2025 Internal Field Auditor

Description & Qualifications - External

Here, we believe there’s not one path to success, we believe in careers that grow with you. Whoever you are or wherever you come from in the world, there’s a place for you at Sherwin-Williams.

We provide you with the opportunity to explore your curiosity and drive us forward. We’ll give you the space to share your strengths and we want you to show us what you can do.

You can innovate, grow, and discover in a place where you can thrive and Let Your Colors Show!

Sherwin-Williams values the unique talents and abilities from all backgrounds and characteristics. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including individuals with disabilities and Protected Veterans.

Overview

Accounting and Finance majors, the Internal Auditor position is an ideal entry-point into Sherwin-Williams. Our auditors play a critical role in helping us reach our financial and operational goals by ensuring compliance with internal controls and regulations within our Stores.

You’ll gain critical insight into our organization’s business model and develop a solid base that will help you grow into more advanced finance, accounting and operational roles within our organization.

You’ll discover that an Internal Auditor position with Sherwin-Williams is just the start of a personal development path unlike any other.

Our managers are dedicated to providing you with the training and tools you need to excel today and tomorrow. Promoting from within is a fact of life at Sherwin-Williams.

We’ve been recognized as a leader when it comes to promoting and recognizing our employees with nearly 90% of all promotions coming from within.

70% of our Accounting and Finance leaders started their careers as Sherwin-Williams Internal Field Auditors.

Because this role involves access to confidential financial information, the Company has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and to provide similar protections for its clients and potential investments.

Position Description

Internal Field Auditors perform audits of our North American retail operations. Audits include analytical reviews of financial and non-financial information as well as testing of controls for every aspect of store operations.

Relocation assistance is provided to our Internal Auditors who are placed in 1 of these 9 locations : Atlanta, Chicago, Cleveland, Dallas, Denver, Los Angeles, Miami, Philadelphia, or Seattle , where they are responsible for independently auditing stores across surrounding locations.

Target Start Date : Summer 2025

In addition to analytical reviews and testing of controls, you will be responsible for the following :

• Analyzing existing processes and providing suggestions to improve overall efficiency and effectiveness of internal controls
• Developing a firm understanding of the stores, including policies and procedures.
• Reporting audit findings to appropriate personnel and working with management to provide value-added guidance
• Coaching store personnel on following Sherwin-Williams policies and procedures
• Our strong and all-encompassing training program provides you with the knowledge, skills and network you need to succeed within the role

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS :

• Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status
• By the start date of the program, completed a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or an MBA with a financial / accounting concentration
• Must be willing to relocate outside of the state as well as be willing to travel
• Must be willing to travel at least 50% of the time
• Must have a minimum . of 2.8
• Must have a valid driver's license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• An analytical, solutions-oriented mindset
• The ability to work with minimal supervision
• The desire to learn and advance
• Additional language abilities preferred

Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.

As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans.