What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Internal Auditor position at Smurfit Westrock?
Smurfit Westrock, lobal leader in sustainable paper and packaging, operates in 40 countries with over 500 packaging converting operations and 63 paper mills. With the circular economy at the core of our business, we use renewable, recyclable, and recycled materials to create sustainable packaging solutions. Having over 100k employees, and 300k acres of forestry, we are committed supporting the environment, employees, and the communities where we operate.
About the role: The Internal Audit team is looking for a Senior Internal Auditor. This individual will be responsible for executing assurance and advisory Internal Audit (IA) projects including financial, enterprise, and technology related audits, Sarbanes-Oxley testing activities, and external Audit Direct Assistance procedures included within the annual Internal Audit plan.
This role will support the department's aspiration of creating a strong risk/control assurance function, being consistently sought out for risk/control advisory services, delivering respected, valued, data-driven risk/control insights, and positively influencing continuous improvement of the changing global risk/control environment.
Candidate Background & Knowledge:
Required:
- Bachelor’s Degree (Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems, Engineering or similar)
- Relevant experience which must include at least 2 years’ experience with a Large Public Accounting/Consulting Firm (Audit or Advisory Services serving public companies) or 3 years of industry experience with a large Public Company Internal Audit or SOX department.
- Fluency in English, both verbal and written
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills
- Confident working with individuals at various levels of an organization in a consultative manner, ability to interface with key stakeholders and leaders.
- Eager to learn, gain new skills and knowledge and develop professionally
- Available to travel approximately up to 30%.
Desired Skills:
- Fluency in Spanish, verbal and written.
- Master’s degree/MBA Plus
- CPA, CIA, CISA, or CFE Plus
What we offer:
An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential.
Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
Work life balance through flexible hours and hybrid working.
The chance to travel, collaborate with Senior management and use your unique skills to make a positive impact
Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
