Senior Internal Auditor
CRH Americas Corporate
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Job ID: 527398
Job SummaryAs a Senior Internal Auditor, you will work as part of a team responsible for driving better efficiencies, strengthening the control environment, and enhancing CRH's performance and growth through improved operational and financial risk management. You will build relationships with diverse companies and cultures across CRH worldwide, gaining exposure to a broad range of business environments. To be effective in this role, you must be capable of thinking through and improving complex business processes-both financial and operational-while demonstrating strong analytical and communication skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain a broad experience across the CRH group, with potential to progress into more senior roles within internal audit or other business functions.
Job LocationThis role is based at our corporate office in the Perimeter area of Atlanta, GA - hybrid work schedule
Job Responsibilities- Execute internal audits, ensuring timely completion and adherence to professional standards.
- Communicate proactively with senior team members regarding progress and concerns.
- Evaluate internal controls and document findings using professional audit techniques.
- Use audit software to improve audit efficiency and effectiveness.
- Provide practical solutions and guidance to improve risk management and internal processes.
- Build trust and transparency with stakeholders to enhance collaboration and control environments.
- Liaise with senior management across the CRH group and operating companies.
- Engage in initiatives that enhance audit methodology, technology, and team development.
Job Requirements- An understanding of group financial policies and standards.
- Knowledge of financial data analysis concepts, data gathering techniques, basic excel proficiency & data quality awareness. Ability to analyze data and trends to pinpoint underlying issues.
- An understanding of SOX compliance requirements & control testing methodologies.
- Develop audit programs to address the risks identified and to execute audit work effectively and adjust where required.
- Identify and assess any known or potential weaknesses in financial and accounting policies, systems, tools, processes and controls.
- Clearly and concisely document audit work to support reporting.
- Build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Develop and deliver multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
- Comfortable with change and open to suggesting improvements to existing procedures to drive greater efficiencies and streamline processes within assigned area.
- Detail-oriented with strong time management and prioritization skills.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
- 3 or more years of experience in public accounting or industry roles.
- A relevant professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, CIA, ACCA).
- Experience in SOX, corporate governance, internal controls, compliance, and substantive testing.
- You are willing to travel to CRH companies, with a travel component of around 30%. A full, clean driving license is essential to support travel requirements.
- Exposure to data analytics and the use of relevant tools including Excel, Power BI and Tableau.
- Familiarity with the use of audit software and data analytics tools
What CRH Offers You- Highly competitive base pay
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- Group retirement savings program
- Health and wellness programs
- An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
