Senior Auditor - Internal Controls

Westlake

The Role

Overview

Lead internal audit projects, assess and test control effectiveness, report findings

Key Responsibilities

  • data analysis
  • audit planning
  • risk assessment
  • testing
  • reporting
  • stakeholder communication

Tasks

-Working independently with limited direction and guidance, and effectively coordinating project activities with other team members. -Identifying opportunities for improvements in processes and internal controls and discussing improvement opportunities with process owners. -Teaming and working collaboratively with other member of the internal audit function, internal audit management and other stakeholders on all assignments. -Presenting findings to internal audit managers, the Chief Audit Executive, and process owners. -Perform planning, organizing, analyzing, testing, and reporting to management on the results of internal audit projects. -Performing assessments of the implementation of management action plans. -Participating in and at times having a leading role in opening (kick-off) and closing meetings for projects. -Developing audit work programs and preparing workpapers that support observations and document work performed. -Assisting in assessing business, compliance and control risks in the planning phase of projects and in developing risk-based project plans and procedures. -Performing data analysis using data analytics tools and artificial intelligence resources, evaluating results, and drawing conclusions on the results. -Supporting external audit firm personnel performing the financial statement audit and subject matter specialist firm personnel performing consulting engagements. -Drafting written descriptions of issues that are clear and concise that can be included in project reports and in reports to the board of directors. -Communicating effectively with management, team members, and other personnel throughout the organization.

Requirements

  • coso
  • bachelor's
  • caseware
  • sap
  • cisa
  • internal audit

What You Bring

-Knowledge of governance activities and control frameworks such as COSO is preferred. -Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Engineering or other related business degree required. -Experience analyzing financial statement and managerial reporting data is preferred. -Demonstrating maturity, poise, self-confidence, and tact while working other employees in the company. -Experience performing data analytics leveraging data analytics tools (such as CaseWare IDEA) and leveraging artificial intelligence resources is preferred. -Ability to travel up to 30% of the time (may include international travel). -Minimum combination of 4 years’ experience in internal audit or 3 years in public accounting or consulting. -Professional certification (CISA, CIA, CPA, CFE, or equivalent) or demonstrated progress towards a professional certification is preferred. -Experience working with SAP and JD Edwards is a plus. -Experience with business communication, such as opening and closing meetings, and conducting interviews is preferred. -Knowledge of internal audit practices, and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance requirements and testing approaches is preferred.

The Company

About Westlake

-Began from a single polyethylene plant in Louisiana and has expanded through strategic acquisitions. -Operates two main segments: Performance & Essential Materials and Housing & Infrastructure Products. -Produces significant quantities of low-density polyethylene and PVC, ranging from raw materials to finished goods. -Productions include PVC siding, pipes, epoxy resins, and polyethylene products for construction, automotive, packaging, and healthcare sectors. -Achieved record EBITDA in the HIP segment in Q4 2024, largely due to increased demand for PVC pipe and fittings. -Family-led ownership maintained by the founding Chao family, operating under a unified global brand.

Sector Specialisms

Housing

Infrastructure

Building Products

Pipe & Fittings

Global Compounds

Residential Construction

Flexible Packaging

Rigid Packaging

Automotive Products

Healthcare Products

Wind Energy Materials

Water Treatment

Coatings

Durable Goods

Non-durable Goods

Swimming Pools

Drinking Water

Food Processing

Chemical Delivery Equipment

Tablet Chlorination Equipment