Internal Auditor

HOS Global Foods; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

House of Spices is seeking an Internal Auditor to evaluate and enhance internal controls, risk management, and governance. This role performs independent assessments of financial records, compliance practices, and operational activities to ensure accuracy and transparency.

The Internal Auditor will develop audit plans, test controls, document findings, and provide actionable recommendations to leadership while maintaining independence and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, accounting, finance, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of auditing standards, internal controls, financial reporting, and risk management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audits of financial, operational, and compliance processes across departments and business units.
• Examine financial statements to verify accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Evaluate internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure reliable financial information.
• Assess compliance with policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, tax laws, and industry standards.
• Prepare audit plans, perform testing, analyze findings, and document conclusions.
• Maintain audit documentation and prepare comprehensive reports for management.
• Provide corrective-action recommendations and follow-up on actions.
• Collaborate with department managers to improve processes and controls.
• Support external audits by coordinating requested documents.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Audit management software

Job description

House of Spices is a deeply rooted brand within the food industry, leading the specialty food and ingredient category for over 50 years. Fast-forward from its start as a homegrown family business, House of Spices has become a middle-market wholesale/manufacturer which includes multiple distribution networks across the country. Although the business has and continues to expand rapidly, the brand is still family-owned and home-based out of the NYC metro area. We are looking for talented individuals to join our ACARE culture!

The Internal Auditor is responsible for evaluating and improving the effectiveness of the organization’s internal controls, operational efficiency, risk management processes, and governance procedures. This role provides independent and objective assessments of the company’s financial records, compliance practices, and operational activities to ensure accuracy, transparency, accountability, and adherence to company policies and regulatory standards.

The Internal Auditor plays a critical role in enhancing stakeholder confidence, preventing fraud, identifying operational inefficiencies, and supporting sound corporate governance through detailed audits and actionable recommendations.

Essential Functions

• Conduct internal audits of financial, operational, and compliance processes across departments and business units.
• Examine financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, to verify accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls to ensure assets are safeguarded, operational efficiency is maintained, and financial information is reliable.
• Assess compliance with company policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, tax laws, and industry standards.
• Identify and evaluate financial and operational risks, including fraud risks, control weaknesses, and process inefficiencies.
• Prepare audit plans, perform testing procedures, analyze findings, and document audit activities and conclusions.
• Maintain detailed audit documentation and prepare comprehensive audit reports for management and leadership teams.
• Provide recommendations for corrective actions, process improvements, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Follow up on audit findings to ensure corrective actions are properly implemented and sustained.
• Collaborate with department managers and cross-functional teams to improve internal processes and operational controls.
• Support external audits by coordinating requested documentation and information.
• Maintain independence, objectivity, and confidentiality while performing audit responsibilities.
• Stay current with auditing standards, accounting principles, compliance requirements, and industry best practices.

Required Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, accounting, finance, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of auditing standards, internal controls, financial reporting, and risk management principles.
• Understanding of regulatory compliance requirements and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), or related professional certification preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems and audit management software.
• Knowledge of SOX compliance, risk assessment methodologies, and operational auditing preferred.

House of Spices Inc. India provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.