The Internal Auditor is responsible for executing detailed test work on a variety of operational and advisory internal audits, as assigned and under the direction of senior members of the Internal Audit Team, in line with the Company's Annual Operational Audit Plan approved by the Audit Committee. The Internal Auditor performs testing of controls and processes, analyzes data, identifies potential issues and gaps, and documents work clearly and consistently. The role also performs testing of the Company's key business process and entity level controls, primarily in lower-risk areas, to support the Company's SOX 404 assessment, with work subject to review by senior team members.
Responsibilities:
- Develop a working understanding of the Company's business processes and the flow of data in transactions to support the Internal Audit Team in planning and executing Operational Audits throughout the year.
- Execute assigned test procedures for Operational Audits under the direction of senior team members, completing work within agreed timelines and to the standard required by the department's methodology.
- Perform annual testing of the Company's key SOX controls, primarily in low-risk areas, in connection with the Company's SOX 404 assessment, with results reviewed by senior team members.
- Identify and escalate potential audit observations, testing exceptions, and control gaps to the engagement lead on a timely basis, and assist in the evaluation and documentation of findings.
- Communicate professionally with process owners across a variety of departments, including Finance, FP&A, Operations, Sales, Tax, and Corporate and Regional Controller Teams, to schedule walkthroughs and obtain audit evidence.
- Assist in follow-up on remediation plans with management, as directed by the Internal Audit Team.
- Support testing of IT general controls (ITGCs) and automated controls, including evaluation of system access, change management, and data integrity, as assigned.
- Stay current with emerging rules and auditing standards regarding internal controls over financial reporting and internal auditing, and actively pursue ongoing professional development.
- Maintain objectivity, independence, and confidentiality in the execution of all internal audit tasks.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Progress toward a professional designation (e.g., CPA, CIA) is preferred.
- 2+ years of experience in internal audit, external audit, or a related risk/controls role (public company and/or SOX compliance exposure preferred).
- Big 4 audit experience is preferred.
- Foundational understanding of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and risk management principles.
- Strong documentation skills, with the ability to prepare clear, complete, and well-organized workpapers.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills (both written and verbal), suitable for interacting with process owners and staff.
- Ability to work in a team environment, take direction, and apply coaching and feedback.
- Proficiency in standard applications (Office Suite); exposure to data analysis tools (e.g., PowerBI, Tableau) is an asset.
