Internal Controls Auditor Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of internal controls auditor. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for quality reviews of AgCountry’s finance systems, technology systems, fraud protection/mitigation, operations and administrative services.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Willingness to work internationally (UK, Norway, Trinidad, Middle East)
• Comply with the company's Code of Conduct and supporting policies, standards and applicable process documentation
• Comply with and effectively contribute to the continuous improvement of the Rowan Management System (RMS), Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) related policies and procedures, and relevant authority regulatory requirements
• Knowledge with using Information Technology hardware/devices, Microsoft Office software applications, and project management tools
• Knowledge with data analysis and reporting
• Strong interpersonal skills that can be used to achieve project objectives with all company stakeholders
• Have general knowledge of Information Technology terms and systems, networks and gear
• Have general knowledge of Security Terminology and Concepts (network, Anti-Virus, Malware, USB ) (preferred)

I am excited to be applying for the position of internal controls auditor. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for ad hoc assistance to the accounting, finance, and M&A departments for special projects as necessary.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Perform financial sensitivity analysis against all key factors (pricing, operating and costing) and provide management with pecommendations/solutions
• Makes recommendations based on interpretation of results
• Understands MRP configurations/processes
• Creates basic spreadsheet macros
• Understands how to use the political structure in the organization and how to get things done using that structure
• Expert knowledge of business process redesign and business process analysis techniques
• Has significant audit experience
• Requires varied skills and diversified experience

In response to your job posting for internal controls auditor, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for consulting and risk advisory services: Execute on the plan, Establish relationships with key corporate accounting and information technology individuals.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Have general knowledge of Industrial Control System hardware and software applications (Siemens, Rockwell Automation, and ABB PLC, I/O, HMI ) (preferred)
• In-depth knowledge and experience of IT access controls, change controls and operations management controls
• Oracle and MS SQL databases
• Working knowledge and understanding of SOX, AICPA, COSO, COBIT, and SSAE attestation standards
• Proficient with MS Office applications, including Visio
• Oracle or SQL database knowledge
• Big 4 public accounting firm, Fortune 500 Internal Audit department, or a combination of this experience preferred
• Thorough knowledge of internal control structures, audit techniques and risk management, current computer systems, data management and/or data security skills

I am excited to be applying for the position of internal controls auditor. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for training; support the delivery of training modules annually to the Finance community on relevant control and accounting topics.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Experience testing automated and manual application controls
• Experience with data analytic tools to enhance testing and data analysis preferred
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suiter applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Knowledge of systems used such as SAP and KRONOS applications
• Experience (direct or indirect) with vending, inventory, manufacturing, distribution and/or equipment services
• Lean Management, Six Sigma, or other process improvement certifications
• Manufacturing or distribution background preferred
• Experience with SAP along with Microsoft applications (i.e, Excel, Word) are preferred

I would like to submit my application for the internal controls auditor opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for assistance to the independent public accountants in their conduct of the quarterly and annual financial examination of the Company’s accounting records.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• This job is a blend of Finance and Accounting, Information Technology and systems related areas
• Understands unique audit requirements and control issues for the region
• Obtain and maintaining business knowledge of processes and other functions to interpret and certify processes
• Experience with automated data analytics applications such as ACL, IDEA
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or other comparable designation preferred
• Experience in a Big 4 or national CPA firm preferred
• Strong knowledge and experience with planning, leading, executing, reviewing and reporting on financial, operational and systems audits of regional production, finance and overhead functions, corporate accounting and reporting and overhead functions, and compliance with company policy and procedure and other regulatory requirements
• In depth knowledge of technical accounting (GAAP, SEC), audit and internal controls including knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley Act requirement