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Itron, Inc., a U.S. public company dedicated to creating a more resourceful world by innovating the way utilities and cities manage energy and water, has an immediate opening for an Internal Audit Specialist. This role plays a key part in executing the independent and objective assurance and consulting activities, including risk-based audits across financial, operational, IT, and compliance areas and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) activities. This role requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual with strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, capable of working independently and as part of a team.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Audit Planning and Execution: Plan and conduct internal audit engagements across financial, operational, compliance, and IT areas. Execute fieldwork in alignment with the internal audit plan and defined objectives.

• SOX Compliance: Support SOX documentation and testing of key controls (design and operating effectiveness). Contribute to risk assessments and remediation activities.

• Documentation and Reporting: Prepare high-quality audit workpapers, summary memoranda, and audit reports that clearly support conclusions and recommendations. Communicate results to management in a concise and professional manner.

• Collaboration and Building Rapport: Develop and maintain effective working relationships with management and staff across different departments.

• External Auditor Support: Coordinate and facilitate activities with external auditors, ensuring timely and accurate responses to requests.

• Special Projects and Investigations: Contribute to or assist in the performance of ad hoc reviews, investigations, and special projects as required.

• Continuous Improvement: Stay abreast of relevant industry trends, regulatory requirements, and best practices in internal auditing. Contribute to the continuous improvement of the internal audit methodology and processes.

• Advisory Role: Be able to assist and address concerns of control owners in matters relating to testing or audit projects assigned. Serve as an advisor on ad hoc questions.

• Use problem-solving and critical thinking skills to quickly identify internal control deficiencies and process gaps, evaluate their risk implications, and seek to understand the broader impact of current decisions. Exercise professional skepticism, sound judgment, objectivity and integrity.

Education and Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline is essential.

• An appropriate professional qualification or certification in accounting and/or auditing, including ACA, ACCA, CIA, CPA, CFE or CISA, is preferred.

Experience Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in internal audit, external audit, or a related finance/compliance role.

• Experience in a multinational company is an advantage.

• Familiarity with internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and risk management methodologies.

• Experience with data analysis techniques and audit software is beneficial.

• Exposure to Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance requirements is a plus.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong understanding of auditing principles, practices, and techniques.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.

• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex issues simply and present findings and recommendations clearly and concisely.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills across all levels of the organization, including influencing skills to be able to drive ongoing improvements.

• Collaborative mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and value creation.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• High level of integrity, objectivity, and professional ethics.

• Ability to adapt to changing environments and learn quickly.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

• It is a standard office-based role with typical working conditions. No unusual physical demands are required.

• Travel: Up to 15%, including international travel (i.e., ability to travel outside of Ireland to other countries with required travel documentation)

We offer:

• Purpose: opportunity to create a more resourceful world by working on the 21st century’s biggest challenges: managing water, energy and gas.

• Career: the opportunity to develop in the consolidated GBS center of a multinational company with global scope.

• Compensation package: competitive salary, pension plan, health insurance, hybrid work arrangement, study support and parking.

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Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!

The successful candidate's starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.

Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email Accessibility@itron.com.

Itron enables utilities and cities to safely, securely and reliably deliver critical infrastructure solutions. We provide smart networks, software, services, meters, and sensors to better manage electricity, gas, water and city services. We are dedicated to creating a more resourceful world.