About RYAM

RYAM is a global leader of cellulose-based technologies, including high purity cellulose specialties, a natural polymer commonly found in filters, food, pharmaceuticals and other industrial applications. The Company also manufactures products for paper and packaging markets. With manufacturing operations in the U.S., Canada and France, RYAM employs approximately 2,500 people and generates approximately $1.4 billion of revenues. More information is available at ​https://ryamglobal.com

RYAM’s intellectual property and manufacturing processes have been developed over 90 years, resulting in unique properties and very high quality and consistency. RYAM is consistently ranked among the nation’s top 50 exporters and delivers products to 79 ports around the world, serving customers in 20 countries across five continents.

At RYAM, we are shaping the future of talent.

RYAM has a specific purpose...to be the world's leading manufacturer of renewable products, including paper, packaging, and high purity cellulose. We want smart, innovative people who can find new ways to solve challenging problems. We need talented professionals across multiple disciplines who want to contribute to the company's mission and advance its vision, while also shaping its future.

This position is responsible for performing audits at all Rayonier Advanced Materials (“RYAM”) locations as instructed by the Director of Internal Audit. Perform financial, information technology (IT) and operational audits under the supervision of audit management and/or a more experienced auditor. Gather and analyze data as necessary to accomplish audit objectives. Execute audit programs thoroughly and diligently and perform other audit tests utilizing professional judgment, considering control objectives and risks. Develop and foster positive working relationships, focusing on the identification of solutions to risks and issues. Clearly communicate issues and pursue effective and timely resolution. Gain an increasing understanding of RYAM organization, systems and processes, policies and procedures, accounting guidelines, and personnel.

The Auditor must be knowledgeable of business and IT controls, auditing requirements including the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) requirements, US GAAP, and best practices and emerging trends for audit organizations, be collaborative and willing to learn.

How you will shape the future of the Audit Department:

• Provide input to audit planning, audit program development, process mapping/ flowcharting, scope discussions, and audit report drafts.
• Perform audit tests under the supervision of audit management and/or a more experienced auditor and perform audits with minimum supervision. Deepen understanding of the relationship between audit objectives and audit tests and focus on substantive issues.
• Support annual SOX program by executing the test of controls including performing walkthroughs, designing, and executing control tests, and reviewing testing performed by others for purposes of Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404.
• Prepare workpapers that fully document testing, discussions, conclusions, and issues. Organize workpapers logically, consistent with departmental practices.
• Demonstrate a professional approach and establish rapport with organizational contacts by participating in cross-functional teams and initiatives to continuously improve departmental and company systems and processes.
• Perform audit follow-up as directed, with testing as necessary to validate effectiveness of corrective actions taken in response to audit recommendations.
• Maintain appropriate professional and ethical standards and certifications. Attend training and share knowledge on relevant IT & Accounting topics.
• Travel required, as necessary.
• Additional duties as assigned.

You will be someone who can bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, information systems, or related field.
• Minimum of three years of relevant experience including exposure to IT auditing, preferably with an accounting firm, or with a public company. Eligible to sit for the CPA, CISA, or CIA exam.
• Must have effective communication skills (oral and written), accuracy and dependability, initiative, and application of logic and good business judgment. Must have knowledge of internal auditing concepts, approaches, tools, and techniques. Must have a sound understanding of audit documentation, computer literate, and possess effective interpersonal skills. Knowledge of tools and techniques to extract, normalize, and analyze complex data (e.g. SQL, ACL Analytics, Alteryx, Tableau, etc.). Ability to deal with confidential information and matters.

Why you will love working for RYAM:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Short term / Long term disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Bonus / Merit
• Life insurance (Company paid & Voluntary)
• Company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness reimbursement
• Retirement plan

EOE/Vet/Disability