Internal Controls Auditor II – SOX & Risk Analysis

Westlake Chemical Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical Corporation in Houston, TX, is seeking an Auditor II to participate in internal audits, vendor audits, and process reviews. You will assist in evaluating control design and testing operating effectiveness, with opportunities to lead projects and interact with management and the Board.

The role emphasizes risk assessment, planning and documentation, along with clear, concise reporting. Travel up to 30% may be required, including potential international assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Engineering or other business degree required.
• 3 years’ experience in internal audit or 1 year in public accounting or consulting.
• Professional certification (CISA, CIA, CPA, CFE or equivalent) preferred.
• Knowledge of SOX compliance/testing, COSO and governance frameworks preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 30% (may include international travel).

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, analyzing, testing, and reporting results of internal audit projects.
• Assist in assessing business risks and developing risk-based project plans.
• Identify improvements in processes and internal controls and discuss with process owners.
• Participate in client opening and closing meetings for projects.
• Prepare workpapers supporting observations and document work performed.
• Evaluate governance processes used to monitor risk mitigation activities.
• Draft concise descriptions of issues for project reports and Board communications.
• Present findings to Internal Audit leadership and process owners.
• Support outside firms performing consulting engagements and audits.
• Monitor implementation of management action plans.
• Perform data analysis, evaluate results, and draw conclusions for SOX projects.
• Work independently with limited direction and coordinate with team members.

Skills

Internal audit

Risk assessment

Data analysis

SOX controls testing

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Engineering or other business degree

3 years’ internal audit experience or 1 year in public accounting or consulting

Professional certification (CISA, CIA, CPA, CFE, or equivalent) or progress towards certification

Tools

CaseWare IDEA

SAP

JD Edwards

Job description

Westlake Chemical Corporation in Houston, TX, is seeking an Auditor II to participate in internal audits, vendor audits, and process reviews. You will assist in evaluating control design and testing operating effectiveness, with opportunities to lead projects and interact with management and the Board.

The role emphasizes risk assessment, planning and documentation, along with clear, concise reporting. Travel up to 30% may be required, including potential international assignments.