Intern, Internal Audit

ORION; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy firm located in Houston, Texas, is offering a Summer Internship aimed at providing support for the Internal Audit team. Candidates pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field are encouraged to apply. Responsibilities include assisting with audits, conducting Sarbanes-Oxley testing, and documenting results. Ideal candidates should possess computer proficiency in Microsoft Office and have strong interpersonal skills. This is an on-site position that emphasizes safety and quality of work.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to perform duties successfully.
• Good interpersonal skills to relate with employees at all levels.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of Company information.

Responsibilities

• Assist internal auditors with tasks and audit projects.
• Perform Sarbanes-Oxley audit testing.
• Document testing results according to workpaper methodology.
• Address review comments provided by Internal Audit Management.
• Assist in tracking and monitoring of identified deficiencies and enhancement opportunities.
• Participate in SOX walkthroughs.

Skills

Business Acumen

Change Management

Collaboration

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Enrolled in college or university in relevant fields

Business/Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Position Summary

Summer Internship*
The primary purpose of this position is to provide independent, objective support and advisory services across the organization. This position will support the Internal Audit team in conducting audits, evaluating internal controls, and identifying opportunities for process improvements. This role is ideal for students or recent graduates pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field who are looking to build foundational skills in audit. The incumbent must support the guiding beliefs and core values of Orion, which are centered on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork most importantly, with each built upon the all-important foundation of Integrity.

Location

On-site, Houston, Texas (downtown area)

Specific Responsibilities

• Directly assist internal auditors with tasks and audit projects
• Perform interim Sarbanes-Oxley audit testing for Business Process.
• Document testing results in accordance with standard workpaper methodology.
• Address review comments provided by Internal Audit Management.
• Assist in tracking and monitoring of identified deficiencies and enhancement opportunities.
• Participate in SOX walkthroughs.

EMPLOYEE SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE

• Responsible and accountable for incumbent’s own personal safety.
• Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any others incumbent comes in contact with.
• Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations and Company policies and procedures, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Reports any and all violations of applicable laws, regulations or Company policies and procedures promptly, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Performs other related administrative and technical duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision (such as certification training, safety training, procedure review, etc.).
• All employees, current and former, must maintain confidentiality by not disclosing to others any confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to the Company.

Position Competencies

• Business Acumen (Business Awareness, Knowledge): Showcases knowledgeable and understanding of business operations and functions, and the ability to align goals to support the business.
• Change Management (Change Readiness, Conflict Management): Demonstrates support for innovation to improve effectiveness; Initiate, sponsor, and implement organizational change.
• Collaboration (Relationships, Team Interface): Establishes constructive relationship with clients and other work units to meet mutual goals and objectives of the company.
• Communication (Verbal, Written): Utilizes verbal and written communication skills to express oneself clearly in conversations and interactions with others.
• Managing Work (Initiative, Productivity, Results Orientation): Shows ability to plan, schedule, direct work of self and others, and provide follow up to ensure quality standards.
• Problem Solving (Analytical, Creative): Makes sound, well-informed and objective decisions.
• Safety Orientation (Safe Work Philosophy): Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for their own personal safety and the safety of co-workers and others; applies safe work practices in the performance of assigned tasks.

Job Specific Competencies

• Work Standard: Sets high standards and well-defined goals; displays a high level of effort and commitment towards completing assignments with minimal supervision.

Position Requirements

Individuals in this position must be enrolled in college or university and have work experience which demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the duties of the position. Major courses of study may be in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or related fields of study. Individuals must have computer proficiency with a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint and be able to word process at least 60 WPM. The position also requires good interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively relate to employees at all levels of the organization. The Company expects and requires incumbent and each of its other employees to observe and fulfill the above and all other safety responsibilities and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Discretion and trustworthiness, and the ability to keep all Company information and materials strictly confidential (both internally and externally) are essential elements of this position.

Physical / Mental Requirements

The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation. The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment if required to work or visit the jobsite. This may include hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, steel-toed shoes, personal flotation devices, or other equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done. The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel. Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise.