Senior Internal Audit Analyst

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Job Description

Albemarle is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to join our team. This position is hybrid (3-days per week in office) and located in Charlotte, NC.

What You Will Do

Audit Participation:

• Participate in all phases of operational, financial, compliance IT, and strategic audits, including planning, scheduling, execution of testing, summarization of results, report preparation, presentation of results to management and follow-up with stakeholders on remediation efforts.

• Participate in the testing of the Company’s SOX program.

Stakeholder Management:

• Work collaboratively with team members, third-party co-sourced partners, key stakeholders, and management on audit engagements.

• Build and maintain key relationships with stakeholders, fostering a culture of engagement and adding value.

Issue Identification and Escalation:

• Identify and escalate significant audit issues, collaborating with managers to develop remediation plans.

Data Analysis:

• Analyze data to identify trends, variances, inconsistencies, and internal control risks.

Special Projects:

• Assist managers with special projects, which may include process or control redesign, fraud analysis, system implementation consultation, investigation of potential non-compliance, and other business initiatives.

What You Bring

Required:

• BA or BS in Accounting, Finance, or another related field

• CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE or other related financial certification (or willingness to obtain certification within 12 months)

• Minimum 2-4 years of Big Four audit or relevant experience

• Detailed understanding of SOX requirements, IT general controls, and IT application controls

• Knowledge of COSO, COBIT, and the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditors; familiarity with the Institute of Internal Auditors’ Code of Ethics and Practice Advisories for Assurance and Consulting Services.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize and work simultaneously on multiple projects with varying deadlines while maintaining a strong attention to detail

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work and collaborate within a team environment and build relationships throughout the organization

• Ability to collaborate with remote teams

• Positive and “can do” attitude

• Ability to present ideas and information in a clear, concise, and organized manner

• Listens to others to respond effectively to ideas and questions

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in business, Data Analysis, Accounting, or related field

• Mining, internal or external accounting, chemical, or manufacturing industry experience

• Working experience with AuditBoard, PowerBI, Tableau, IDEA, SQL, CAAT, or other data analysis programs

Travel:

• Approximately 20-25% (domestic and/or international)

• This role requires travel to company sites

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Benefits of Joining Albemarle

• Competitive compensation

• Comprehensive benefits package

• A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.

We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together.