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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.
We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.
SUMMARY
The Senior Auditor role will ensure successful completion of assigned audit engagements from start to finish, inclusive of planning, fieldwork and reporting activities. Reports to the Internal Audit Operations Director. Will be assigned as Audit Lead on certain audit engagements. At times, may not be assigned the Audit Lead position in order to assist in the development of other Audit staff. Supports daily activities of other auditors assigned to assist the Audit Lead during an engagement. Applies risk and control concepts to scenarios encountered and identifies potential issues. Communicates identified issues with the Audit Lead and Internal Audit management to ensure potential concerns are addressed in a timely and effective manner. This position will entail complex assignments requiring increased technical skills primarily in International Trade Compliance and supervisory responsibilities. It may also require involvement in departmental projects and related decisions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESConducts assigned audit engagement tasks/areas successfully from beginning to end
Identifies and communicates issues raised, offering recommended solutions relevant to business and risk
Maintain strong knowledge of UK, EU, and U.S. export controls (e.g., EAR, ITAR, EU/UK Military List, Dual-Use regulations) and sanctions regimes (e.g., OFAC, EU and UK Sanctions Lists).
Demonstrate familiarity with licensing systems and regulatory authorities across the UK, EU, and U.S.
Review and assess Customs classification, Country of Origin and Valuation.
Evaluate adherence to Free Trade Agreements and Preferential Origin rules.
Interpret and apply complex regulatory frameworks in the context of internal audits.
Supervises other auditors assigned to engagements providing guidance and overall review of deliverables
Ensures audit conclusions are based on a complete understanding of the process, circumstances, and risk
Develops engagement specific audit programs and testing procedures relevant to risk and test objectives
Obtains and reviews evidence ensuring audit conclusions are well-documented
Ensures adherence at all times to all applicable department and professional standards
Communicates status of assigned tasks to engagement lead in a manner that is clear and concise ensuring high quality, accurate, and efficient results
Organizes personal effort to be risk-based, productive, and efficient at all times
Ensures adequate focus on personal professional growth relevant to taking on more challenging assignments, in line with standard audit career progression; proactively seeks relevant education and training opportunities
Writes observations/findings and effectively and efficiently communicates details of observations/findings
Formulating professional development and educational plans for staff members
Planning and allocating resources and individuals in accordance with skills and schedules
Conducts interviews and discussions with other company functions (e.g., Legal, Compliance, IT and Finance) to understand perspectives and assess risk
Ability to work with all types of individuals in a constructive manner
Prioritizes assignments appropriately to meet deadlines and promptly communicates ahead of time any potential problems that would prevent the team from meeting its objectives
Leads or participates in department projects as assigned to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of department duties and responsibilities
Conducts interviews and participates in hiring and training processes
Perform any other tasks assigned by the Chief Audit Executive or Audit Director
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESBroad Export and/or Customs experience and increasing responsibility, preferably with a high technology/instrumentation/defense company or government agency that regulates international trade
Strong knowledge of UK, EU, and U.S. export controls (e.g., EAR, ITAR, UK or EU Member State Military List, Dual-Use regulations) and sanctions regimes (e.g., OFAC, EU and UK Sanctions Lists).
Proven experience auditing trade compliance programs and internal control procedures.
Familiarity with licensing systems and regulatory bodies in the UK, EU, and U.S.
Understanding of customs processes, including Declarations and documentation.
Knowledge of Free Trade Agreements and Preferential Origin rules.
Ability to interpret and apply complex regulatory frameworks in an audit context.
Ability to observe and understand business processes ensuring processes are documented completely and accurately
Ability to apply audit standards through practical application
Proactive in researching business best practice concepts in order to apply as appropriate
Solid listening skills and ability to identify gaps in logic - inquisitive
Strong organization and follow up skills including the ability to handle competing priorities and meet all deadlines and commitments
Reliability
Possess an appropriate combination of technical expertise in fields such as auditing, finance, technology, operations, or investigations
Ability to flourish in a fast-paced, complex environment and willing to adapt to change
Demonstrated ability to work in small teams and ensure successful results
Ability to give and follow instructions accurately and efficiently; proactive in asking clarifying questions to ensure work effort is directed wholly toward desired outcome
Ability to recognize when learned theoretical concepts should be applied
Solid understanding and ability to apply risk and control concepts
Ability to identify underlying cause of an issue identified
Eagerness to understand other departments in the company with risk, control, and governance responsibilities and what is necessary for successful tactical collaboration and information sharing
Good communication skills along with good or developing negotiation skills
Ability to identify sensitive issues and facilitate communications in a proactive manner to avoid surprises
Willingness and ability to adapt to new circumstances, information, and challenges
Executes effective and thorough application of all internal audit policies and performance standards within assigned responsibility Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally (20-30% of time)
EDUCATIONAL, EXPERIENCE AND STATUS REQUIREMENTSBachelor's degree in a field such as International Trade, Business Administration, Law or the equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience (5-7 years)
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job may provide general supervision to an audit, service or department project which may include supervision of other staff members and direct supervision of other exempt and non-exempt personnel. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include providing leadership to employees, interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
COMPETENCIES
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Professional Ethics:Upholds and promotes The Institute of Internal Auditor's Code of Ethics
Adheres to the organization's key policies, practices and procedures
Treats other fairly without discrimination
Maintains objectivity in appearance and fact
Investigates ethical issues and proposes measures for resolution
Acts with due sensitivity where ethical principles are being abused
Exercises due professional care
Applies ethical principles and values to the activities being audited
Explains the responsibility of internal audit with respect to the ethical climate of the organization
Discusses ethical conflicts with the Chief Audit Executive
Internal Audit Management:Analyzes own strengths and weaknesses to maximize personal contribution to the organization
Strives for quality and excellence and encourages others to do the same
Takes personal accountability for results delivered in areas of responsibility
Continues professional development and utilizes relevant learning opportunities
Assesses self-development and career needs and takes advantage of new challenges as opportunities for personal and professional growth
Maintains up-to-date competencies required for effective internal audit delivery
Values and promotes diverse viewpoints and cultural sensitivity
Supports and contributes to the recruitment process within the internal audit function
Acts as a role model by exemplifying high performance for team members
Anticipates and responds sensitively to staff problems, concerns and questions
Articulates clear expectations and business goals and links these to organizational strategy
Delegates tasks in a constructive and supportive fashion
Monitors staff performance and workload and provides constructive and timely feedback to help others achieve their goals
Coaches others to enhance their competence and professional development
Develops and implements a plan for professional development for members of the internal audit function
Provides opportunities and proactive input in the development and career needs of others
Uses a variety of assessment tools and tests to assess a candidate's capability and competence
Governance Risk and Control:Operates within the organization's frameworks for governance, risk and control
Supports a culture of fraud risk awareness at all levels of the organization
Maintains an understanding of the processes used to support fraud investigations
Creates audit engagement plans based on the risk and its impact on the organization
Applies the concepts of controls during audit activities
Provides an explanation on the risk profile of the internal audit engagement to relevant parties
Assesses and accounts for the potential for fraud risk and identifies common types of fraud associated with the internal audit engagement
Evaluates the appropriateness of the organization's frameworks for governance, risk and control
Ensures internal audit activities are aligned with and enhances the organization's enterprise risk management strategy and risk profile
Ensures that proposals for improvements to internal controls are balanced with organizational objectives and capabilities
Business Acumen:Takes account of cultural aspects of the organization
Takes account of the mission, strategic objectives and business nature of the organization
Maintains industry specific knowledge appropriate to the audit engagements
Assesses and takes account of basic macroeconomic and microeconomic factors and relevance to the audit engagements
Maintains a current understanding of the latest global developments, regulatory and legal requirements and assesses the relevance to the audit engagements
Demonstrates sound working knowledge of the quality control frameworks relevant to the audit engagements
Maintains knowledge of the organization and its risks
Maintains industry specific knowledge appropriate to the organization
Communication:Secures the trust of others through positive use of communication
Fosters open communication
Demonstrates respect for others, and customizes messages to reflect the needs of the target audience
Organizes and expresses ideas clearly and with confidence in order to influence others
Selects appropriate communication forms (verbal, non-verbal, visual, written) and media (face to face, electronic, paper-based)
Employs the technical conventions of language (spelling, punctuation, grammar, etc.) correctly
Listens actively, asking questions as required to check own understanding
Solicits feedback from audience to gauge the effectiveness of the communication
Anticipates reactions to communication and plans responses in advance
Discusses audit findings and their impacts professionally and confidently with appropriate levels of the organization
Interprets and uses body language to reinforce communication
Uses graphical methods to communicate processes and other complex information
Delivers information in a structured fashion to foster learning and development among members of the audience
Applies appropriate communication skills in interviews
Persuasion and Collaboration:Upholds service orientated attitude
Anticipates and makes allowances for the impact of own interpersonal style on others when communicating and building relationships
Manages conflict by negotiating and resolving disagreements
Takes account of an organization's politics and acts accordingly
Puts people at ease and builds open, constructive relationships with all parties
Identifies and manages the needs and expectations of the stakeholders
Collaborates with others and encourages others to work collaboratively
Leads by example with regard to respect, helpfulness and cooperation
Maintains independence and objectivity in all situations
Recognizes own limitations and seeks advice and support where required
Respects confidentiality and secures the trust of other parties
Participates fully as a team player
Works to remove organizational barriers and identifies resources to assist the internal audit team
Applies a knowledge of motivation theory and group dynamics when encouraging others
Nurtures and builds effective partnerships with audit engagement clients to achieve results
Shows resilience in difficult situations to push through resistance and then work with people in a constructive manner
Makes a positive impact on others, demonstrates credibility and secures respect and cooperation
Uses a range of strategies to build active consensus and support
Critical Thinking:Maintains curiosity and exercises professional skepticism
Ensures that information in decision making is relevant, accurate and sufficient
Selects and uses a variety of manual and automated tools and techniques to obtain data and other information on business process
Analyzes and appraises the efficiency and effectiveness of business processes
Applies problem solving techniques for routine situations
Uses critical thinking to identify and propose tactics for business process improvement
Applies data collection, data mining, data analysis and statistical techniques
Ensures that the relevant tools and techniques are used during the business process analysis
Selects and uses appropriate research, business intelligence and problem-solving techniques to analyze and solve complex situations
Assists management in finding practical solutions to address issues identified through audit activity
Internal Audit Delivery:Maintains objectivity throughout the audit engagements
Applies the organization's audit methodology and carries out the audit procedures to meet the specific audit engagement objectives
Manages all resources efficiently to ensure the engagement objectives are met
Demonstrates efficiency and persistence, managing own time and ensuring engagement deadlines and objectives are met
Selects and applies the appropriate tools and techniques to data gathering, analysis and interpretation, and reporting
Plans and conducts audit engagements to identify key risks and controls
Obtains reliable, relevant and sufficient evidence and evaluates critically
Develops and ensures that working papers are a true reflection of all activities performed during the audit engagement
Presents findings and proposes recommendations that deal with root cause of issues and impact to the organization
Follows up with management to ensure that management actions have been effectively implemented or that senior management has accepted the risk of not taking action
Supervises the execution of audit engagements to ensure that objectives are met and quality is assured
Develops, implements and monitors project plans to ensure delivery in accordance with agreed timelines
Provides assurance and advisory services to senior management and the board
Ensures that the scope of work is appropriate for the audit assignment
Improvement and Innovation:Initiates and manages change within sphere of responsibility
Encourages others to embrace change by explaining the intended benefits
Identifies the risks associated with change and adapts audit activity to manage the risks
Assesses the potential barriers and resources for change initiatives
Maintains personal performance and effectiveness in changing and ambiguous environments
Accommodates new priorities and implements positive changes in area of work
Anticipates reactions to change and adapts own style to support others
Seeks and justifies opportunities for continuous improvement
Encourages others to propose innovative ideas and provides positive feedback to ensure new ideas are progressed
Contributes to insight and proposals for change and improvement
Investigates and analyzes the reasons for change in the organization
Implements change programs across the audit function and team
Adjusts team priorities to new and changing priorities of the organization
QUALIFICATIONS:
SC clearance eligibility required.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial reports and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries from business unit leaders. Ability to effectively present information to Corporate, business unit and/or segment management.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of MS Outlook; MS Excel and MS Word software.
Corporate: Strong knowledge of corporate organization.
Reporting: Ability to efficiently summarize and provide timely report on the status of ongoing activities.
Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.
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