Auditor

Service Corporation International; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Corporation International is seeking an Internal Auditor to perform detailed operational and SOX compliance audits, document findings, and support the Audit Department in maintaining strong internal controls.

The role involves gathering data from accounting records and operations, reviewing controls, escalating significant issues to management, and assisting with time tracking for audit projects. A Bachelor's in Accounting and CPA/CIA/CISA/CFE candidates are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, General Business or related discipline
• Certified or candidate for CPA/CIA/CISA/CFE
• At least two years of corporate internal auditing experience

Responsibilities

• Gathers substantive data from accounting records and reports; reviews internal controls for weaknesses and non-compliance
• Conducts internal audits and documents findings in line with IIA standards and department policies
• Escalates significant audit concerns to lead auditor in a timely manner
• Leads small-scope audits and communicates findings to audit management
• Tracks time by audit program segment and informs lead auditor about time-off
• Maintains current knowledge of regulatory developments affecting policies and procedures

Skills

Risk assessment

Teamwork

Analytical skills

GRC software

MS Office

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Certified or candidate for CPA/CIA/CISA/CFE

Tools

GRC applications

Job description

Job Profile Summary

Performs detailed operational, SOX compliance, financial audits. Documents findings.

Job Description

• Gathers substantive data from accounting records, operational reports, interviews with company/department personnel and observations. Reviews, analyzes, and identifies internal control weaknesses and non-compliance with corporate or department policies and procedures. Conducts internal audits and documents findings in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors Global Internal Audit Standards and Internal Audit Department policies and procedures. Submit documented findings to the lead auditor for review and consolidation. Escalates significant audit concerns and issues to the lead auditor timely.
• May lead small scope and lesser impact audits; escalates significant concerns and issues to audit management.
• Responsible for tracking time by significant audit program segment and providing time to the lead auditor each Monday. Inform lead auditor of approved time-off affecting availability.
• Maintain current industry regulatory knowledge that could affect the company's policies and procedures.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, General Business or a related discipline
• Certified or candidate for certification (CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE)

Experience

• At least two (2) years of corporate internal auditing experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong risk assessment and analytical skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Excellent analytical skills
• Proficient with GRC applications and the Microsoft Office suite of products
• Ability to clearly articulate complex ideas, and creative problem solving abilities
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and the ability to quickly access problems and identify workable solutions

Postal Code: 77019

Category (Portal Searching): Finance and Accounting