Sr. Internal Finance Auditor

At Pentair, you will work alongside passionate problem-solvers who are committed to the future of our planet. We put our purpose into practice, helping people sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water, life's most essential resource. From our residential and commercial water solutions to industrial water management and everything in between, our 9,750 global employees serve customers in more than 150 countries, working to help improve lives and the environment around the world.

We have an opportunity for a Senior Internal Finance Auditor to join our Internal Audit team in Golden Valley, MN. You will assist the Pentair Audit team to evaluate and improve Pentair's financial and operational activities to ensure compliance with laws and regulations, identify and mitigate risks, and suggest areas for improvement. You will primarily perform Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) testing as well as compliance, operational, and/or process reviews of Pentair's domestic and international operations. In this highly critical role, you will partner with management personnel across the company as well as financial, IT, and business operations.

** You will work a hybrid work schedule (3 days/week on-site) at our North American corporate headquarters in Golden Valley, MN. ** #LI-Hybrid

You will:

• Carry out the vision and mission of Internal Audit to implement a systematic and disciplined approach to evaluate risk and controllership.
• Actively participate in the audit planning, execution and wrap up processes of SOX and Non-SOX activities, including understanding business processes and underlying systems, conducting and participating in walkthroughs, and performing tests of design and operational effectiveness for key controls.
• Audit control adequacy and effectiveness across all cycles, including more complex areas such as revenue recognition and project accounting as well as costing and inventory management.
• Identify and clearly define audit issues and root causes, recommend improved internal controls and business processes, and ensure that corrective action plans are developed and implemented. Present these findings to Internal Audit leadership and the business management team.
• Document accurate and detailed work papers clearly describing the tests, results of work performed, and conclusions reached.
• Continuously suggest improvements to the Internal Audit team's processes and procedures.

Key Qualifications:

• Have earned a bachelor's (B.A. or B.S.) degree in accounting, finance, economics, or other relevant area of study. Certifications (CPA, CIA, CISA, etc.) strongly preferred.
• Have 2-4 years of public or internal financial audit experience, with a preference given to experience in large consulting firms, such as the Big 4. This will include a strong understanding of US GAAP.
• Demonstrated strong professional judgment, critical thinking, and written/oral communication skills.
• Experienced in using data and analytical tools to solve business problems and in the audit lifecycle, a plus (e.g., audit plan development, risk assessment, engagement execution, and issue management).
• Possess a proactive mindset and strong work ethic with a commitment to continuous improvement in a dynamic and changing environment that strives to exceed expectations.
• Ability to collaborate within a highly collaborative, team-oriented, multicultural, and global environment.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Travel:

• 15-20% travel, including international, to manufacturing sites and business offices. This will equate to approximately 6-8 weeks of travel per year, subject to change.

Compensation:

For this full-time position working at this location, the anticipated annualized base pay range will be from $82300 - $152800 / year. At Pentair, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the pay range. Pentair considers various factors in determining actual compensation for this position at the expected location. Actual compensation will be commensurate with a demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, work location, and other relevant business or organizational needs. This position may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as annual incentive bonus.

Benefits:

As a Pentair employee, you would enjoy a wide array of benefit options to help keep you and your family healthy and protected, health benefits, a generous 401(k), employee stock purchase program, disability benefits, life insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, parental leave, caregiver leave, tuition reimbursement, plus paid time off and wellness programs to encourage a healthy work/life balance.

Pentair is an Equal Opportunity Employer. With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day.