Senior Internal Auditor

Join Xylem in the global mission to #LetsSolveWater! As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.This role is hybrid and can be based in: Charlotte, NC, Morrisville, NC, Pittsburgh, PA, Morton Grove, IL, or Rye Brook, NY.The RoleThe Senior Internal Auditor will assist with the development of work plans and execution of various internal audits including Anti-Corruption reviews, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOA) and other compliance, financial and operational audits. Based on a firm understanding of auditing standards, conducts various reviews to ensure the organization’s compliance with established policies, SOA and US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) requirements.CORE RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.• As a member of the Xylem Headquarters Internal Audit Group and reporting to the IA Senior Manager - Americas, you will lead and assist on various projects across the Americas region (US, Canada and Latin America) that encompass areas of SOA compliance, operational, financial and specialized audits.• Key responsibilities include review of SOA site controls, assessment of control design, recommending control design improvements where applicable, testing operating effectiveness of key controls and thorough completion of all work-paper testing and test plans.• 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).• Be a valued business partner to Xylem’s business teams across the organization.• Participation in Xylem’s Watermark volunteer activities.Qualifications• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, or Accounting is required.• At least one professional designation (CPA, CIA, CFE) or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics or Accounting is required.• 5-7 years of audit experience with an internationally recognized accounting firm and/or a large manufacturing enterprise is required.• In-depth understanding of auditing SOA compliance.• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).• Strong English communication skills, including written and spoken, is required. The ability to speak a second language (Spanish or Portuguese) is a plus.• Attention to detail, strong multi-project management and business partnership skills are necessary.• Experience with data mining and data analytics tools (e.g., ACL, PowerBI) is desired.• Workiva experience is a plus.• 15% to 25% travel (sometimes international/overnight) is required for this position.• Note: This is a position with high visibility that offers the potential ability to grow in the future. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who is highly motivated to grow his/her career within Xylem’s Operational Finance teams or at the Regional level.Salary Range$70,500.00 - $126,500.00Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of diversity, equity and inclusion in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We embrace diversity and prioritize our employees' well-being through our DE&I initiatives and Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment. Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation