Performs and manages multiple, concurrent internal reviews of complex financial, operational, and IT processes and audits internal controls to ensure compliance with accounting standards (SOX & SOC) and/or company policies. Identifies, resolves, and/or recommends solutions, which are presented to Company Management. May serve as the project leader on standard audits, the senior member of large-scale audits, or conduct complex audits independently.

• Oversees the efforts for multiple, concurrent audit projects with varying degrees of complexity and conducts audits in accordance with departmental standards.
• Implements audit strategies and programs for assessment of the Company’s various worldwide operations and processes affecting financial reporting to support Management’s annual 404 assessment.
• Performs walkthroughs, tests and analyses, gathers audit evidence, evaluates results, and develops conclusions about the adequacy of internal controls. Documents the work performed and conclusions according to departmental standards.
• Coordinates examinations, deficiency monitoring and remediation testing and reporting of company’s Systems & Organizational Control (SOC 1 and SOC 2 programs).
• Builds effective relationships with business partners and senior management worldwide to stay abreast of activities within the Company’s operations for consideration for risk assessment and audit scoping.
• Discusses the results of audit tests and conclusions with Company management and obtains agreement on facts. Writes observations and persuasive recommendations regarding effective remediation solutions to include in professional audit reports to management and discusses solution options with management.
• Supports department leadership in responding to management queries regarding the internal control environment, and in carrying out investigations of alleged financial mismanagement, loss of assets, or other irregularities.
• Coaches, trains and monitors audit staff assigned providing appropriate oversight and guidance related to testing strategy, auditing technique, and sampling methodology throughout the audit cycle. Reviews the work of staff for sufficiency of approach, accuracy and completeness of audit procedures.
• Identifies and acts upon new and more efficient applications of technology in completing audit work.
• Identifies and implements ideas for improvement in the department’s procedures and work processes.
• Collaborates with external auditors and internal compliance functions as well as other internal parties to minimize business disruptions related to audit activities.
• Performs other job responsibilities and duties as assigned by Management.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a business-related field is required. Advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or Information Systems is desired
• Six years of auditing, accounting, management or related experience.
• Strong knowledge and application of US GAAP, SOX, COSO and risk-assessment practices, internal controls, and International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
• Candidate needs to be bilingual (English and Spanish)
• Experience in interpreting and testing SOC Reporting (Service and Organization Controls Reports) requirements.
• Certification as a CPA is required.
• Position requires domestic and international travel.
• Strong project management abilities as well as excellent oral and written communication skills, both verbal and written. Excellent business report writing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Pursues professional self-development and stays abreast of emerging trends and leading practices in information technology, auditing, risk management, accounting and auditing fields through continuing education, seminars, review of professional journal and self-study programs in the areas of management, accounting, auditing, and information technology.

Why Crawford?

Because a claim is more than a number — it’s a person, a child, a friend. It’s anyone who looks to Crawford on their worst days. And by helping to restore their lives, we are helping to restore our community – one claim at a time.

At Crawford, employees are empowered to grow, emboldened to act and inspired to innovate. Our industry-leading team pioneers new solutions for the industries and customers we serve. We’re looking for the next generation of leaders to take this journey with us.

We hail from more than 70 countries and speak dozens of languages, reflecting the global fabric of the audience we serve. Though our reach is vast, we proudly operate as One Crawford: united in purpose, vision and values. Learn more at www.crawco.com.

When you accept a job with Crawford, you become a part of the One Crawford family. 

• Our total compensation plans provide each of our employees with far more than just a great salary
• Pay and incentive plans that recognize performance excellence
• Benefit programs that empower financial, physical, and mental wellness
• Training programs that promote continuous learning and career progression while enhancing job performance
• Sustainability programs that give back to the communities in which we live and work
• A culture of respect, collaboration, entrepreneurial spirit and inclusion

Crawford & Company participates in E-Verify and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V Crawford & Company is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Crawford via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from Crawford HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of Crawford. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Crawford as a result of the referral or through other means.

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