Internal Audit Specialist

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Job Summary:

The Internal Audit function provides a variety of high quality and efficient audit and advisory services, including:

• Providing assurance about the effectiveness of internal controls.
• Testing compliance with policies and procedures.
• Reviewing financial processes that could affect the accuracy of Bechtel’s financial reporting.
• Monitoring systems and transactions to reduce the risk of theft, fraud or corruption.
• Evaluating aspects of risk management.
• Performing special investigations.

The Internal Audit function reports to the General Counsel and to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors; and is independent of other functions and Global Business Units.

The Internal Audit Specialist will be a key member of a Global Internal Audit team reporting to the Head of Global Internal Audit.

The audits will vary in complexity, and include large, complex projects within the Energy, Infrastructure, Mining & Metals, Nuclear, Safety and Environmental, and Manufacturing & Technology markets.

Audits may focus on projects, joint ventures, permanent offices, and specific processes.

Some audits are performed remotely, while others require site visits domestically and internationally.

This position can be based in Glendale, AZ or in Reston, VA.

This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and may require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project.

Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership”

Major Responsibilities:

• Manage audit engagements by defining the audit strategy in consultation with the Head of Global Internal Audit and audit management, and execute it in compliance with the company’s policies and procedures
• Execute complex audit procedures; perform detailed testing on audit engagements, and also delegate testing and review testing performed by others
• Assist in the execution of the enterprise-wide internal auditing strategy, and adhere to auditing standards and regulatory requirements
• Use auditing governance frameworks and procedures to plan and manage the auditing schedules, project, teams and tasks required to meet audit objectives
• Prepare audit reports and recommend enhanced controls or processes as needed
• Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and corrective actions.
• Ensure adherence to internal audit standards (e.g., GIAS, COSO) and regulatory requirements.
• Promote the use of data analytics and continuous auditing practices to enhance audit effectiveness.
• Participate in or lead special projects, fraud investigations, and enterprise risk initiatives.
• Maintain cooperative relationships with other functions within the company
• Help craft solutions to audit findings, review and follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations and identify action steps required to remediate within a reasonable time
• On occasion, deal effectively with ambiguous and unstructured problems and situations
• Move easily between big picture thinking and managing relevant detail
• Possess strong organizational and follow-through skills, including the ability to handle competing priorities to meet multiple deadlines and commitments
• Anticipate stakeholder needs, and develop and discuss potential solutions
• Contribute to an environment where technology and people thrive together

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting
• 10 years overall experience, including 8+ years in a Big 4 accounting firm, with external audit, internal audit or advisory services.
• Significant experience leading, planning, execution and reporting on audits and proven experience in delivering audit and assurance engagements
• Ability and willingness to travel for international audits – approximately 10 – 15% of the year

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Proven project management skills; excellent communication skills and has a collaborative approach
• Active CPA/ACCA/ACA license, CIA, CFE designation is a plus
• Experience with the engineering and construction industry preferred
• Strong data analytic skills

Total Rewards/Benefits:

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