areas and propose solutions
• Ability to contribute to a fast-paced and highly motivated team
• Ability to deliver high quality, timely deliverables with a strong focus on stakeholder needs
• Ability to consolidate complex information into usable customer-oriented format
• Ability to navigate ambiguity, change, and a dynamic business environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, with intermediate to advanced data analytical skills
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 20%

Industry-Competitive Benefits

Coupled with our compensation and bonus incentive programs, our benefits deliver rewards that are market competitive. Some of the most attractive elements of our benefit programs include :

Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts

Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program

Paid Time Off

Financial Wellness Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance

Family-Friendly Employee events

Employee Assistance Program services mental health and other concierge type services

Benefits may vary based on location, job role / level, job status, and / or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Job Requisition ID : Req-234843

Time Type : Full time

Anticipated Close Date : 07 / 19 / 2024