Auditor, Internal

Oatey Company • Cleveland, OH

6d • $63,281 - $98,086 • Hybrid

About The Position

Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries, with a commitment to delivering quality, building trust and improving lives. Today, Oatey operates a comprehensive manufacturing and distribution network comprised of industry leading family of companies: Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, Oatey Canada, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, Lansas, and Durgo. At Oatey, we're doing big things — and by joining us, you'll have the chance to do big things too. You can build a strong career in an innovative, inclusive, high-performance environment, with the confidence that your company cares — about you, our customers and our world. Ready to make an impact in a place where you matter? - Position Summary: The Internal Auditor is responsible for performing financial, operational, compliance, and information technology (IT) related audit procedures across Oatey’s business processes. This role supports the execution of the annual internal audit plan by conducting walkthroughs, testing internal controls, documenting results, and assisting in the development of recommendations that strengthen the control environment. The Internal Auditor works under moderate supervision, gaining exposure to multiple business functions, including Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, Quality, IT, and Commercial, while building the skills needed to advance into senior‑level audit responsibilities.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of internal audit, public accounting, or relevant industry experience.
• Working knowledge of internal controls, audit methodologies, and basic risk assessment concepts.
• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and operational best practices.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel; experience using data tools such as Power BI is a plus.
• Strong critical‑thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines with appropriate guidance.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and commitment to confidentiality.
• Team‑oriented with the ability to build collaborative relationships across functions.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or related field, or relevant equivalent experience in lieu of degree required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or multi‑site environment preferred.
• Exposure to SAP or other Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems strongly preferred.
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or progress toward certification strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform walkthroughs of business processes to understand workflows, identify key controls, and document process narratives or flowcharts.
• Evaluate internal control design and operating effectiveness under the guidance of Director, Risk Management.
• Assist in identifying control gaps, process inefficiencies, policy non‑compliance, and data inconsistencies.
• Support development of audit programs and testing steps for assigned audit sections.
• Execute audit test procedures, including data gathering, sampling, control and substantive testing, and documentation of the associated results.
• Use SAP reports, Excel, and data analysis techniques to support audit fieldwork and issue identification.
• Prepare clear and accurate workpapers that support audit conclusions and align with Internal Audit methodology.
• Contribute to drafting audit observations and recommendations for inclusion in audit reports.
• Participate in meetings with process owners to discuss testing steps, clarify process questions, or review preliminary findings.
• Assist with follow‑up of prior audit findings, including collecting evidence and verifying completion of corrective actions.
• Support external auditors by performing walkthroughs, compiling documentation, and executing testing procedures as requested.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance
• Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing
• Immediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation
• Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents
• Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates
• Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• A strong set of complementary resources to support associate well-being, including resource groups, EAP, and dedicated mental health support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level