From a small family business to a multi-billion-dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 — all while keeping the heart of “People Build Businesses” alive.

 

Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people. 

Sonoco is looking for an Internal Auditor II in our Charlotte, NC or Hartsville, SC location.  The successful candidate will report to the Manager of Internal Audit and will assist in conducting financial and operational audits. This position also assists in the development and maintenance of audit documentation and testing programs.  Candidates should be familiar with Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 (SOX) regulations and auditing methodologies and techniques. Prior experience performing SOX Audits is required.

This position can be an Auditor I, II, or III depending on candidate experience

What you’ll be doing:

Develops or updates a detailed understanding of current business processes across the Company and prepares or updates flowcharts, narratives, and walkthroughs to document this understandingIdentifies risks and internal controls and helps the Senior Internal Auditor or Manager tailor audit procedures to meet audit objectivesCompiles and evaluates information through inquiries, tests, analyses, and observations to develop conclusions about risks and the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, including internal controls over financial reporting (SOX)Assists the Senior Internal Auditor or Manager with writing audit reports and discussing with management the audit results and recommendations for remediation and/or improvementPrepares working papers to document the information obtained, analyses made, and support for the audit results and conclusions reachedWorks with business process leaders and control owners to identify solutions to solve problems, improve work processes and strengthen controlsAssists in determining that adequate corrective action on reported audit findings is taken timely and is achieving the desired results.Fosters a quality-oriented environment stressing continuous improvementMay supervise the activities of the Auditor I or other supplemental audit resources on certain limited audit assignments.Accesses reports, data and other information from various systems to develop and perform analytical proceduresMay participate in certain fraud and whistleblower investigationsCoordinates and collaborates regularly with the external auditors ensuring adequate audit coverage, avoiding duplication of work and making use of each other’s work to the maximum extent possiblePlans and completes assigned audits in accordance with accepted professional standardsProvides assistance to external audit personnel as requested or assignedPerforms other accounting and auditing duties as directedThis position can be located at either our Charlotte, NC office or our Corporate Headquarters in Hartsville, SC and is operating under a Hybrid Work Model.

This position can be located at either our Charlotte, NC office or our Corporate Headquarters in Hartsville, SC and is operating under a Hybrid Work Model.

We’d love to hear from you if:

You have a Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field.You have 2-4 years of experience obtained through a mix of public accounting and/or industry experience.You have demonstrated knowledge of GAAP, financial accounting and auditing methodologies and techniques.You have experience auditing in an Oracle environment is desired.You are proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.You are competent in prioritizing time and workload requirements.You have experience working in a manufacturing environment is preferred.You have experience with Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 (SOX) regulations and prior experience performing SOX Audits is required.You have a CPA, CIA is highly recommended but not required.

Travel: Sonoco is a dynamic company with worldwide operations. Staff will be involved with audits in foreign and domestic locations. This may range from approximately 15% - 25%.

Compensation:

The annual base salary range for this role is from $65,440 to $73,620.

At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits. *Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options401(k) retirement plan with company matchWellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of servicesPaid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and familyVariety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insuranceTuition reimbursement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.