Internal Auditor Staff 1 (Entry Level)

Steel Dynamics, Inc; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Steel Dynamics, Inc. is seeking an Audit Associate to support internal and operational audit activities at multiple sites. You will perform procedures under supervision, assist with evidence gathering, and help document control processes.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, attention to detail, and collaboration with management while traveling about 20% and pursuing CPA or CMA certifications.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in Accounting is required.
• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam.
• Strong time management, organization, and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform audit procedures under direct supervision for compliance and operational audits.
• Execute basic testing of accounting controls and transactions.
• Assist in gathering and validating audit evidence and data.
• Identify and elevate control deviations or exceptions.
• Prepare and organize audit workpapers in compliance with methodology.
• Assist with process walkthroughs, documenting narratives, and creating flowcharts for accounting and IT controls.
• Participate in physical inventory observations at various locations across the company.
• Develop understanding of risk, controls, and business processes across functions.
• Interact with management to discuss issues and provide recommendations for improvement.

Skills

Audit procedures

Testing controls

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Education

BA / BS degree in Accounting

Job description

Steel Dynamics

• Perform audit procedures under direct supervision for compliance and operational audits
• Execute basic testing of accounting controls and transactions
• Assist in gathering and validating audit evidence and data
• Identify and elevate control deviations or exceptions
• Prepare and organize audit workpapers in compliance with methodology
• Assist with process walkthroughs, documenting narratives, and creating flowcharts for accounting and IT controls
• Participate in physical inventory observations at various locations across the company
• Develop understanding of risk, controls, and business processes across functions
• interact with management to discuss issues and provide recommendations for improvement
• Travel as required (approximately 20%).
• Pursue a professional certification (Internal Audit Practitioner, Certified Public Accountant, or Certified Management Accountant)
• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam
• Relevant core competencies, including time management, organization, project management and multi-tasking
• Strong analytical and issue identification, prioritization and resolution skills
• Exceptional listening, verbal and written communication skills
• Dedication to detail and ensuring accuracy of work product
• Ability to work successfully both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to perform job function safely in various work environments

• Perform audit procedures under direct supervision for compliance and operational audits
• Execute basic testing of accounting controls and transactions
• Assist in gathering and validating audit evidence and data
• Identify and elevate control deviations or exceptions
• Prepare and organize audit workpapers in compliance with methodology
• Assist with process walkthroughs, documenting narratives, and creating flowcharts for accounting and IT controls
• Participate in physical inventory observations at various locations across the company
• Develop understanding of risk, controls, and business processes across functions
• interact with management to discuss issues and provide recommendations for improvement
• Travel as required (approximately 20%).
• Pursue a professional certification (Internal Audit Practitioner, Certified Public Accountant, or Certified Management Accountant)
• BA / BS degree in Accounting
• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam
• Relevant core competencies, including time management, organization, project management and multi-tasking
• Strong analytical and issue identification, prioritization and resolution skills
• Exceptional listening, verbal and written communication skills
• Dedication to detail and ensuring accuracy of work product
• Ability to work successfully both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to perform job function safely in various work environments

Steel Dynamics, Inc., and all affiliated entities are equal opportunity employers.