Senior auditor mission:the senior auditor is critical in ensuring compliance with sarbanes-oxley (sox) regulations, supporting various areas in internal control framework and strengthen the organization's internal control over financial reporting (icfr) possessing a strong experience in financial and operational auditing collaborating with the audit department in overseeing the area's regional operations to meet the standards established by the organization based on customer needs.main activities:plan, execute, and lead audits focused on sarbanes-oxley (sox) section 404 compliance across multiple business units.assess the design and operational effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting (icfr).
ensure audit procedures are thorough and aligned with regulatory requirements.evaluate, test, and document internal controls performing walkthroughs and testing key controls to verify their effectiveness.document control activities, findings, and test results in a clear and organized manner.use bilingual documentation (english/spanish) to ensure accessibility for all stakeholders.work closely with business process owners to understand workflows and control environments.help process owners document controls, identify gaps, and discuss deficiencies.facilitate open communication to promote awareness and accountability for control issues.analyze audit findings to pinpoint weaknesses or gaps in the control environment.recommend practical solutions and improvements to strengthen controls.track and follow up on the implementation of recommended actions.develop remediation plans for control deficiencies, working with relevant stakeholders.monitor progress and ensure corrective actions are completed within agreed timelines.validate the effectiveness of remediation efforts through follow-up testing.draft audit reports that summarize findings, recommendations, and management responses.ensure reports are clear, concise, and tailored for both english and spanish audiences.maintain comprehensive audit files for reference and regulatory review.provide requested documentation, explanations, and support to external auditors during annual audit cycles.coordinate with external audit teams to facilitate efficient and effective audits.address external auditor queries and assist in resolving any identified issues.continuously monitor updates to sox regulations, accounting standards, and industry best practices.integrate new requirements and guidance into audit programs and procedures.share relevant updates with the internal audit team and other stakeholders.contribute to periodic risk assessments to identify high-risk areas for audit focus.help develop and refine the annual audit plan based on risk assessment outcomes.adjust audit priorities as needed to address emerging risks and organizational changes.advocate for strong ethical standards and compliance across the organization.encourage process owners and staff to adopt best practices and continuous improvement.provide guidance and training on internal controls and compliance requirements.utilize audit management software and microsoft office suite for efficient audit execution.leverage technology to enhance audit quality, documentation, and reporting.requirements:education: bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.experience: 4–6 years of experience in internal or external auditing, with a strong focus on sox compliance.schedule availability: full-timein-depth knowledge of the coso framework and internal control principles.preferred certifications: cpa, cia, cisa, or equivalent.advanced proficiency in audit tools (e.g., auditboard) and microsoft office suite.excellent verbal and written communication skills in both english and spanish.valid visa and passport.ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines.strong professional ethics, proactive mindset, and results-oriented approach.strong written and oral communication skills (proficiency in spanish and english is essential).
travel requirements:availability and flexibility to travel domestically and internationally.long-term overseas assignments are possible.work independently to plan and manage travel accommodationsflexibility and ability to deal with sudden changes (e.g., client schedules, flight delays, weather delays at the facility, etc.).
maintain and organize expense receipts and work independently to manage administrative tasks, including timely submission of expense and other administrative reports as needed.ability to obtain work passes, authorizations, and visas as needed to perform job responsibilities.skills:- planning and organization.
- problem-solving.
- negotiation.
- team management.
- adherence to standards.
- confidentiality.