Lead Internal Auditor
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) seeks a collaborative individual for our Lead Internal Auditor position, which will plan and execute audits and identify value-added recommendations to strengthen and simplify processes and controls. If you are looking for an opportunity to be a part of a fast-paced internal audit team for an innovative international company, then this position is for you!

As a Lead Internal Auditor, a typical day might include the following:

Under general supervision:

• Apply strong knowledge of accounting and finance principles to audit complex journal entries, account analyses, workpapers, and reconciliations, and coordinate external audits.
  
• Prepare analysis of financial results requiring evaluation and judgment of complex situations, and provide other support and recommendations for division management.
  
• Prepare complex analyses including recommendations to management, and/or implement or review internal controls.
  
• Perform research and planning according to generally accepted accounting principles and/or IFRS, and make recommendations to management.
  
• Lead special projects.
  

This job might be for you if:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  
• Innovative, motivated, self-directed.
  
• Advanced Excel skills.
  
• Strong knowledge of accounting and finance principles, theories, and concepts, and/or strong knowledge of GAAP, Tax, and/or IFRS.
  
• 6+ years of professional experience in accounting, finance, or related field.
  
• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA, CMA, or CFA; or Master's Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field; or MBA.
  
• Internal audit or public accounting experience.
  
• Accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
  
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
  
• International accounting experience.
  

Location

Pullman, WA- SEL's corporate office is located in Eastern Washington where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life: country space, freedom from traffic, easy access to recreational activities in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests, as well as great schools and universities.

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

• We're 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401K options.
  
• We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
  
• We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
  
• We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
  
• Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.
  

Pay Range Data

We anticipate filling this position as a Lead Internal Auditor $76,900- $120,300. We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the pay range may differ if filled at a different level. Our pay ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location. We base our starting pay offer and title on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.

Communication with Applicants

We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at careers@selinc.com.

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

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