Internal Auditor Senior

Masco•Livonia, MI

About The Position

Masco Corporation is a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of branded home improvement and building products. Our products enhance the way consumers all over the world experience and enjoy their living spaces. Our portfolio of industry-leading brands includes Behr® paint; Delta® and Hansgrohe® faucets, bath and shower fixtures; and HotSpring® spas, to name a few. We are looking for a Sr. Internal Auditor to join the Masco Corporation Internal Audit Team. If you are interested in leading a team in the performance of risk-based financial, operational, and compliance audits, contributing to the achievement of our annual operating plan commitments and having fun working in a high-performance culture, then this opportunity is for you! In this role you will audit those locations, work with talented team members and experience growth and development both personally and expertly. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Reporting to the Audit Manager, the Senior Internal Auditor effectively leads and/or participates in the planning and performance of audit fieldwork for assigned areas to evaluate the accuracy of financial information, the effectiveness of internal controls, and compliance to laws, regulations, and internal policies and procedures. The Senior Internal Auditor may also assist in performing testing IT General Controls (ITGCs) Participates in or leads audit closing conferences and other meaningful client communications. Effectively communicates risk-based findings to management both verbally and in writing. Coordinates and evaluates acceptable management responses for reported issues and follows-up to ensure corrective actions have been implemented. Applies judgment in determining audit conclusions and summarizes results for audit reporting. Seeks ways to use data analysis, AI tools, and technology to identify insights and improve audit quality and efficiency. Performs continuous monitoring for assigned areas to assess risk and make appropriate recommendations for adjustments to the audit plan. This includes staying current on initiatives and industry and regulatory trends for assigned areas. Reviews work papers, draft audit reports, supervises work, and addresses/resolves problems. Assists department leaders with process improvement initiatives, advisory engagements, Masco’s enterprise risk management program and fraud investigations. Travel requirements of approximately 15% and may include international travel. Characteristics, Behaviors, Knowledge and Skills Recommended for the Position The ideal person has strong interpersonal and communication skills, collaborates well, anticipates customer needs, is curious, demonstrates appropriate audit skepticism, takes initiative to find solutions, practices continuous improvement behaviors and can effectively lead an audit engagement team. The candidate demonstrates a strong desire to contribute, a robust drive to achieve results and a positive and resilient demeanor. The applicant has a good understanding of generally accepted accounting and auditing principles and is motivated to further those skills, is knowledgeable of Sarbanes-Oxley internal control requirements and possesses strong technology skills (audit software, MS Office Suite, business analytics software). The applicant takes ownership of assignments, is well-organized, can balance multiple demands, is deadline driven, detail oriented and flexible. The candidate possesses analytical skills by being able to analyze data, spot trends, and assess risks effectively. Strong analytical abilities will empower the ideal candidate to evaluate the significance of findings, prioritize tasks, and make informed decisions throughout the auditing process.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related fields, such as Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, or Business.
4+ years of professional experience in Audit, Risk Management or Internal Controls.
Proficient with MS Office Suite, especially Excel.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification is highly preferred.
Audit experience in the manufacturing industry, including financial account validation, financial controls, compliance, ITGC and operational audits is preferred.
Big 4 and/or other public accounting/ audit/ consulting experience is highly preferred.
Data Analytics / Business Intelligence experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Audit Manager, the Senior Internal Auditor effectively leads and/or participates in the planning and performance of audit fieldwork for assigned areas to evaluate the accuracy of financial information, the effectiveness of internal controls, and compliance to laws, regulations, and internal policies and procedures.
The Senior Internal Auditor may also assist in performing testing IT General Controls (ITGCs)
Participates in or leads audit closing conferences and other meaningful client communications.
Effectively communicates risk-based findings to management both verbally and in writing.
Coordinates and evaluates acceptable management responses for reported issues and follows-up to ensure corrective actions have been implemented.
Applies judgment in determining audit conclusions and summarizes results for audit reporting.
Seeks ways to use data analysis, AI tools, and technology to identify insights and improve audit quality and efficiency.
Performs continuous monitoring for assigned areas to assess risk and make appropriate recommendations for adjustments to the audit plan.
Reviews work papers, draft audit reports, supervises work, and addresses/resolves problems.
Assists department leaders with process improvement initiatives, advisory engagements, Masco’s enterprise risk management program and fraud investigations.