Senior Auditor

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.; Poland; Remote; PLN 134,000 - 241,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to execute risk-based audit engagements across operational, financial, and compliance areas. You will report to the Internal Audit Sr Manager and collaborate with cross-functional teams as a trusted partner driving improvement.

This remote role includes ~15% international travel and access to the Warsaw office. Qualifications include 2–5 years in internal audit, CIA/CPA/CMA/CISA preferred, and experience with AI and data analytics

Qualifications

• University degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in internal audit, or risk advisory services; manufacturing experience is a plus.
• CIA, CPA, CMA or CISA preferred.
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks, risk assessment methodologies, and auditing standards.
• Hands-on experience with AI and data analytics in audit, or a clear interest in developing expertise in this area.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with the ability to distil complex topics into concise reports.
• Organized, deadline-driven, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Execute internal audit engagements across operational, financial and strategic areas.
• Participate in External Audit Direct Assist work including testing and inventory counts.
• Travel (15%) to production and distribution sites as needed.
• Apply knowledge of risk assessment, accounting, finance, IT, and operations to identify control gaps and process improvement opportunities.
• Analyze and interpret data using AI and analytics techniques to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies, enhancing audit activities and providing deeper insights.
• Produce high-quality audit reports and present results and recommendations to senior management, clearly articulating findings, root causes, risks, and practical recommendations.
• Monitor the implementation of action plans and provide guidance to ensure timely and effective resolution.
• Build strong relationships and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Stay current on industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and emerging risks and contribute to the continual enhancement of audit methodologies, tools, techniques and AI-enabled audit solutions.

Skills

Internal audit

Data analytics

Communication skills

Project management

Education

University degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Location: Poland, remote (with access to Warsaw office)

Department: Internal Audit

Summary

As a Senior Internal Auditor at SBD, you will execute risk-based audit engagements across operational, financial, and compliance areas. Reporting to the Internal Audit Sr Manager, you will evaluate internal controls, risks and processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams as a trusted business partner who drives real improvement. This is an excellent opportunity to join a global team within a large international manufacturing organization, gaining exposure to diverse operations, senior stakeholders, strategic initiatives, and modern audit methodologies, including the growing use of AI in audit. Bring a strategic, pragmatic mindset and a genuine desire to innovate and add value.

This is a remote role with occasional international travel of approximately 15%.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Execute internal audit engagements, across a diverse range of operational, financial and strategic areas, including planning, scoping, fieldwork, and reporting phases.
• Participate in External Audit Direct Assist work including testing and inventory counts.
• Travel (15%) to production and distribution sites as needed based on engagement requirements.
• Apply knowledge of risk assessment, accounting, finance, IT, and operations to identify control gaps and process improvement opportunities.
• Analyze and interpret data using AI and analytics techniques to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies, enhancing audit activities and providing deeper insights.
• Produce high-quality audit reports and present results and recommendations to senior management, clearly articulating findings, root causes, risks, and practical recommendations.
• Monitor the implementation of action plans and provide guidance to ensure timely and effective resolution.
• Build strong relationships and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Stay current on industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and emerging risks and contribute to the continual enhancement of audit methodologies, tools, techniques and AI-enabled audit solutions.

Education & Experience

• Education: A university degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Experience: 2-5 years of experience in internal audit, or risk advisory services; manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Certifications: CIA, CPA, CMA or CISA preferred
• Technical Knowledge: Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks, risk assessment methodologies, and auditing standards. Hands-on experience with AI and data analytics in audit, or a clear interest in developing expertise in this area.
• Competencies: Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with the ability to distil complex topics into concise reports. Organized, deadline-driven, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.
• Broader remit than a traditional role, offering exposure to strategic governance, compliance, and strategic initiatives.
• Direct visibility with senior leaders and decision-makers, with a real impact on the bottom line.
• Work alongside a diverse, highly skilled team with full support from senior management and the Audit Committee.
• Play a role in shaping innovative audit approaches and driving continuous improvement.
• Build your career within a large, international manufacturing organization with strong development opportunities.

Salary Range: 134 000–241 000 PLN gross annually

This is the lowest to highest salary range we would pay at the time of this posting. The salary offered in the range may vary depending on multiple factors including job level, geographic location, job related knowledge, skills, qualifications and experience.

The salary range listed in this job posting reflects the range for the primary location specified. The salary range may vary for other locations.

Please note that salary is only one component of total rewards at Stanley Black & Decker.

The successful candidate may be eligible for annual merit increases.

The salary range and associated pay elements are established in line with Stanley Black & Decker’s compensation structure. If collective bargaining agreements, sectoral agreements, works council arrangements, or statutory pay frameworks apply, they determine the salary range and additional pay elements.