Raytheon Company, with 2008 sales of $23.2 billion, is a technology and innovation leader specializing in defense, homeland security and other government markets throughout the world. With a history of innovation spanning 87 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration and other capabilities in the areas of sensing; effects; and command, control, communications and intelligence systems, as well as a broad range of mission support services. With headquarters in Waltham, Mass., Raytheon employs 73,000 people worldwide.



Our stated Vision is to be the most admired defense and aerospace systems supplier through world-class people and technology. Others recognize our progress towards that Vision.



We are looking for a Staff Auditor, Internal Audit to provide independent and objective assurance services to Raytheon by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the sufficiency and effectiveness of risk management, financial and operational controls, and governance.









This Staff Auditor will be responsible for the following:



- Conduct a variety of internal audits and offer process improvement solutions aimed at assisting management in attaining their goals and meeting their objectives



- Assist with planning and performing independent audits and special reviews of Company functions, processes, business units, contracts and other activities to ensure reliability and integrity of information, proper recording of transactions, safeguarding of assets, compliance with policies and procedures, achievement of operational goals and objectives, and effective and efficient use of resources



- Develop audit findings, identify root causes and offer recommendations for inclusion in the audit report as well as create positive change throughout Raytheon.



- Conduct interviews of selected personnel for the purpose of documenting and evaluating business processes to determine the adequacy of internal controls



- Assist in the design and execution of audit test programs to determine the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and compliance with regulations



- Meet with clients/stakeholders for the purpose of presenting audit findings and recommendations



- Participate in investigations as required



- Demonstrate proficient written and verbal communication skills



- Continue professional education



- Demonstrate a commitment to diversity

Required Skills, Knowledge and Experience:



- 2 years experience in internal audit (preferably with a medium to large organization),



OR



- 2 years experience in public accounting (for example, Ernst & Young, KPMG, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Deloitte and Touche, Grant Thorton) or management consulting firm (i.e., IBM, Accenture, BearingPoint),



OR



- 2 years experience in IS/IT related function - for example, data center operations, IS security, business analyst, application development, network administration,



OR



- 2 years of other relevant experience



- Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles



- Familiarity of auditing standards (i.e., GAAP, IIA Standards, GAAS, GAS)



- Experience with MS Office Suite of products



- Practical knowledge of CAATS and general audit software (i.e., ACL, AutoAudit)



- Ability to travel up to 35%











Desired Skills, Knowledge and Experience:



- Demonstrates business acumen, problem-solving and political savvy



- Self-motivated, organized, effectively achieves team and group goals



- Working knowledge of internal audit methodology such as internal controls, fraud indicators, risk assessment, workpaper documentation, etc.



- General knowledge of financial and operational auditing and practical knowledge of audit software, data analysis and reporting tools



- Demonstrates independent, objective, open-minded thinking during planning discussions and during execution of fieldwork. Challenges the work being performed, as needed, and maintains a professionally skeptical attitude during the execution of the audit



- Begins developing change management skills by working with senior/experienced RIA members. Is able to conduct dialogues and partner with functions with the assistance of senior team members



- Familiarity with Six Sigma principles



- Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), COBIT and COSO



- Experience with Lotus notes, Windows 2000/2003 Server & UNIX, SAP ERP/MRP, PeopleSoft, ACL-Data Analytics, network security, Oracle Database, Domain Administration, Approva

















Required Education (Including Degree):



- Bachelor's Degree in finance, accounting, or related field



- Working toward Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

Raytheon is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package. In addition to protecting you and your family's health and well-being, we offer important investment & retirement benefits and additional perks including a collaborative team environment, home and auto insurance, etc. For additional information about our company and recent initiatives, please visit our Website at rayjobs.com.



Raytheon is committed to workforce diversity and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Raytheon considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor.