Seana McGuinness
About the Role
Essential Functions:
– Coordinate and supervise testing of the effectiveness of internal controls over financial
reporting.
– Assess the effectiveness of the design and operation of existing internal controls by
performing design walkthroughs to identify process gaps and improvement
opportunities
– Lead the execution of the annual SOX program including Project plan creation with identified
dates and milestones
– Build and maintain relationships with business/control owners as well as with the external
auditors to monitor the company’s compliance with established internal control related
activities
– Assist the RAAS VP in the execution of “non-SOX” audits
– Performs other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
– Integrity, objectivity and a high degree of professionalism.
– Excellent oral and written communication skills to interface well with all levels of
management.
– Ability to build relationships while asking tough questions.
– Strong project management, time management and organizational
skills.
– Personal initiative, resourcefulness, and professional
enthusiasm.
– Good background/experience with audit methodologies and
techniques.
– Prior success conducting external and/or internal audits.
– The success of the individual will also be determined by their dedication, service-ethic, and
ability to work as an effective team member.
– Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Teams.
Qualifications:
– A Bachelor’s degree is required, ideally in Accounting or Business
– Minimum of 5 to 8 years’ relevant experience with a Big 4, management consulting firm or
large/complex internal audit department (excluding internship)
– 6+ years of SOX related professional experience with a Big 4, or large/complex internal audit
department.
Travel: Less than 25% with shipboard travel likely


