Alamo Group Inc. is now accepting applications to fill the position of Corporate Staff Auditor at its Corporate Headquarters in Seguin, TX (25 miles east of San Antonio, TX).
Under general direction, the Staff Auditor will review and analyze the various operations of Alamo Group to ensure compliance with all corporate policies and applicable laws and regulations affecting the Company and its business practices. The selected individual will assist with special studies for Management as needed; including, but not limited to, the mechanics of fraud detection and the development of controls for fraud prevention.
The Corporate Staff Auditor will:
Review company compliance with Sarbanes Oxley and other regulatory requirements Visit North American manufacturing facilities to examine records, evaluate procedures and analyze information for evidence of deficiencies in controls, duplication of effort, extravagance, fraud or lack of compliance with laws, government regulations, and management policies/procedures Assist in preparation of reports, determine potential corrective action, follow up on recommendations and ensure corrective actions have been completed Investigate issues and concerns with non-compliance Assist member companies with areas of concern or areas targeted for change/improvement, when necessaryThe ideal candidate will have/be:
Knowledge of internal audit practices, principles and procedures, including audit planning techniques and methods used to examine, verify and analyze business and financial operations, information, records, statements and reports Knowledge of the Institute of Internal Auditors Professional Practice Framework and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards Highly skilled and proficient with the use of personal computers; including spreadsheet analysis and mainstream office software Able to focus and attend to detail to ensure error free/exact reporting Able to identify problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and recommend solutions Able to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses or recommendations, conclusions or approaches to problems Able to build and foster effective business relationships with customers and other department managers and executives Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with the ability to formulate and deliver information and material in a clear and concise manner Able to work irregular and/or extended hours, including weekends and holidays as internal audit schedules dictate Able to travel (20-25%) domestically by common air carrier and automobile Able to maintain an insurable driving record and obtain a valid U.S. driver's licenseEducation and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in accounting or other similar field required 1-3 years of experience working in an internal or external audit function; experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus Experience with JD Edwards or other ERP systems is a plusWorking Conditions:
Work performed in an office environment, with frequent sitting for extended periods of time and occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling of 10 pounds in the performance of administrative duties. Occasional exposure to a non-climate controlled manufacturing environment.