Financial Auditor

Merck; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck is seeking a Senior Specialist for Audit and Assurance Services. Under CAD and AIC supervision, you will execute diverse audits, lead small teams, and collaborate with clients to ensure strong internal controls and timely delivery. Strong communication and IT audit knowledge are essential.

The role requires CPA and a minimum of 3 years in internal audit or related fields, with travel up to 25% domestically and internationally. A Bachelor's in Accounting is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required.
• CPA certification required; 3+ years in internal audit, public accounting or general accounting.
• Experience with audit methodology and internal controls; strong IT understanding.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the execution of financial, operational, SOX 404 and IT audits, both domestic and abroad.
• Lead small teams of auditors on occasion.
• Partner with colleagues and clients to complete assigned audit work.
• Execute audit programs and work papers with quality standards and timelines.
• Present audit plans, findings, and status updates to CAD and Vice President of Internal Audit.
• Collaborate on writing audit reports describing control concerns, risks, and recommendations.
• Participate in department projects to achieve specified results.
• Maintain professionalism and independence with high integrity and judgment.

Skills

Internal audit

CPA

Audit methodology

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Time management

Team leadership

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Job description

Our company's Audit and Assurance Services primary purpose is to provide value-added independent and risk-based audit and assurance services.

Position Overview / Function and Responsibility

Under the direction of the Client Audit Director ("CAD") and the Auditor-in-Charge ("AIC"), the Senior Specialist will:

• Participate in the execution of financial, operational, SOX 404 and IT audits, integrated and process audits, both domestic and abroad to ensure a strong internal control environment is maintained at our company.
• On occasion, will be expected to lead small teams of auditors.
• Under the direction of the AIC, partner with colleagues and clients and other organizations to effectively complete all assigned audit work.
• Execute audit programs and work papers (including walkthroughs and sample testing) in line with the established quality standards and timelines.
• Present audit plans, findings, and general status updates to Clients, CAD, and the Vice President of Internal Audit, as directed by the AIC.
• Collaborate with the audit team in the writing of audit reports which accurately describe identified control concerns, associated risks, and appropriate recommendations.
• Participate in department projects and ensure the actualization of the specified results.
• Maintain the highest standards of professionalism and independence in the execution of duties with the highest level of integrity and quality. Show good judgment in the conduct of work.

Required Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.

Required Experience and Skills:

• A minimum of 3 years of work experience in internal audit, public accounting, or general accounting.
• CPA Required
• Experience with audit methodology and internal controls.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively with client and business process owners as well as MCAAS colleagues.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Understanding of information technology and ability to use various applications and systems.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to work within a team as well as independently.
• Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task are essential to the position.
• Ability to travel both domestically and internationally up to 25% of the time.

Preferred Experience:

• Big 4 or Regional Accounting Firm Experience.

Our Support Functions deliver services and make recommendations about ways to enhance our workplace and the culture of our organization. Our Support Functions include HR, Finance, Information Technology, Legal, Procurement, Administration, Facilities and Security.

Required Skills:

Accounting, Asset Accounting, Contract Audits, Data Analysis, Finance Analytics, Financial Analysis, Financial Management Reporting, General Accounting, Information Technology (IT) Systems, Information Technology Auditing, Internal Audit Development, Internal Control Testing, IS Audit, Preparation of Financial Reports, Tax Compliance