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Assistant Audit Manager (Finance)

Campbell's Soup Company · Cherry Hill , NJ
Friday, October 10, 2008

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Description:

General Summary:

Function of the Campbell Corporate Audit Department
• Perform risk assessments on business processes and evaluate the adequacy of internal controls in place to mitigate those risks. Also evaluate operational effectiveness/accuracy of financial records.
• Perform Sarbanes-Oxley control self-assessment quality assurance review / validation testing.
• Provide other value-added business control related services:
o Business process reviews
o Efficiency/effectiveness studies
o Pre-implementation reviews
o Various financial/operational performance analyses.
• Share “best practice” ideas among the various Campbell functions/businesses.
• Coordinate and perform due diligence activities.
• Serve as a “feeder” group for talented financial professionals.
• Department consists of a VP, 1 Director, 4 Managers, and 16 auditors.

Assistant Manager Job Summary:
• Reports directly to Manager on assigned engagement and administratively to an assigned Manager in the department.
• Functions as a field In-charge / Staff Supervisor on engagement assignments.
• Works closely with / mentors developing Audit Associates.
• Supervises an audit/process review team (2-5 people) whose responsibilities are to:
o Perform risk assessments on business systems/processes and identify control concerns/opportunities for improvement.
o Tests internal control over financial reporting.
o Obtain and analyze financial/operational data to assess the adequacy/effectiveness/efficiency of business systems/processes.
o Analyze financial/operational data to identify trends, root causes of business issues, and/or opportunities.
o Make oral and written recommendations to management and presents agreed-upon actions to improve controls and operational efficiency.
• Travel approximately 30% of the time to Campbell domestic and international locations (generally travel 2-3 weeks at a time, not more than 6 times per year).
• Must commit to working at least 2 years in the Audit Department prior to pursuing other opportunities in the Company.
• Salary is competitive; negotiable based upon experience.
Education and Experience:

Degree, Major and Qualifications Requested:
• Degree Level: B.S. in Accounting or any undergraduate major with an MBA degree.
• Prior Work Experience: Candidate should possess should possess 7-8 years of experience, with at least 5-8 years of audit experience; Audit experience should consist of Big “4” (preferred), large, regional firm, or Internal Audit/Industry. Other relevant (non-audit) experience will also be considered. Prior experience with performing risk assessment activities is a plus. Manufacturing or consumer products/food industry experience is also a plus.
• CPA is required, other professional certification a plus.
• Fluency in German, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese, Russian and/or French is a plus.
• Experience with SAP environment is a plus.

Required Professional Characteristics:
• Good general business knowledge and understanding of financial statements
• Strong analytical skills
• Highly motivated/driven to succeed.
• Has effective oral and written communication skills
• Works well in a team environment – respectful of contributions to be made by all and has the desire to learn from others
• Demonstrates leadership skills – as shown in the ability to influence others and/or supervise people
• Exhibits appropriate professional/ethical standards.

CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY
www.campbellsoup.com

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Campbell Soup Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer