Date: Sep 11, 2024 Location: San Juan, PR Company: Popular Workplace Type: Hybrid Auditor Job Type Full Time Opportunity General Description Evaluate and test the internal controls within the organization to verify that financial processes adhere to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act Section 404 requirements (SOX), preventing fraud and ensuring accurate financial reporting. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Assess risks related to financial reporting. • Perform interviews and walkthroughs, review documentation and test key controls to validate their design and operating effectiveness. • Analyzes data obtained from tests performed to determine that internal controls exist, are adequately designed and are working effectively. • Inspects accounting and financial systems to determine they are properly implemented in accordance with established procedures. • Document, discuss and report findings, including deficiencies and areas of improvement. • Challenges the SOX key controls determination and assigned risk ratings based on the current materiality thresholds and actual volume of transactions during the period under audit. • Stay informed about regulatory changes and industry best practices. Education Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting Experience Experience in internal or external audit, preferably in financial institutions and/or testing of internal control over financial reporting (SOX). Certifications / Licenses (preferred) The following certifications are preferred, but no required: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) Other Qualifications • Comprehensive understanding of internal control environments • Knowledge in audit, internal controls, risk assessments, finance and accounting practices and methods. • Outstanding interpersonal and communications skills (verbal / written); ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences, in both English and Spanish. • Strong analytical skills • Excellent people skills to develop and maintain good relationships with auditees, anticipate their needs, present alternatives, and provide follow-up to the agreements reached. • Working knowledge of MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint • Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. • Excellent organizational skills to work with multiple things and comply with established deadlines. • Excellent leadership and teamwork skills. • Results-driven and proactive. Values Passion for People Succeed Together Own Every Moment Build the Future