Associate Manager, Internal Auditor

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers - such as Raid, Glade, Ziploc and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future - for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.

ABOUT THE ROLE

SC Johnson is looking for an experienced internal audit professional to join their global audit team. This is an individual contributor role and will report to an Audit Director. The position will collaborate with Finance Directors and leadership to help ensure that the Company's internal controls are designed to address appropriate risks and effectively protect and enhance value.

As Associate Manager, you will leverage your risk- based audit experience bringing value and impact to the organization. As part of this high visibility team, you will lead and conduct audits of SC Johnson's domestic and international businesses. You will make recommendations to improve internal controls, operational efficiencies, adopt Company/industry best practices and assess compliance with corporate policies, contracts and industry or government regulations. As a global function, you will gain broad exposure to a variety of functional areas of the Company including Finance, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales, Logistics, Research and Development, Information and Technology, etc.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead internal audits and other projects, gaining ongoing opportunities to demonstrate leadership and individual initiative.

• Evaluate business processes and their capabilities for managing key business risks.

• Partner with clients and senior leadership to provide constructive recommendations and identify opportunities to support business needs.

• Execute critical projects as requested by Company management (e.g., acquisitions baseline control assessments, system pre-implementation readiness assessments, process improvement studies, etc.).

• Lead the execution of complex audits and produce findings/reports that are high-substantive quality, well-drafted and communicated, and delivered on schedule in conformity with department policy and procedures.

• Work with external auditors or outside consultants on projects, when applicable (e.g., define project scope, support engagement, deliver high-quality and value-added report).

• Research and share leading-edge ideas and best practices with clients to enhance their operations. Identify and develop business data analytics to highlight key risk areas and ensure regulatory items are completed, validated, documented, and reported timely.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field such as accounting or finance

• 5+ years of experience in public accounting, internal audit or accounting/ finance, OR, Advanced degree in accounting or finance with 3+ years of experience

• Qualified candidates must be eligible to work in the United States

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

• Degree in accounting or finance

• Certified Public Accountant (C.P.A.)

• SAP experience

• Advanced knowledge of audit principles and theory, the Institute of Internal Auditing (IIA) standards, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

• Experience automating, streamlining and continuously assessing internal controls, where appropriate (experience with ACL Analytics and/or Automation Anywhere applications a plus).

• Knowledge of IT general controls (e.g., application, operating system, database, and network) supporting various environments (e.g., SAP, SAP BPC, Workday, and others).

• Multi-lingual

• Project and resource management experience

• Critical thinking, sound judgement, team building, proactive issue resolution, creativity and independence

• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the proven ability to present complex information and process improvements to diverse audiences including senior level management

• Ability to effectively establish and maintain working relationships with peers, senior leadership and all levels of the organization, with a positive and professional image

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• This position will be located at our Howe Street headquarters offices

• Full-Time Monday to Friday business hours

• Remote work is available once per week for eligible employees

• The position requires approximately 10-20% domestic and/or international travel

• This role is not eligible for relocation

Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned

at any time with or without notice as assigned by the Manager. The job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the position remains at-will.

Inclusion & Diversity

We're a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.

We're committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion.

Better Together

At SC Johnson, we strive to create a positive, inclusive and unique workplace. We strongly believe SCJ people are able to achieve their best when they can collaborate and work together in person.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law.

Accommodation Requests

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at 262-260-3343 or email your request to SCJHR@scj.com. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the EEO is the Law poster for more information.