Remote Internal Auditor – Germany, UK & Ireland

102 Crane Company; Ireland; Remote; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Crane Company, a 150-year legacy, seeks an Internal Audit Associate to assist with audit planning, evidence gathering, and reporting. You will work with management and process owners to assess risks and document findings.

This remote role spans Germany, Ireland, and the UK, with Ireland as a primary location. Use data analytics and tools such as Power BI and AuditBoard to improve audit effectiveness, support SOX testing, and develop actionable recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• CPA/CIA/CISA/ACA/ACCA or equivalent preferred.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience in public accounting, internal audit, external audit, risk management, or related field.
• Experience in manufacturing environments and internal controls preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Additional language skills such as German or Mandarin are a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and attention to detail.
• Understanding of SOX, internal control frameworks, and risk-based auditing principles.
• Ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (~20-30%).

Responsibilities

• Assist with audit planning activities, including analysis of financial statements, review of prior audit results and evaluation of business risks.
• Participate in opening, status and closing meetings with management and process owners.
• Execute audit procedures and control testing, including SOX testing, and document work in detailed, accurate audit workpapers.
• Perform analytical procedures and utilize data analytics techniques to identify trends, anomalies, control weaknesses, and areas of potential risk.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of data analytics, automation solutions, AI capabilities, and audit technologies.
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Communicate audit observations to the auditor-in-charge in a timely manner.
• Conduct interviews and meetings with company personnel to gain understanding of business processes, risks, and controls.
• Assist in identifying root causes of audit observations and developing practical, risk-based recommendations.
• Assist in drafting audit findings, management recommendations, and related audit communications.
• Assist the auditor-in-charge with the preparation of audit reports and presentations for management.
• Enter and maintain audit documentation, testing results, findings, and action plans within Optro (AuditBoard).
• Support the monitoring and validation of corrective actions implemented in response to audit findings.
• Assist with special projects and continuous improvement efforts.
• Contribute to audit methodology enhancements and use of audit technologies.
• Maintain understanding of applicable accounting standards, internal control frameworks, company policies, emerging risks, and industry best practices.
• Establish and maintain relationships with personnel throughout the organization.

Skills

Audit experience

SOX knowledge

Data analytics

English communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

CPA / CIA / CISA / ACA / ACCA or equivalent preferred

Tools

Power BI

AuditBoard

Job description

Crane Company, a 150-year legacy, seeks an Internal Audit Associate to assist with audit planning, evidence gathering, and reporting. You will work with management and process owners to assess risks and document findings.

This remote role spans Germany, Ireland, and the UK, with Ireland as a primary location. Use data analytics and tools such as Power BI and AuditBoard to improve audit effectiveness, support SOX testing, and develop actionable recommendations.