Internal Audit Senior Manager
Location: Lake Oswego, OR
Workplace Type: Onsite

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At Greenbrier, we do the hard work that matters. The Greenbrier Companies (NYSE:GBX) is powering the movement of products around the world as a leading designer, manufacturer and supplier of freight rail transportation equipment and services.

Greenbrier’s heritage of hard work and industrial innovation is celebrated at every level of our organization. We structure our business to support teams that deliver innovative solutions for our customers while positively impacting the world around us.

Greenbrier’s success begins with people. We believe in supporting our global workforce through our unwavering attention to Safety, Quality, Respect for People and Customer Satisfaction. Our IDEAL commitment is rooted in these values, which promotes Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access, and Leadership, creating a culture where employees are fulfilled and feel good about coming to work every day. A diverse, qualified, and engaged talent base is the key to our success.

Summary

The Greenbrier internal audit department adds value to the business by strengthening its ability to meet objectives through organizationally independent assessments of risk management, internal control, and governance processes. Recommendations, insights, and consultations help Greenbrier create, protect, and sustain value.

The Internal Audit Manager will lead a team in executing Greenbrier’s global risk-based internal audit plan, including operational, compliance, financial, and technology audits. This strategic role requires an individual who can develop and lead internal audit professionals to ensure consistent application of the IIA’s Global Internal Audit Standards and industry best practices.

The ideal candidate will be a lifelong learner who demonstrates curiosity, integrity, credibility, dedication, and the highest ethical standards. Strong project management skills, attention to detail, and clear, succinct writing are crucial to deliver timely, accurate, and effective audit reports.

Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the following essential duties satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned to address business needs and changing business practices.

Responsibilities and duties of this role include, but are not limited to:

  • Assist with the development of the annual risk-based internal audit plan by conducting risk assessment interviews and analyzing risk factors including, but not limited to, likelihood, significance, velocity of change, and susceptibility to fraud.

  • Review engagement level risk assessments and the development of engagement scope.

  • Review audit programs, flowcharts, test plans, and audit reports to ensure high quality deliverables that are consistent with the IIA’s Global Internal audit Standards and industry best practices.

  • Validate reportable issues, consult on management action plans, and maintain an up-to-date status report.

  • Prepare clear and concise audit reports, summarizing findings, recommendations, and management responses.

  • Manage and provide timely feedback to team members, in support of high-quality deliverables and professional development.

  • Build effective working relationships with business and functional partners and ensure stakeholders are kept informed of audit status.

  • Implement processes and templates to track internal audit activities and resources and to demonstrate adherence to professional standards.

  • Keep abreast of key initiatives at Greenbrier, within the manufacturing industry, and within the internal audit profession.

  • Perform special projects as directed by the Senior Director of Internal Audit, including occasional assistance with SOX compliance activities.

Qualifications

The following generally describes requirements to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, IT, or related field required; Master’s degree desirable

  • CIA required; may be substituted with 10+ years of experience in internal audit plus commitment to complete certification within 1 year of start date

  • Other certifications such as CPA, CISA, CRMA and/or CFE are desirable

  • 8+ years of experience in internal audit, public accounting, or consulting with increasing responsibilities, including experience managing and developing teams; manufacturing or leasing experience preferred

  • Thorough understanding of professional standards and frameworks (e.g. Global Internal Audit Standards, COSO)

  • Experience preparing and reviewing process flowcharts, risk assessments, and audit work programs

  • Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and IT control environments; technology audit experience desirable

  • Effective, concise, and persuasive verbal and written communications

  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to gain the respect and confidence of stakeholders at all levels from staff to senior management

  • Business mindset and strong problem-solving and analytical skills

  • Skill, ability, and flexibility to perform multiple tasks and functions including effective time management to meet deadlines and balance priorities

  • Proven background in being self-managed and self-motivated

  • Foreign language capability and/or experience working with international teams is desirable

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Hybrid or on-site at global headquarters in Lake Oswego, Oregon.

  • Open to remote candidates within the U.S.

  • Up to 10% domestic and international travel required.

Physical Activities and Requirements

Frequency Key

Not Applicable: Activity is not applicable to this occupation

Occasionally: Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0- 2.5+ hours/day)

Frequently: Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5- 5.5+ hours/day)

Constantly: Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hours/day)

Working Postures

  • Sit: Frequently

  • Stand: Occasionally

  • Walk: Occasionally

  • Bend: Not Applicable

  • Kneel/Squat: Not Applicable

  • Crawl: Not Applicable

  • Climb: Not Applicable

  • Reach Forward: Occasionally

  • Reach Upward: Not Applicable

  • Handling/Fingering: Frequently

Lift / Carry Requirements

  • 5-10 lbs: Not Applicable

  • 10-25 lbs: Not Applicable

  • 25-50 lbs: Not Applicable

  • 50-75 lbs: Not Applicable

  • 75+ lbs: Not Applicable

Push / Pull Requirements

  • Up to 10 lbs: Not Applicable

  • 10-25 lbs: Not Applicable

  • 25-50 lbs: Not Applicable

  • 50-75 lbs: Not Applicable

  • 75+ lbs: Not Applicable

EOE including Vet/Disability

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Greenbrier makes reasonable accommodations in the application and hiring process for individuals with known disabilities, unless providing accommodation would result in an undue hardship. Any applicant believing that he or she may need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact Greenbrier Human Resources at careers@gbrx.com or call us at 503-684-7000.


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Job Locations US-OR-Lake Oswego

ID 2024-3299

Company Greenbrier Leasing Company LLC

Position Type Regular Full-Time

Category Administration

Workplace Type Onsite

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Current Greenbrier Temps: Use the Applicant link above and apply using your personal email address listed in ADP.

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Current Greenbrier Employees with GBRX Email Account: Apply as an Employee and log in using your GBRX email account.

Current Greenbrier Employees without GBRX Email Account: Apply as an Employee and log in using your email address listed in ADP.

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