Senior Internal Auditor

Under general supervision, responsible for assisting in the execution of financial and operational audits. Monitor compliance with company policies, procedures, regulations. Analyze complex processes and determine the efficiency and effectiveness of the process and related controls. Prepare audit reports detailing recommendations to strengthen and improve the control environment. Monitor compliance with company policies, procedures, regulations.

Job Summary: the Staff Internal Auditor supports the implementation of Internal Audit, Controls and Process Improvements related to The Finance functions and Systems at Avantor, to meet the Public Company Standards for Internal Audit and Controls. The Staff Internal Auditor supports the Audits in both the SOX/Controls and Internal Audit reviews at the Shared Service Financial Locations. As part of the Internal Audit Team, the individual provides independent, objective assurance and consulting services to add value and improve Avantor’s Operations and overall Controls by bringing a Systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of Risk Management, Control, and Governance processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the performance of SOX, Financial and Compliance
• Regarding the process of compliance for Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) e.g., prepare process documentations, evaluate controls design, and perform controls testing-Manual and automated.
• During testing of Controls, identify deficiencies and process improvements and communicate to relevant process owners and leadership.
• Draft Audit findings and conduct meetings with Management
• Follow all Company policies and execute Company standard on appearance and functionality as well as appropriate brand representation.
• Communicate any concerns or issues to leadership to ensure proper efficiency or department and company operations.
• Execute company initiatives and other activities requested by Supervisor.
• Contribute ideas on ways to optimize or improve the team, the department, and the Company.

Areas of Focus, but not limited to:

• Contract Management-relate to cost.
• Order to Cash-Customer Master Data, Sales Order Management, Collection
• Financial Reporting-GAAP Reporting, Leasing, GL Maintenance, Account Reconciliations, Unit Reporting
• Inventory Management-Inventory Costing
• Procure to Pay-Vendor Master Data, Non-PO Invoice Processing, PO Invoice Processing, Payments
• PPE-Acquisition and Capitalization, Retirement and Disposals.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Technology or related field(s) required with a commitment to obtainng and/or maintaining appropriate professional certification.
• Prior experience with SOX control refers a plus.

Professional Experience

• 5+ Years Experience in Internal Audit or equivalent

Skill List

• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Able to adapt in a high growth, rapidly evolving environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Diligence, preparation of concise workpapers, and clear written communication.

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
 
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
 
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