Internal Audit Analyst

Sundt Construction; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sundt Construction seeks an Internal Audit Analyst to support compliance monitoring and internal audit activities across project operations. The role partners with the Controllership team and project teams to identify risks, recommend improvements, and ensure policy adherence.

Periodic travel is required, with overtime compliance expanding within Finance & Accounting. Reporting to the Prequalification Manager, the position emphasizes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, construction management or related field.
• CPA or actively pursuing CPA preferred.
• 2–4 years of experience in internal/external audit, compliance, accounting or financial analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to present to leadership.

Responsibilities

• Analyze operational and financial processes to improve compliance and mitigate risk.
• Develop and improve internal audit procedures, checklists and dashboards.
• Collaborate with project teams, operations, finance, legal and risk management to resolve issues.
• Maintain audit documentation and supporting workpapers.
• Monitor corrective actions and verify implementation of improvements.
• Perform internal audits of construction projects to evaluate adherence to policies and controls.
• Provide guidance and training on compliance standards and subcontractor requirements.
• Review findings, identify trends and prepare reports for management and the Board.

Skills

Internal audit

External audit

Compliance

Accounting

Financial analysis

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

JD Edwards

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Job description

Job Summary

In response to the Company's growth, the Internal Audit Analyst is being introduced as a new position to support the company's compliance monitoring and internal audit activities across project operations. Reporting initially to Sundt's Prequalification Manager, this position is responsible for evaluating adherence to company policies and internal controls. The role partners with Sundt's Controllership team, its project teams and Company leadership to identify risks, recommend process improvements, and help ensure compliance with company procedures and regulatory requirements. Ideally located at Sundt's headquarters in Tempe, Arizona, this position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate findings and recommendations to both operational and financial leadership. Periodic travel is required. It is expected that overtime compliance activities will expand and necessitate a distinct department within Sundt's Finance & Accounting organization.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Analyze operational and financial processes to identify opportunities for improved compliance, efficiency, and risk mitigation.
• 2. Assist with development and continuous improvement of internal audit procedures, compliance checklists, and reporting dashboards.
• 3. Collaborate with project teams, operations, finance, accounting, legal, and risk management personnel to resolve compliance issues.
• 4. Maintain accurate audit documentation, supporting workpapers, and compliance records.
• 5. Monitor corrective actions resulting from audit findings and verify implementation of recommended improvements.
• 6. Perform internal compliance audits of construction projects to evaluate adherence to company financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• 7. Provide ad hoc support of unrelated projects within the Prequalification Department and/or Sundt's Finance & Accounting organization.
• 8. Provide guidance and training to project teams regarding company compliance standards and subcontractor requirements.
• 9. Review audit findings, identify trends, quantify risk exposure, and prepare reports for management and Sundt's Board of Directors.

Minimum Job Requirements

• 1. 2-4 years of experience in one or more of the following: internal audit, external audit, compliance, accounting, financial analysis and internal controls.
• 2. Ability to build collaborative working relationships across departments.
• 3. Ability to independently manage multiple priorities.
• 4. Ability to interpret contracts, insurance requirements, and company policies.
• 5. Ability to present audit findings and recommendations professionally.
• 6. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Construction Management, or a related field required.
• 7. CPA or actively pursuing CPA certification preferred.
• 8. Equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience may be considered.
• 9. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• 10. Experience safely leveraging artificial intelligence tools to optimize productivity.
• 11. Experience using Microsoft Excel, Power Bl, or similar reporting tools.
• 12. Experience with ERP systems (JD Edwards preferred).
• 13. Experience within the construction industry is preferred.
• 14. Familiarity with construction accounting and project management processes.
• 15. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• 16. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• 17. Strong organizational and time management skills.
• 18. Strong problem-solving and process improvement mindset.

Physical Requirements

• 1. May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
• 2. Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• 3. Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
• 4. Will interact with people and technology frequently during a shift/workday.
• 5. Will lift, push or pull objects up to 50Ibs on an occasional basis.
• 6. Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/workday.
• 7. Will use telephone, computer system, email, and other electronic devices on a frequent basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.