- To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
- Assist on various projects across the ‘Emerging Markets’ region and ‘Enterprise’ that encompass areas of Sarbanes Oxley compliance, operational, financial and specialized audits.
- Review of Sarbanes Oxley site controls include assessment of control design, testing operating effectiveness of key controls and completion of testing work-papers.
- Financial audits will include review and testing of key Balance Sheet accounts, financial reporting and other special projects.
- Operational audits include the evaluation of business process and procedures, identification of operational improvement areas, and recommendations of best practice and standardization.
- Other Compliance reviews include an assessment of Anti-Corruption practices in accordance with corporate policies and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA).
- Apply professional accounting and auditing principles,
and corporate policies and procedures to projects.
- Completion of other activities may be required based on organization needs.
- Participation in Xylem’s Watermark volunteer activities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, or Accounting is required.
- A professional designation (CPA, CIA, CFE) is advantageous.
- At least 1 year of audit or related accounting/finance experience required.
- Knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley requirements.
- Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Robust English communication skills (verbal & written) is required.
- Ability to demonstrate critical thinking, attention to detail, self-motivation, self-direction, practical learning skills and enthusiasm
- 15% to 25% travel (sometimes international/overnight) is required for this position.