Senior Auditor - Internal Audit - SOX

Job Summary

Internal Audit:
Internal Audit is an independent function and an integral part in the management if the internal control system.  This function conducts a broad comprehensive program of internal auditing including financial, operational, information systems, management advisory and other special projects.  The incumbent will perform audits of Company procedures and accounting practices on all levels of corporate activity, while maintaining the confidentiality of all Company information obtained. 

SOX:
Support the enhancement, oversight, and execution of UGI’s enterprise-wide internal controls program.  Involvement in this program includes 1) UGI Corp-specific responsibilities: maintaining SOX process documentation; working with control owners to assess and optimize control design and operation; evaluating the design and testing the operating effectiveness of SOX controls; identifying, reporting and assisting in the remediation of control deficiencies; and 2) Enterprise-wide responsibilities: communicate and coordinate with BU SOX Liaisons; and interact with external auditors (internal auditors if applicable) as needed.  In addition, this individual may assist in providing key project implementation teams across UGI’s Family of Companies with risk/control guidance and support.

This role is hybrid, 2 days a week in the office which is in King of Prussia, PA.

Duties and Responsibilities

Internal Audit:

• Assists in the planning of audit engagements, including the development of the audit scope, and audit program.
• Applies the Internal Audit Methodology and the Standards in performing and/or supervising staff on walkthrough procedures, testing, and documentation.
• Evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal controls over the audit activities.  
• Makes recommendations to improve internal control.
• Assesses all facts and context related to an exception noted in testing.
• Appropriately documents exceptions. 
• Presents audit findings to management.

Other Audit Functions:

• Assists Manager or Supervisor in performing follow-up on reported observations and recommendations.
• When assigned, coaches and trains Associate and Staff auditors. 
• Performs external auditor assistance work, including Sarbanes-Oxley Act related testing.
• Performs location-based (District) audit procedures, as needed. 
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Tests and evaluates the effectiveness of anti-fraud programs and controls.

SOX:

• Directly support multiple businesses across the UGI Family of Companies. 
• Perform walkthroughs and tests of SOX key controls.
• Supervise and review the work of BP SOX Analysts. 
• Establish effective working relationships and serve as a “change agent”/”subject matter expert” with key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with BU SOX Liaisons. 
• Facilitate quarterly external reporting requirements related to SOX.
• Conduct periodic trainings of internal controls and SOX/audit requirements.
• Support quarterly reporting. 
• Administer the SOX compliance tool (AuditBoard), as needed.

Professionalism and Business Understanding (at all times)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Understand and apply audit procedures and IIA standards, with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of COSO and risk theory.
• Knowledge of US GAAP, SOX compliance rules (sections 302 and 404 in particular), COSO framework and applicable PCAOB/SEC developments.
• Proficient at intermediate/advanced level in Excel and working knowledge of MS Office applications.
• Collaborates and works effectively with different stakeholders and in team.
• Ability to have a big picture and adapt creative solutions quickly.
• Good research skills.
• Understand and comply with business ethics and fraud concepts.
• Good analytical, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Training and mentoring skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• 3 years of risk-based auditing experience.
• Knowledge of computer software packages such as Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Word. 
• Experience with automated audit workpapers
• Can use analysis techniques to identify process gaps, trends, correlations, deviation, and measure the efficiency and effectiveness of business processes.
• Ability to think creatively in new environments to be able to provide suggestions for the audit approach or applicable business solutions.

Education and Experience

• At least 2-3 years of audit work experience, preferably in internal audit, public accounting, public company financial reporting, SOX compliance or finance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business or related field.  
• CPA, CIA or CFE are desirable. 

Working Conditions:

• Position is based in the corporate office in Valley Forge. Ability to travel 10-15% and/or commute to our Reading locations occasionally.