Full Job Description
We are looking for a senior level Internal Auditor to join our team in Coconut Grove, FL
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
The ideal candidate will possess a broad skill set and the learning capacity required to audit Watsco's various accounting and operational environments. The responsibilities you will be given will make the most of your strengths and challenge you to develop further in a supportive, team-focused atmosphere. Duties will include:
- Conducting financial, operational, and internal controls (Sarbanes-Oxley) audits of Watsco and its subsidiaries. More specifically:
- Internal Controls - Assess the adequacy in the design of the company's internal controls and test the existence of these controls in the following areas: Order to Cash Cycle (Revenue, Shipping, Invoicing & Customer Payments); Purchase to Pay Cycle (Purchasing, Receiving & Vendor Payments); Financial Reporting, Human Resources, Inventory, Fixed Assets; Taxes, Selling & Marketing and Manage Risk (Investments and Financial Commitments)
- Financial -- Audit subsidiary financial results each quarter to ensure financial statements are prepared and presented consistent with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and are free from material error
- Operational -- Perform risk-based audits of our subsidiaries, HQ, and store locations to improve operational efficiency, effectiveness, and/or profitability
- Recommending real-world, practical solutions to improve efficiency and/or effectiveness to reduce risk, improve internal controls, and improve profitability
- Maintaining detailed audit work papers to support all audit findings and recommendations
- Managing multiple tasks within a deadline-oriented environment
- Reporting audit findings and recommendations to the Sr. Director of Internal Audit and various levels of management
The ideal candidate will be a professional who:
- Can effectively manage multiple tasks and deadlines;
- Is self-motivated and takes pride in the results of their efforts;
- Enjoys variety in the tasks performed; and
- Enjoys an environment of empowerment and responsibility.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:
The ideal candidate should have the following:
- Strong analytical skills with an ability to identify real-world, practical solutions in an ever-changing, dynamic environment
- A strong technical knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards
- Hands-on experience with Sarbanes Oxley/Internal Controls.
- Demonstrable critical thinking, project management experience and the ability to identify risks
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or other related fields
- Very strong interpersonal and time management skills
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of products (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- 2-4years' experience in auditing or public accounting
- CIA and/or CPA certifications are preferred but not required
- Willingness to travel (approximately 20%) throughout United States with limited travel to Canada and Mexico
- Must be eligible to work without current or future sponsorship in the USA
