Sr. Internal Auditor
Primary Role
Responsible for leading audits by evaluating and assessing risks/controls on the basis of an integrated control framework model to assure: 1) the effectiveness and efficiency of operations, 2) the reliability of financial reporting, 3) compliance with laws and regulations, and 4) the safeguarding of company assets. Also responsible for assisting with select compliance activities related to the company’s code of ethics. We are seeking candidates that have worked with risk assurance and risk advisory.
Key Accountabilities
- Lead financial and operational risk-based audits/projects and audit teams on a day- to-day basis ensuring team productivity and quality results.
- Evaluate processes and internal controls to develops risk/ control assessments based on project objectives and expectations. Supports risk/ control awareness and self-assessment.
- Work collaboratively with functional management to facilitate issue resolution on project-related items and adapt appropriately, seeking advice or help when needed. Assist IA management with coordination and planning activities on a project basis.
- Draft initial audit reports for projects assigned.
- Ensure administration over activities needed to perform responsibilities are efficient, proactive, timely, cost effective and professional.
- Provide support in the conduct of compliance activities related to the company’s code of ethics.
- Assist with direct assistance assignments under the direction of the company and external public accounting firm.
- Assist with Sarbanes Oxley testing and related project management activities.
- Pursue and obtain a relevant professional certification.
Knowledge/Skills
- Intermediate to advanced understanding of audit theory, planning, testing, and reporting concepts. Understanding of process evaluation and review.
- Intermediate to advanced understanding of SOX compliance evaluation and testing.
- Intermediate to advanced understanding of risks/controls assessment from an integrated business control framework, such as COSO and COBiT (IT governance framework and supporting toolset).
- Intermediate to advanced understanding of ERP, CRM, fixed asset, and financial consolidation systems.
- Knowledge of IT auditing concepts and frameworks a plus. Knowledge of control processes/systems is desired
Experience/Education
- Bachelor’s Degree is required
- A minimum 6 years of overall business experience, of which a minimum of 3 years within audit related fields is required; business experience exposure consists of varied positions and experience.
- At least one of the following certifications & licenses (and/or equivalent) is desired: CPA, CIA, CISA, and/or CFE.
- Experience in analyzing people, processes, and risk at the business unit and functional level is required. Experience in executing audit engagements and consulting projects required, with IT audit experience a plus.
- Experience in Sarbanes-Oxley testing desired. Sarbanes-Oxley project management experience a plus.
- Experience working in a team-based environment is desired.
- Experience with ERP/CRM and consolidation systems such as SAP, Hyperion, Microsoft Dynamics is a plus.
- Experience with AuditBoard software is a plus.
Skills
- Excellent spoken and written communication skills.
- Excellent organization and time management skills.
- Proficiency in project management.
- Excellent analytical skills. Ability to work on multiple projects.
- Possess strong ethical values. Proficiency in MS Office products.
- Develops relationships necessary for successfully meeting demands of a specific project, principally interacting with functional management associated with the project.
- Willingness to learn.
Travel Requirements
- Approximately 5% travel throughout the United States is required.
Work Environment
Hybrid Work Environment ( Work 3 Days in the office, 2 Days Remote)