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Frost, PLLC · 1 month ago

Animal Welfare Auditor (Contractor)

Little Rock, AR

Contract

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Frost, PLLC is seeking a Certified PAACO (Swine) Animal Welfare Auditor Contractor to ensure adherence to high standards of animal welfare and ethical practices. The role involves conducting audits of facilities and suppliers to assess and improve animal welfare conditions.

Accounting

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Conduct audits at assigned facilities

Ensure consistency and accuracy in all audits and audit reports

Communicate with client in preparation for audit

Maintain confidentiality about all aspects of work and adhere to all procedures established by FACTA and its auditing clients

Follow and adhere to all required protocols and procedures including submitting a detailed time and expense report prior to firm deadline

Scheduling audit associated travel

Communicate with management, producers and others as needed

Able to work independently in a timely manner without direct oversight

Effectively exhibit communication, listening, and problem-solving skills including asking questions. Escalate risks and issues beyond own experience or skill set

Comply with Firm practice management procedures and systems

Complete audit procedures that obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence with a focus on quality and in accordance with applicable auditing standards

Maintain professional skepticism including consideration of alternative and disconfirming evidence

Complete tasks and deliverables to a high-quality standard

Keep senior team members informed of significant developments and progress on the engagement

Basic knowledge of industry jargon. Intermediate knowledge in swine

Travel required with some trips beginning on Sunday evening. Frequency depending upon amount of work contracted. Audits are located across the United States

Qualification

PAACO Certification (Swine)Animal welfare experienceAnimal production knowledgeMicrosoft Office SuiteMulti-tasking skillsLivestock handling toolsEffective communication skillsAttention to detailOrganizational skillsIndependent work ability

Required

Bachelor's degree and education related to animal production and welfare is preferred

A minimum of five years of experience and/or training in swine production or welfare (equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered). Please note this does not include veterinary care for domestic animals

Hold an active PAACO Certification (Swine)

Animal welfare or animal husbandry exposure is required

Computer proficiency required with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Possess a U.S. passport or real ID

Effective oral and written communication skills

Exceptional attention to detail

Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills

Ability to work independently, follow through on all assignments and meet deadlines

Possess working knowledge of livestock handling tools

Ability to travel to on-site audits

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Working on farm may require walking for several miles in uneven terrain, sitting for extended periods, standing for extended periods, kneeling, crouching, and working in varying temperatures

To ensure that biosecurity guidelines are followed and met the applicant cannot own or have any regular contact with birds or pigs. This includes domestic birds, pets, and commercial livestock. Any contact including hunting, requires at least 72 hours of downtime prior to contract work with FACTA