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Job Description
The Scott Fetzer Company , headquartered in Westlake, Ohio, is a diversified manufacturer and marketer consisting of multiple brands. We strive to provide an engaging and collaborative work environment focused on growth for our employees and our business.
_Job Responsibilities_
Leads fieldwork on assigned audit projects.
Performs all work in accordance with applicable standards.
Maintains a strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and other relevant professional standards.
Demonstrates working knowledge of internal control processes and best practices. Effectively accomplishes work through others on audit assignments.
Assists in the research of audit techniques and remains current on professional standards and management requirements.
Plans projects, including coordination of planning meetings, milestone dates, and document requests lists. Presents respective documentation to the Director and/or Supervisor for discussion and approval.
Acts as the face of the project and the key point person for auditees. Communicates status updates, open items, and issues to the Director and/or Supervisor and the auditee regularly.
Communicates audit results and recommendations to operating management. Maintains effective working relationships with subsidiary companies.
Conducts a formal exit meeting with subsidiary company management and writes an audit report for senior management based on audit findings.
Takes ownership of the project from planning to issue resolution.
Ensures workpaper documentation supports procedures performed and conclusions reached.
Monitors staff performance and encourages teamwork.
Prepare reports on the results of audits, reviews, and special projects.
Monitor outstanding issues to be addressed by operating units.
_ Skill and Abilities _
Ability to work independently
Ability to draft constructive audit comments and reports
Ability to communicate/present plans/issues to the Supervisor and Director on a regular basis.
Ability to plan and execute audits in accordance with applicable standards
Ability to supervise other auditors
Ability to manage multiple projects at a time ( i.e. multi-task)
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Strong attention to detail.
Proficiency with standard office equipment, computer, and computer programs, including Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Microsoft PowerPoint.
_ Working Conditions _
This position operates in a professional office environment at Scott Fetzer’s offices in Westlake, Ohio.
This is typically a full-time position, which is defined as being scheduled to work up to 40 hours or more per week.
There is minimal travel (4-6 weeks per year) required for the position.
_Qualifications_
Bachelor’s degree in accounting required, CPA, CIA, or MBA preferred.
Candidate must possess a strong foundation of GAAP, internal control over financial reporting, and other relevant standards.
Ideal candidate has 2-5 years of combined experience between public accounting and/or internal audit.
Must demonstrate the ability to work independently, plan and execute audits in accordance with applicable standards, supervise auditors in the field, manage multiple projects at a time ( i.e. multi-task), draft constructive audit comments and reports, and communicate/present plans/issues to the Supervisor and Director on a regular basis.
_Benefits_
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Paid Holidays
Vacation
Life Insurance
& more.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
Westlake, OH 44145: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
accounting and/or internal audit: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
