Staff auditor, Financial Compliance

We are looking for a Staff Auditor who will join our Internal Audit team in Marysville, Ohio
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This position will be based at The Scotts Miracle‑Gro world headquarters in Marysville, a suburb of Columbus, OH.

The Staff Auditor is responsible for executing operational and compliance audits and management's annual SOX compliance testing. The role requires understanding key business processes, performing test procedures, recommending corrective actions, and building relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Develop a strong understanding of the Company’s key business processes, risks, and control activities.
• Execute test procedures in accordance with the audit methodology.
• Communicate project status and test results timely and effectively to project management and key stakeholders.
• Assist with the preparation of project materials and deliverables (reports, memos, presentations).
• Work with project management and key stakeholders to design corrective actions that mitigate risk and/or improve business process efficiency/effectiveness to add value.
• Own self‑development through continuing education (e.g., off‑site training, webcasts).

• Operational Audit
  • Assessment of key operational and financial processes, risks, and control activities.
  • Scope examples: business units, manufacturing facilities, corporate functions, vendor relationships, customer relationships, and acquisition activity.
• Compliance Audit
  • Assessment of compliance with applicable laws and regulations and supporting processes.
  • Scope examples: state and federal pesticide compliance, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act compliance, state and federal transportation compliance.
• Assist with Internal Audit’s overall SOX compliance efforts, with specific responsibility for business process controls testing.
• Perform testing of the SOX framework to support management’s assessment of control framework design, implementation, and operating effectiveness.
• Assist control owners with maintaining the SOX control framework.
• Develop and enhance relationships with external auditor management and key members of the business management team.

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Accounting, Finance, or other business discipline preferred.
• Up to two (2) years of experience in Accounting, Finance, Audit, or a related field.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data.
• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems a plus, but not required.
• Experience with data analysis tools such as ACL a plus, but not required.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee, spouse/domestic partner, and dependents.
• Wellness reimbursement program.
• 401(k) match up to 7.5%.
• 15% discount on company stock.
• Family planning support, including up to $30,000 for adoption, fertility, and surrogacy.
• Employee Resource Groups focused on diversity and inclusion, family, education, and sustainability.

The starting budgeted pay range for this role is $59,700.00–$70,200.00 per year. Pay is determined based on skills, qualifications, experience, and location. For remote candidates residing in Alaska, California, Colorado, Illinois, New York, Oregon, or Washington, state required pay thresholds will be factored into base salary.

Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug‑free workplace.

EEO/AA Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.