Manager - Internal Audit

Company: Benjamin Moore
Location: Montvale
Posted on: June 15, 2022

Job Description:

Job SummaryAs a member of the Internal Audit department, this position is responsible to review activities in assigned areas to determine the nature of operations and the adequacy of the system of controls to achieve Company objectives. This position will also be responsible to audit and analyze expense reports, ensuring compliance against T&E policy to achieve the company's objectives. The role actively participate in the Trade Compliance Committee to ensure OFAC and FCPA compliance. This position works on projects both independently and in small teams. To be successful this role must have strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work under pressure (i.e. deadlines) while balancing multiple priorities.The Manager of Internal Audit reports to the Director of Risk & Insurance as part of the Internal Audit Department. There are no direct reports reporting into this role.Key Responsibilities

• Conduct financial, operational and control review of third parties including sales agreements, freight claims processors, co-op claims processors, etc.
• Develop policies and audit approaches to support FCPA compliance and service provider internal control evaluations
• Help develop programs for internal employees to proactively assess and review internal controls in their respective areas
• Perform special projects and fraud investigations as required
• Perform quarterly and annual reviews and testing for financial statements as required
• Perform acquisition due diligence and special projects in support of business development activities as required
• Perform pre-implementation control reviews of new systems as needed
• Oversee parent company internal audits/reviews
• Work with IT Security on computer and system access controls and processes
• Coordinate activities with the Berkshire Hathaway Internal Audit group and assist in Berkshire/E&Y internal audit reviews as required.
• Audit selected expense reports to ensure compliance with established company policies. Assist in the refinement of existing policies to address compliance gaps and develop new policies where necessary to address emerging compliance and spending opportunities.
• Work with employees to remediate identified exceptions.
• Generate and analyze exception and spending trend reports from the Company PCard and T&E systems.
• Prepare periodic management reports to summarize identified exceptions.
• Special Projects as neededRequired Knowledge and Desired Skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting
  • CPA or CMA, and/or CIIA/CISA/CFE/MBA preferred
  • 5+ years of Accounting experience, strong technical US GAAP accounting knowledge
  • Knowledge of SAP and GRC preferred but not required
  • Knowledge of Concur preferred but not required
  • Prior Audit Experience, either public or private
  • Must be highly analytical and inquisitive with strong organizational abilities, keen attention to detail, and ability to meet monthly deadlines and goals
  • Strong working knowledge Microsoft Office; proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Experience with audit software tools, such as ACL preferred but not required
  • Excellent organizational, managerial, interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work in a team-based, continuous improvement environment, ability to deal with ambiguity and work independently
  • Expected travel up to 5% in US, Canada and UK, no extended projects. Weekend work as needed.Diversity, Equity & InclusionAt Benjamin Moore, we believe diversity of culture, talent, and varying perspectives is key to a collaborative, innovative, and successful business. We are committed to driving change within our organization through purposeful Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) efforts, while also focusing on our customers and communities in which we serve. Our DE&I efforts allow each of us to authentically live our corporate values of Openness, Integrity, Community, Excellence and Safety. Our Social Impact programming of strategic local and national partnerships, in-kind donations, volunteerism, and more expands our ability to make a difference in the lives of all of our stakeholders. We hope you will join us and become an advocate for diversity and inclusion here at Benjamin Moore.At Benjamin Moore & Co, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive because it benefits our employees, our products, and our community. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Benjamin Moore is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.Student Loan Repayment Assistance ProgramBenjamin Moore provides Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program to support eligible active employees who graduated from an accredited post-secondary educational institution. The Repayment Program is intended to contribute to reducing employee's student loans. The Company follows all rules and regulations concerning the taxability of student loan repayments provided under applicable law.Company ProfileClick here to see how you can paint your future!The color of pride: Benjamin Moore is proud to be a part of Berkshire Hathaway, which was recognized by Fortune magazine as the world's fourth most admired company. And for more than 130 years we've been a respected leader in the architectural coatings and home d--cor landscape; creating the products and tools that enrich and beautify thousands of communities each day. We recognize that our associates are the driving force behind our success, and we strive to provide a work environment where hard work, creativity and purposeful collaboration are fostered and encouraged.Join a company where innovation is constantly recognized as we look for individuals who produce world-class products, best-in-class services and customer experiences, design pioneering paints using the latest technologies and deliver unparalleled value and brand experiences for our customers and retail network.SafetyAt Benjamin Moore, our people are the heart of the company and our number one asset. We are committed to providing safe working conditions at all of our locations and have invested heavily in measures aimed at keeping employees healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic. With safety as one of our core company values, we've modified facilities and work schedules to support social distancing, established enhanced cleaning and sanitization protocols, and regularly provide personal protective equipment to all employees-including masks, gloves and hand sanitizer. Ensuring the well-being of our team members is a top priority.

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