Internal Audit Analyst

Burlington Coat Factory Whse. Corp.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Associate discount

401(k) plan

Competitive wages

Job summary

Burlington Stores, Inc. seeks an Internal Audit Analyst to support data analytics, automation, and testing within Internal Audit. You will manage milestones, deliverables, and collaborate across business partners to strengthen controls and processes.

Responsibilities include designing analytics for SOX, IT and operational audits, reviewing external SOC reports, and documenting findings with clear recommendations. Strong project management and curiosity are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.
• Progress toward CPA, CIA, CISA or similar certification preferred.
• 1–3 years of related experience in audit, IT, or internal audit, with retail exposure preferred.
• Advanced Excel and Microsoft 365 proficiency required.
• Experience with data analysis tools and software for testing and analytics.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, validate, and maintain reusable data analytics and automated approaches for SOX internal control testing and audits.
• Support SOX controls testing through process walkthroughs with business owners.
• Perform detailed internal controls testing using IT system reports and related data.
• Review SOC reports, assess control exceptions, and follow up with owners.
• Assist in scoping audits and documenting workpapers and observations.
• Identify risks and craft observations and recommendations for management.

Skills

Data analytics

Automation

SOX testing

Cross-functional teamwork

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, information systems, data analytics, computer science, cybersecurity, or related field

Tools

Power BI

Alteryx

Tableau

SQL

Python

ACL

IDEA

Job description

Position Overview

The Internal Audit Analyst will be responsible for supporting Internal Audit and Internal Control projects through data analytics, automation, and technology-enabled testing. This role requires critical thinking, attention to detail, curiosity, a continuous improvement mindset, and a willingness to quickly learn and collaborate cross-functionally. The analyst will also be expected to be their own project manager, by managing expectations, monitoring timelines, and ensuring deliverables are met, while actively driving the integration of data analytics and associated data visualizations into internal audit projects to deliver innovative, insightful, and actionable analyses. Burlington’s Internal Audit team conducts risk-based projects to help identify and manage company-wide risks. We value analytical thinkers, self-starters, and problem-solvers seeking career growth. Our team fosters integrity, encourages professional development, and offers career paths within Internal Audit and across the organization. This role will work closely with business partners to develop practical solutions that strengthen processes and controls. . The analyst will use data analytics, automation, and standardized documentation to improve the efficiency, coverage, and quality of audit testing; communicate risks and results clearly; manage assigned milestones and deliverables; and elevate issues in a timely manner. Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage expectations and track progress against key milestones and deliverables, are essential for success in this role.

A Day in the Life Execution:

• Design, develop, validate, and maintain reusable data analytics, visualizations, and automated approaches for SOX internal control testing, operational and technology audits, system implementation reviews, third-party risk reviews, and continuous monitoring activities
• Support the execution of SOX controls testing procedures: Conduct walkthroughs with business owners throughout the company to document the design understanding of internal processes, including via process narratives and flowcharts
• Performance of detailed internal controls testing, including underlying information used in a control, such as information technology system reports
• Review third-party System and Organization Controls (SOC) reports and related documentation, evaluate control exceptions and complementary user entity controls, assess their relevance to company processes and controls, and support follow-up with business and vendor owners
• Support the execution of operational, technology, or compliance Internal Audit projects: Assist with developing audit project scope
• Perform business process or information technology testing procedures or corresponding analysis, documentation of detailed audit workpapers
• Identify risks, audit observations, and opportunities for improvement
• Prepare observations and recommendations, as well as status reports provided to Management

Learning and Development:

• Attend training and share learnings to build Internal Audit, Internal Controls, Risk Management, and/or Governance awareness on the team and throughout the business
• Assist in evaluating, implementing and using tools to enhance process effectiveness

Scope and Impact:

Conduct reviews of specific processes and operations via data analysis, interpretation of intangible or unusual factors, summarization of findings and presentation of recommendations and suggestions.

Analyze information technology and business process controls, identify risks and recommend innovative data analytic approaches.

Accountable for the execution of assigned SOX, Internal Audit, Risk Management, and/or Compliance projects of varying complexity and scope areas covering: financial, operational, strategic, technology and/or compliance risks.

Help deliver long term value to the business by developing continuous auditing/monitoring capabilities by promoting the use of data analytics in operations and ongoing monitoring by the business.

The position has no fiscal responsibilities.

You’ll Come With Education:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, information systems, data analytics, computer science, cybersecurity, or a related field, with strong academic credentials, required. Progress towards professional certification, CPA, CIA, CISA or other relevant certification preferred.

Experience:

1-3 years related professional experience in combination of public accounting, corporate accounting, IT and/or internal audit with industry experience (retail, consumer business) preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with the Microsoft 365 suite are required.
• Ability to utilize computer assisted auditing techniques and software to conduct data extraction and analysis.
• Working knowledge of data analysis and automation tools such as Power BI, Alteryx, Tableau, SQL, Python, ACL, IDEA, or comparable platforms is preferred, together with the ability to learn new tools quickly.
• Apply computer-assisted audit techniques to extract, reconcile, transform, analyze, and visualize data from multiple systems.
• Assess data lineage, completeness, accuracy, access, retention, and privacy considerations, and document validation procedures sufficiently to support reliable audit conclusions.
• Ability to use approved generative artificial intelligence and automation tools responsibly to support research, documentation, data analysis, and process improvement while protecting confidential information, validating outputs, maintaining professional skepticism, and complying with company policies.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally, build effective cross-functional relationships, manage competing priorities, exercise professional skepticism, maintain confidentiality, and present data-driven conclusions to audiences with varying levels of technical expertise.
• Ability to work in excess of standard hours, as needed.

Come join our team. You’re going to like it here! You will enjoy competitive wages, flexible hours, and an associate discount.

Burlington’s benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance. Full-time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan.

We are a rapidly growing brand and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us. Our teams work hard and have fun together! Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day.

Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity Individual pay decisions will be based on a variety of factors, such as but not limited to, qualifications, education, job-related skills, relevant experience, and geographic location.

Compensation Range: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00

For over half a century, Burlington have been delivering value to our customers, associates and our communities. With our every day low prices on top brand name merchandise for the entire family and home, combined with our dedication to our thousands of associates nationwide and our ability to make an impact in the communities where we live and work, Burlington is proud to be an award-winning off-price retailer.

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