Internal Auditor, IT & Financial Process – Remote Based in US Eastern Time Zone

Cabot Corporation (NYSE: CBT) is a leading global specialty chemicals and performance materials company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, USA.

Our businesses deliver a broad range of products and solutions to customers in every corner of the globe, serving the transportation, infrastructure, environment and consumer industry sectors. We bring the power of innovative chemistry to solve customers' challenges today while preparing them to meet tomorrow’s needs. Our commitment to innovation is driven by a passion to advance our customers' businesses through our deep understanding of their applications and the global trends that impact their operations.

If you do not meet every requirement, or your experience is slightly different that what we have listed, we still encourage you to apply! 

Your Role at Cabot:

Cabot Corporation is seeking an experienced Internal Auditor to join the Global Internal Audit team. This role will be remote, but external applicants should be geographically based in the Eastern Time Zone. Internal applicants will be considered from Cabot locations in the Americas and EMEA.

As a global organization with headquarters in Boston, MA, this role offers skilled audit professionals the opportunity for domestic and international travel. This individual works with other members of the Internal Audit team to conduct audits to determine the effectiveness and compliance of internal controls over financial reporting throughout Cabot. This role will lead the audits of the design and operating effectiveness of the company’s IT General Controls (ITGCs), IT Application Controls (ITACs) and report testing.  The auditor will also lead and / or assist in audits of Business Process or operational controls for Cabot locations globally. 

This is an ideal opportunity for individuals seeking challenging audit work, including exposure to both business process and IT audits, with a publicly traded global organization that fosters career development and allows opportunities to have a meaningful impact and contribute to the success of the organization.

This is a remote position with ~30-40% travel in the EMEA, APAC, NA, and SA regions, at times on short notice. External applicants should be geographically based in the Eastern Time Zone.

How You’ll Make an Impact: 

• Conducts thorough review of documentation and business records to determine compliance with IT and financial process control standards and established procedures.

• Leads the annual global SOX audit process for ITGCs, ITACs, and reports testing; will also lead and/or participate in individual SOX business audits, as required per the annual audit plan.

• Leads or assist with other IT audits (e.g., system implementation audits) as determined by the audit plan.

• Recognizes and evaluates significance of deviations from standards, procedures, and good business practices. Recognizes the existence of problems or potential problems and determines further research to be undertaken. 

• Prepares audit reports or portions of reports detailing observations and audit results and proposing solutions to correct problems.

• Interfaces with internal clients and participates in meetings regarding audits and recommendations. Follows up on implementation of audit solutions.

• Coordinates with Internal Audit’s co-sourced provider and external auditors.

What You’ll Bring to Cabot:

• 3+ years of auditing experience.

• BS / BA in business with a concentration in information systems, accounting, or related field.

• Masters in Business, Accounting, Finance or Information Systems is a plus.

• SOX testing experience across all ITGC categories required.

• Experience testing business process controls, and/or enthusiasm to develop experience in non-IT audit areas.

• Big 4 auditing experience is a plus.

• Relevant certification (Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or international equivalent) or significant progress towards designation preferred.

• Ability to accommodate ~30-40% domestic and international travel, at times on short notice.

• Ability to multi-task, managing competing priorities across multiple audits at different stages of completion.

• Language skills which overlap Cabot’s footprint preferred (Mandarin a plus).

• Knowledge of auditing principles and practices. Ability to apply internal auditing standards, procedures, and techniques. Solid knowledge of IT Audit practices and standards, with additional exposure to financial reporting processes.

• Knowledge of common indicators of fraud, fraud scenarios and fraud testing.

• Project management skills. Ability to plan and lead corporate, plant and service center audits. Experience using Optro (formerly AuditBoard) for IA workflow and reporting is a plus.   

• Ability to communicate clearly and succinctly both verbally and in writing, as well as interact and work with others collaboratively. Ability to convey such matters as engagement objectives, evaluations, conclusions, and recommendations effectively.

• Ability to organize and analyze large amounts of data and materials and draw well-reasoned conclusions. Skills in continuous auditing, data analytics and data mining a plus.

How We’ll Support Your Success:

• The pay range for this role is from $89,100-$125,800. The actual compensation offered to the successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skill, qualifications, experience and location. In addition, all positions are eligible for health benefits on the first day of employment, 401K savings plans, vision, dental and annual bonus based on company performance.

• Dynamic, Flexible, Hard Working, Team Environment – We are a busy and collaborative team.  Each team member’s input and perspective is valued and respected, which ultimately shapes the direction of our audits!

• Values – Our core values include integrity, respect, excellence and responsibility and they drive the interactions and operations within the company and within our communities. We take responsibility for people and the environment. We are committed to the wellbeing of our employees and to the care of our environment.

• Growth – Cabot works to promote from within and provide opportunities for continued growth to team members. We provide training, coaching, and support to help you to grow in your position and in our organization.

• Support – You will be part of a team that cares about you personally and professionally. Our success depends on your success. We are committed to giving and receiving feedback in a direct and open fashion.

• Remote Work Environment – The autonomy to manage your schedule and demonstrate your ability to work independently and determine your own success.

• Meaningful Work that is Valued – Cabot is a publicly traded US company, with a significant global footprint. The importance of internal controls is understood throughout the organization. The work of Internal Audit is valued, and Internal Audit is a respected partner in the company.

• Benefits, Vacation, Etc. – We offer a competitive package of benefits. Benefits begin on first day of employment. Cabot Benefits

#LI-REMOTE

At Cabot, we bring the power of innovative chemistry and a spirit of partnership with our customers to advance solutions that will enable a sustainable future. Our strength in research and development is a major reason why we have been an industry leader for more than 135 years in products such as reinforcing and specialty carbons, battery materials, aerogel, fumed metal oxides, inkjet colorants, masterbatches and conductive compounds.

Our employees around the world are united by our shared purpose: Creating materials that improve daily life and enable a more sustainable future. Through our corporate strategy, “Creating for Tomorrow,” we are focused on our core strengths to lead in performance and sustainability – today and into the future.

EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled/RC14001
Realizing we function better together than individually, Cabot Corporation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that embraces our differences and to empower employees to achieve exceptional results, without consideration of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation for employees’ and applicants’ disabilities or religious beliefs and practices, in accordance with applicable law.

Cabot is committed to supporting and maintaining a safe and environmentally focused working environment. All employees are expected to uphold this commitment in every position.

Nondiscrimination Policy with Respect to Discussion of Pay
This is to advise that it is the policy of Cabot Corporation not to discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. This policy, however, shall not apply to instances in which an employee who has access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as part of that employee's essential job functions (such as in payroll or HR) discloses the compensation of such other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to such information, unless that disclosure is in response to a formal complaint or charge, in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing or other action, including an investigation conducted by Cabot, or otherwise as required by law.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing and Background Checks
Cabot is proud to operate as a drug-free workplace. All applicants conditionally offered a position must (a) complete and pass a background check and (b) complete a drug test and receive an acceptable test result. For certain manufacturing, quality and production positions, a pre-employment physical may be required.