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EMCOR Group, Inc. · 1 day ago

Director, Internal Audit & Compliance

Norwalk, CT

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$190K/yr - $222K/yr

7+ years exp

EMCOR Group, Inc. is a Fortune 500 company and a leader in mechanical and electrical construction, industrial and energy infrastructure, and building services. The Director, Internal Audit & Compliance will develop and implement long-term audit strategies and assist with the design and execution of internal controls across the company's operating companies.

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Responsibilities

Assist with the establishment and direction of long-term audit strategy, policies, and procedures

Perform risk assessments to identify significant financial risks and potential gaps in internal controls

Update annual audit plan, including scoping and materiality assessment

Participate in the design, implementation, and maintenance of effective internal controls across all EMCOR operating companies, including newly acquired entities

Establish and implement work programs and procedures for the audit of key financial and operational processes

Oversee the performance of individual operating company audits and review associated workpapers

Participate in confidential and/or complex audits, including investigation of potential whistleblower matters

Act as a main point of contact for internal and external stakeholders regarding audit and compliance matters

Provide support to the company’s external auditors through direct assistance model with a focus on increasing reliance on procedures performed by Internal Audit

Ensure accounting and results of operations are recorded in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and company policy

Ensure adherence to other applicable regulations and standards

Make recommendations to improve internal controls, business processes, and financial accounting practices

Prepare audit reports and board presentations to summarize the results of audit activities

Collaborate with EMCOR operating companies’ executive and senior leadership on the implementation of identified recommendations and monitor risk mitigation efforts

Work with corporate and segment accounting and finance personnel on acquisition due diligence and/or SOX integration

Develop and mentor Internal Audit team members, including department of 5 individuals

Proactively monitor changes in auditing standards and technology ensuring such changes are reflected in the department’s overall audit strategy

Qualification

AccountingCPAAudit strategyInternal controlsAnalytical skillsLeadershipCommunication skillsTime managementOrganizational skills

Required

B.A. / B.S. or equivalent experience; degree in Accounting and CPA preferred

Minimum 7 years of experience required; experience in construction accounting preferred and strong preference for Big 4 or equivalent experience

Proven ability to successfully plan, implement, and monitor comprehensive audit programs

Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills to assess compliance risks and leverage data for proactive improvements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills across all levels

Leadership skills to manage audit teams and develop staff; ability to work collaboratively across the organization

Effective time management and organizational skills; ability to work simultaneously on multiple tasks and meet audit deadlines

Thorough understanding of internal control concepts, with the ability to evaluate and determine the adequacy of controls relevant to business and technology risks

Ability to travel up to 30% to operating companies in various locations