Senior Auditor

Financeroles; Northbrook (IL); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary Bonus

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K with Match

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (S

Job summary

Stepan Company is seeking an experienced Senior or Lead Internal Auditor to strengthen governance, risk management, and internal controls. You will plan, execute, and report on financial, operational, and IT audits, and oversee the SOX program in a global context.

You will collaborate with Internal Audit leadership, mentor staff, and communicate findings clearly to stakeholders, supporting continuous improvement across the organization.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience with Audit OR 3+ experience in accounting or finance in a control environment.
• Demonstrated experience with IT audit and data analysis techniques.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and modern audit tools; experience with data analytics tools is a plus.
• SAP experience is a plus.
• Foreign language skills are a plus.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging to stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build productive working relationships across departments.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and multitasking abilities; able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to translate data into insights.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We do not provide employment visa sponsorship now or in the future for this position.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the planning, execution, and wrap up of financial, operational and compliance audits, while displaying strong project management skills.
• Prepare well written audit reports and communicate audit results, and value-added action plans (both verbally and written) in a clear and concise manner to stakeholders.
• Assist the Company with its Sarbanes-Oxley compliance requirements by documenting process walkthroughs and/or flowcharts, and performing tests of key controls on a global basis.
• Help train, mentor, and develop internal audit staff by leading multi-person engagements, reviewing work, and providing timely feedback.

Skills

IT audit

Data analysis

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA/CIA/CISA (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data analytics tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description

Stepan Company is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior or Lead Internal Auditor to join our Internal Audit function. This role plays a critical part in strengthening Stepan’s governance, risk management, and internal control framework. The Senior Internal Auditor will collaborate closely with the Internal Audit leadership to plan, execute, and report on high impact financial, operational, compliance, and IT audit engagements - including oversight of the Company’s Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) program.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the planning, execution, and wrap up of financial, operational and compliance audits, while displaying strong project management skills.
• Prepare well written audit reports and communicate audit results, and value-added action plans (both verbally and written) in a clear and concise manner to stakeholders.
• Assist the Company with its Sarbanes-Oxley compliance requirements by documenting process walkthroughs and/or flowcharts, and performing tests of key controls on a global basis.
• Help train, mentor, and develop internal audit staff by leading multi-person engagements, reviewing work, and providing timely feedback.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience with Audit OR 3+ experience in accounting or finance in a control environment
• Demonstrated experience with IT audit and data analysis techniques.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and modern audit tools; experience with data analytics tools is a plus.
• SAP experience is a plus.
• Foreign language skills are a plus.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging to stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build productive working relationships across departments.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and multitasking abilities; able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to translate data into insights.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We do not provide employment visa sponsorship now or in the future for this position.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Professional certification (or in progress) is preferred: CPA, CIA, CISA.

Pay Range: $78,000 - $100,000

The salary range for this position is determined by considering a variety of factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and the location of the position.

At Stepan Company our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Discretionary Bonus
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K with Match
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (STD / LTD)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Reactions – Recognition Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Stepan Company does not accept or retain unsolicited resumes or phone calls and/or respond to them or to any third party representing job seekers.

Established in 1932, Stepan Company is a major manufacturer of basic and intermediate chemicals including surfactants, polymers, as well as specialty ingredients that go into consumer, household, and institutional products such as laundry detergents, shampoos, and surface cleaners. Stepan Company currently has 19 global manufacturing locations and over 2,400 employees. We have a strong record of growth. Our growth allows us to provide meaningful career opportunities and stability to our team members. We have big goals at Stepan and know every team member will be crucial to achieving our objectives. Regardless of function, we are looking for team members who bring with them a growth mindset, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to thrive in an evolving environment.

We celebrate diversity at Stepan and are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.