Senior Internal Auditor — SOX & Manufacturing Focus

James Hardie Corporation; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

PTO

401(k) match

ESP

Wellness program

Job summary

James Hardie Building Products Inc. is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to lead financial, operational, and SOX audits with minimal supervision. You will guide staff, assess controls, and communicate findings to management while collaborating across functions.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of audit experience, a Bachelor’s in accounting or finance, and CPA/CIA preferred. Domestic travel up to 40% is required; manufacturing and cost accounting audits are a focus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA, CIA, or equivalent certification strongly preferred.
• Manufacturing or operational environment experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute financial, operational, and SOX audits with minimal supervision.
• Assist with engagement-level risk assessments and develop audit programs.
• Evaluate control design and operating effectiveness.
• Prepare comprehensive audit workpapers.
• Identify control deficiencies and assess residual risk.
• Prepare clear audit reports and management action plans.
• Apply data analytics and automated testing techniques.
• Follow up on management action plans for remediation.
• Provide guidance to Staff Auditors.
• Audit manufacturing, inventory, and cost accounting.
• Improve audit methodology, tools, and templates.
• Build relationships with management and stakeholders.

Skills

Audit experience

SOX audits

Data analytics

Communication

Team leadership

Travel up to 40%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/CIA preferred

Job description

James Hardie Building Products Inc. is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to lead financial, operational, and SOX audits with minimal supervision. You will guide staff, assess controls, and communicate findings to management while collaborating across functions.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of audit experience, a Bachelor’s in accounting or finance, and CPA/CIA preferred. Domestic travel up to 40% is required; manufacturing and cost accounting audits are a focus.