Auditor

Spire Inc; Missouri; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Spire Inc. is seeking an Auditor responsible for providing an objective evaluation of risks and assessing the internal control environment. The role supports improving risk management, governance processes, and internal controls.

The candidate will conduct SOX, operational, financial, and compliance audits, prepare narratives and flow charts, test control effectiveness, and report audit findings with recommended improvements. Travel up to 30% and a hybrid work schedule are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a business-related field is required.
• CIA and/or CPA, or working towards certification within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Conduct SOX, operational, financial, and compliance audits per the IA Work Plan.
• Prepare process narratives or flow charts with key controls identified.
• Evaluate and test design and operating effectiveness of internal controls.
• Perform internal control and audit test work per IIA IPPFs.

Skills

SOX controls

Data analysis

Audit testing

Critical thinking

Verbal & written comms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CIA/CPA or pursuing

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Spire is seeking an Auditor. This position will be responsible for providing an objective and independent evaluation of risks, assessing the internal control environment and recommending improvements Spire’s operations. This is accomplished by bringing a systematic and disciplined approach to analyze, evaluate and make recommendations to improve the effectiveness of risk management, governance processes and internal controls.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct SOX, operational, financial, and compliance audits, consultative reviews and/or special investigations per the annual IA Work Plan within the timeframe allotted with some assistance from a Senior Auditor or Audit Manager.
• Prepare process narratives or flow charts with key controls identified.
• Evaluate and test design and operating effectiveness of internal controls.
• Perform internal control and audit test work in accordance with the IIA’s IPPFs.
• Ensure audit issues are well defined and root causes are identified.
• Prepare and submit reports or audit findings recommending changes or improvements in policies and procedures where necessary.
• Develop and maintain relationships with personnel throughout the organization to ensure the understanding and acceptance of audit issues relating to business risks and controls.
• Perform complex data analysis.
• Monitor and follow up on all open issues.
• All other duties as assigned.
  
• Ability to lead by example in support of the Company’s essential characteristics and values: strong ethics and integrity, dedication to a safe work environment, commitment to a diverse workforce that recognizes and respects every individual’s unique skills and perspectives
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to adapt in a fast-moving and changing culture
• Strong interpersonal skills with the proven ability to build and establish rapport with a diverse array of people
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively to meet individual goals and deadlines
• Ability to work as part of a team and display a positive attitude for this dynamic environment
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Required Education (certifications, licenses)

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a business-related field required
• CIA and/or CPA, or working towards achieving the certification within 1 year
  

Required knowledge, skill and abilities

• One+ years of experience in public accounting, internal audit or similar field is preferred
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Familiarity with COSO Internal Control Framework, the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, the IIA’s IPPF’s and PCAOB auditing standards
• Able to quickly learn new processes and tasks
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to use a personal computer and spreadsheet applications
• Ability to meet strict deadlines
  

Physical demands, environment and schedule

• Normal Work Environment – Work is normally performed in a shared office environment.
• Typically, 8 hours a day, Monday through Friday. Overtime and/or travel may be required.
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time.
• Hybrid in office/remote work schedule

Company Overview

We are committed to understanding the needs of the homes and businesses we serve. That's why we're always looking for driven, collaborative people to join our team. Because we believe that offering our customers the best service means bringing together the best people.

And we find the best by hiring those who share our values of safety, inclusion and integrity, and demonstrate the competencies that bring the Spire vision, mission and culture to life:

• Adaptability: We embrace change, continuously seeking opportunities for improvement while remaining open-minded and flexible in response to evolving conditions and customer, stakeholder and company needs.
• Collaboration: We achieve more together through a foundation of respect, embracing healthy conflict, actively seeking and providing actionable feedback and fostering an environment where everyone’s input is welcomed.
• Ownership: We see things through, demonstrate accountability, honor commitments, take responsibility for outcomes and demonstrate initiative.

By living our values and competencies, we strive to create an environment where employees feel welcome, respected and valued.

Posting Requirements

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Posting requirements: The above posting description is intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Spire, Inc., and its subsidiaries are Affiliated Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all areas, including but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, selection, training, education, compensation, benefits, promotion, job transfer, upgrading, separation and recall regardless of the individual’s race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, and/or other protected categories under all Federal, State, and local laws. For more information, please view our Integrity and Inclusion pages of our career site.

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