Specialist, Internal Audit

Carrier; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 79,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid vacation and leave

Parental leave

Job summary

Carrier Global Corporation is seeking an Internal Audit Specialist in the Finance, Compliance & Operations function to advance the design and operating effectiveness of the company’s internal control framework. You will participate in risk-based audits and coordinate with external auditors, with travel up to 40% across North America and internationally.

The role emphasizes development, ongoing training, and potential rotation into business unit roles within a premier Carrier Finance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or Economics.
• 3+ years experience in Finance and Accounting.
• Ability to travel within the North American region and internationally, 25 - 40% of work time.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the execution of risk-based audits.
• Assess the risk of key business processes resulting in the preparation of audit plans and specific audit programs.
• Create process maps of significant financial, business, and operational processes to identify potential internal control weaknesses and recommend opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare clear, concise audit reports. Present audit conclusions and recommendations to management.
• Participate in special projects related to departmental quality initiatives.
• Participate in Sarbanes-Oxley reviews and coordination with the external audit team.

Skills

Travel readiness 25-40%

Big 4 experience

Internal controls / US GAAP knowledge

Leadership / cross-functional

Communication / presentation

Analytical / problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or Economics

Job description

About Carrier

Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do.

About This Role

The Finance, Compliance & Operations Internal Audit Specialist is an exciting and challenging opportunity for a dynamic audit professional who seeks to build on their existing accounting and audit experience through in-depth exposure to a fast-pace international business, with a focus on the design and operating effectiveness of the Company’s internal control framework to effectively manage and mitigate risk. The Internal Audit department is developmental in nature and employees are assisted in furthering career goals through training and development, strategic networking opportunities and eventual rotation into business unit roles. Internal Audit is seen as a premier entry point into the Carrier Finance organization. Carrier's internal audit teams conduct risk-based audits and recommend strategic solutions to the Carrier business units. Working closely with business unit management, the Internal Audit group utilizes the latest audit techniques and technologies to ensure that they are conducting value-added audits.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the execution of risk-based audits
• Assess the risk of key business processes resulting in the preparation of audit plans and specific audit programs
• Create process maps of significant financial, business, and operational processes to identify potential internal control weaknesses and recommend opportunities for improvement
• Prepare clear, concise audit reports. Present audit conclusions and recommendations to management
• Participate in special projects related to departmental quality initiatives
• Participate in Sarbanes-Oxley reviews and coordination with the external audit team

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or Economics
• 3+ years experience in Finance and Accounting
• Ability to travel within the North American region and internationally, 25 - 40% of work time, so applicants must be willing to commit to this travel schedule

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree Finance, Accounting, or related business disciplines with 5+ years of experience in Finance and Accounting
• Certifications (e.g. CPA, CFE, CIA, etc.) are a plus
• Bilingual in Spanish or French
• Experience with Big 4 or regional public accounting firms, or internal audit experience with exposure to a manufacturing environment
• Experience in participating in teams successfully and providing on-time deliverables
• Strong knowledge of internal controls and US GAAP accounting standards
• Demonstrated leadership competencies with the ability to work effectively across all levels and functions within the business.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to facilitate diverse teams toward operational efficiencies
• Knowledge/experience in project management, strong analytical/problem solving, and organizational skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills and proven presentation skills
• Proactive and results/metrics driven.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Employer sponsorship is not available for this role.

Pay Range

The annual salary for this position is between $79,000.00 - $158,000.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate.

Other Compensation

This position may be entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.

Benefits

Employees are eligible for benefits, including:

• Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Wellness incentives
• Retirement Benefits
• Time off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation
• Disability: Short-term and long-term disability
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Health Care Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account
• Tuition Assistance

Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations Process

Carrier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail]. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.