Internal Auditor

Bell & Associates, Inc.; Reynoldsburg (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell & Associates, Inc. is seeking an experienced Internal Auditor to oversee internal controls, risk management, and the full audit cycle in a manufacturing setting.

You will evaluate processes, identify control gaps, and partner with leadership to strengthen the control environment. You will lead planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up, collaborating with Finance, Operations, and Manufacturing to implement practical improvements.

Qualifications

• CPA preferred.
• Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance required.
• 3-7 years of relevant experience in audit or public accounting.
• Preference for candidates from public accounting or manufacturing.
• Experience evaluating internal controls, processes and risk management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while building relationships across the org.
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to translate audit findings into practical process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full internal audit cycle including planning, fieldwork, reporting and follow-up.
• Evaluate internal controls across financial, operational and business processes.
• Identify control gaps, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and execute risk-based audit plans aligned with priorities.
• Prepare audit findings and communicate results to management.
• Monitor remediation actions and follow-up on corrective actions.
• Support risk management and internal control framework development.

Skills

CPA

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Our manufacturing client is seeking an experienced Internal Auditor to oversee internal controls, business processes, risk management, and the full internal audit cycle. This individual will evaluate the effectiveness of the organization's processes and controls, identify risks and opportunities for improvement, and partner with leadership to strengthen the overall control environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full internal audit cycle, including planning, risk assessment, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up.
• Evaluate internal controls across financial, operational, and business processes.
• Conduct comprehensive reviews of business processes to identify control gaps, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and execute risk-based audit plans aligned with organizational priorities.
• Identify deficiencies and provide practical, actionable recommendations to management.
• Partner with Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and other departments to understand processes and assess risk.
• Prepare clear audit findings and communicate results to management and key stakeholders.
• Monitor corrective actions and follow up on remediation efforts.
• Support the development and enhancement of the organization's risk management and internal control framework.
• Perform special projects and ad hoc audits as needed.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• CPA preferred
• Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance required
• 3-7 years of relevant experience in public accounting, internal audit, or a similar accounting/audit environment.
• Strong preference for candidates coming directly from public accounting or with experience in a manufacturing organization.
• Experience evaluating internal controls, business processes, and risk management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while building strong relationships across the organization.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Business-minded approach with the ability to translate audit findings into practical process improvements.