Staff Auditor - Corporate

Sears is committed to improving the lives of our customers by providing quality services, products and solutions that earn their trust and build lifetime relationships. We are proud of our diverse, high-performance team work environment and we strive for continuous improvement through keen focus on growth, effectiveness and a sense of urgency. Individuals who are driven to earn our customers' trust and business every day, who act with integrity, who treat everyone fairly and value diversity, and who are accountable for their actions are welcome to show interest in becoming a member of our winning team.

Financial member of integrated audit team, auditing organizational and functional activities with primary responsibilities to determine the adequacy of internal controls and the impact of control breakdowns under the supervision of Senior Staff and Audit Manager.

Qualifications
1. Maintains knowledge of general business and economic developments, and gains an understanding of the Company's industry and related financial control risks.
2. Assists Senior Staff in the development of scope and objectives, audit programs and audit reports during the planning, fieldwork and reporting phases of engagements.
3. Applies knowledge of financial concepts in executing audit fieldwork and day-to-day activities. Executes audit fieldwork by following and completing prepared work programs within the planned scope and time frame.
4. Prepares written communications such as client correspondence, memos, and other working papers that document the procedures performed, findings, and conclusions.
5. Interacts with client personnel and demonstrates a commitment to continually improve client satisfaction.
6. Demonstrates teamwork by cooperating with seniors and other staff, sharing information, accepting constructive feedback and accepting additional assignments when appropriate.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Minimum Bachelor's degree in Business (Accounting or Finance preferred).
2. Experience in the field of internal audit or public accounting is preferred. Accounting experience preferred from a mid-tier or Big Four firm, including experience with SEC registrants.
3. Ability to communicate effectively, both in oral and written fashion.
4. Professional credentials preferred: CPA/CIA
5. Strong problem solving skills required.
6. Ability to be self-directed.
7. Ability to travel 5 - 30% domestically/internationally.

Benefits
As a Sears professional, your career path options will be determined by your performance as well as your desire to advance further within Sears organization. And you'll get some of the best benefits in the industry:
-Medical, Dental and Legal Plans
-Associate Stock Purchase Plan
-Flexible Spending Accounts
-Associate Discounts
-Group Universal Life Insurance
-Long-Term Disability Insurance
-Long-Term Care Insurance
-Business Travel Accident Insurance
-Short-Term Disability
-Vacation/Personal and National Holidays
-WorkLife Solutions

Please Note: Different eligibility rules apply to certain benefits. Some businesses do not offer all benefits shown.


Sears is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.