From a small family business to a multi-billion-dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 — all while keeping the heart of “People Build Businesses” alive.

 

Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people. 

Sonoco is looking for an Internal Audit Manager in our Charlotte, NC or Hartsville, SC location.  The successful candidate will report to the Sr Manager of Internal Audit and will perform risk assessment activities and oversee financial and operational audits. Candidates should be familiar with Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 (SOX) regulations and auditing methodologies and techniques. Prior experience performing SOX Audits is required.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Plans, supervises, and conducts operational, compliance and financial audits ensuring quality work is performed within budgeted time frames.Completes work programs for audit areas requiring strong technical skillReviews and/or drafts audit reports intended for senior management and/or the Audit CommitteeWorks with business process leaders and control owners to identify solutions to solve problems, improve work processes and strengthen controlsIdentifies and recommends potential areas for audit involvement that may result in cost savings or improved profit potentialIdentifies and recommends strategies to drive audit efficiency through automation, standardization and streamlining of activitiesPerforms risk assessment activities, prepares the annual internal audit plan and oversees updating of various audit programs as needed. Coordinates and collaborates regularly with the external auditors ensuring adequate audit coverage, avoiding duplication of work and making use of each other’s work to the maximum extent possibleConducts research on various auditing and accounting standards and topics. Develops strategies on how to adopt or incorporate new standards (when necessary)Performs special projects and investigations assigned by the Sr Manager or VP.Participates in recruiting, selecting and evaluating staff personnelManages, trains, mentors, coaches and motivates internal audit team members.Applies professional judgment and business acumen to resolve complex issues.Stays abreast of current industry developments in auditing and accounting, including SEC and PCAOB guidance as applicablePerforms other accounting and auditing duties as directed

This position can be located at either our Charlotte, NC office or our Corporate Headquarters in Hartsville, SC, and is operating under a Hybrid Work Model.

We’d love to hear from you if:  

You have a Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field. You have 6-8 years of experience obtained through a mix of public accounting and/or industry experience.You have at least 2 years of related supervisory/management experience.Ability to exercise sound judgment in analyzing, evaluating and solving problems of a difficult procedural, organizational, administrative or technical nature.Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP, financial accounting and auditing methodologies and techniquesExperience auditing in an Oracle environment is desiredProficient with Microsoft Office SuiteStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to work closely with people at all levels of the organization and facilitate the implementation of corrective actionFamiliarity with manufacturing environment preferredProfessional certification such as CPA, CIA or CMA preferred.

Compensation: 

Associate Manager - Audit: The annual base salary range for this role is from $113,280 to $127,440, plus an annual target bonus of 7.5% of base salary. 

Manager – Internal Audit: The annual base salary range for this role is from $135,920 to $152,910, plus an annual target bonus of 12.5% of base salary. 

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At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits. *Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options401(k) retirement plan with company matchWellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of servicesPaid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and familyVariety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insuranceTuition reimbursement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.