Financial Auditor

Job Description

As an Internal Auditor at Fortune Brands Innovations, you will play a vital role in evaluating and improving the company's internal processes, financial systems, and compliance with industry regulations. You will collaborate with various departments and stakeholders to identify areas of risk, implement effective internal controls, and provide recommendations for process enhancements. The Internal Auditor will also be responsible for leading and conducting audits, analyzing data, and preparing comprehensive reports for management and key internal and external stakeholders.

Position location: This role is designated as a hybrid role which includes working at least 3 days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) in our main office located in Deerfield, IL to foster better collaboration, connection, and innovation. This role also includes travel, up to 50% of the time. Travel will primarily be to our North American locations but some international travel may also be required.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

• Develop and execute a risk-based audit plan.
• Conduct thorough and independent internal audits of financial records, operational processes, and compliance with policies and regulations.
• Assess and test internal controls to identify weaknesses and areas for improvement.
• Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, anomalies, and potential risks.
• Develop a deep understanding of ERP applications (SAP, Oracle, Peoplesoft), processes and architectures by leveraging existing system documentation, interviewing key contacts and/ or assessing business processes, architecture, and data flow charts to scope audit projects.
• Leveraging technology and processes (RPA, robotics, data analysis) to ensure more coverage in a limited time, for all audits is a key deliverable.
• Collaborate with the IT Audit team in data gathering, design and testing of data visualizations and helping with the data transformation descriptions will be a plus.
• Prepare detailed audit reports that clearly communicate findings, recommendations, and action plans to senior management.
• Monitor and track the implementation of audit recommendations to ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and departments to understand their processes, assess risks, and provide guidance on control improvements.
• Stay updated on industry regulations, accounting standards, and best practices.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency enhancements.

Qualifications

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
• 2 years of internal or external audit experience, with a proven track record of leading and executing audits
• Strong knowledge of auditing standards, risk management, and internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO)
• Proficiency in data analysis and data visualization tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, Power BI)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with teams and present findings to stakeholders

Additional Information

Company Description:

At Fortune Brands Innovations, we believe that our innovation and success are fueled by the passion of our people and the strength of our teams. Together, we work to fulfill dreams of home by aligning around common goals, being agile in the face of change, holding ourselves accountable, and acting with integrity and transparency. We succeed when everyone belongs and strive to build a Home for All where all associates can be their true, authentic selves at work. Learn more about our culture here

At Fortune Brands Innovations, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays per policy), inclusive fertility / adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to support inclusivity and our associates’ feeling of belonging at work.

Fortune Brands Innovation (FBIN) is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within our operating segments: water, outdoors and security. We have an impressive track record of strong financial results, market outperformance and growth, which translates into career and professional growth opportunities for associates. Please visit our website at fbin.com to learn more

Equal Employment Opportunity

FBIN is an equal opportunity employer. FBIN evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

FBIN is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at FBIN.Recruiting@fbhs.com and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

About the Company:
Fortune Brands