Internal Field Auditor

Public Storage; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-office work five days a week

Flexible remote days up to 3 per month

Job summary

Public Storage is seeking an Internal Auditor to support the Internal Audit Services group with independent assurance and advisory services. The role emphasizes strong internal controls, risk-based audits, and collaboration with management to meet strategic objectives.

The candidate will travel to multiple locations, perform on-site audits, due diligence, and SOX-related evaluations, preparing detailed, clear reports for the Audit Committee.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with minimum 5 years progressive business and/or operational experience or 7+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Prior operational experience, preferably in the real estate industry, is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Proactive team player -- practical and innovative as well as flexible and nimble.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Detail oriented, with ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to work efficiently, accurately meet deadlines, present a professional demeanor and work well independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively present observations in a clear and understandable manner to stakeholders.
• Facilitate the sharing of organizational learning and best practices.
• Develop and maintain a working knowledge of best audit practices and industry current events.
• Valid driver license and ability to travel (including plane travel) up to 85%.

Responsibilities

• Travel to various Company locations and perform on-site property audits or investigations.
• Travel to potential acquisition properties and perform on-site due diligence reviews.
• Participate in evaluating internal controls supporting financial, operational and compliance objectives - including those related to Sarbanes-Oxley compliance. Make recommendations to strengthen internal controls where needed.
• Evaluate and interpret trends and anomalies in operational and financial data to focus audit activities on highest risk areas of the Company.
• Prepare detailed reports on audit/investigation/due diligence findings that are factual, clear, concise, and complete.
• Conduct or assist in special examinations and projects at the request of management or the Audit Committee, including matters involving conflicts of interest, irregularities, or acquisition due diligence.
• This position requires frequent travel to company locations.

Skills

Audit planning

SOX compliance

Travel readiness

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

7+ years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Job description

Job Description

Public Storage currently has an excellent opportunity for an Internal Auditor. The Internal Auditor will work with the Internal Audit Services group to provide independent assurance and advisory services designed to assist management in meeting strategic objectives. Additionally, the Internal Auditor will uphold the Internal Audit charter by promoting the efficient and effective use of internal controls at a reasonable cost, as well as the productive use and safeguarding of company resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Travel to various Company locations and perform on-site property audits or investigations.

• Travel to potential acquisition properties and perform on-site due diligence reviews.

• Participate in evaluating internal controls supporting financial, operational and compliance objectives - including those related to Sarbanes-Oxley compliance. Make recommendations to strengthen internal controls where needed.

• Evaluate and interpret trends and anomalies in operational and financial data to focus audit activities on highest risk areas of the Company.

• Prepare detailed reports on audit/investigation/due diligence findings that are factual, clear, concise, and complete.

• Conduct or assist in special examinations and projects at the request of management or the Audit Committee, including matters involving conflicts of interest, irregularities, or acquisition due diligence.

• This position requires frequent travel to company locations.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with minimum 5 years progressive business and/or operational experience or 7+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.

• Prior operational experience, preferably in the real estate industry, is a plus.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

• Proactive team player -- practical and innovative as well as flexible and nimble.

• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

• Detail oriented, with ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

• Ability to work efficiently, accurately meet deadlines, present a professional demeanor and work well independently.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively present observations in a clear and understandable manner to stakeholders.

• Facilitate the sharing of organizational learning and best practices.

• Develop and maintain a working knowledge of best audit practices and industry current events.

• Valid driver license and ability to travel (including plane travel) up to 85%.

This role will be working at many locations including on-site at property locations, at a district/regional offices and/or a home office. ********

Additional Information

Compensation

Base Pay Range

: $110,000 - $125,000

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of our total awards approach to compensation which is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses or incentives.

Workplace

• One of our values pillars is to work as OneTeam and we believe that there is no replacement for in-person collaboration but understand the value of some flexibility. Public Storage teammates are expected to work in the office five days each week with the option to take up to three flexible remote days per month.

Public Storage is an equal opportunity employer and embraces diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Sponsorship for Work Authorization is not available for this posting. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without restrictions or requiring sponsorship now or in the future. We do not provide training plans or support for F-1 OPT, STEM OPT extensions, or future visa sponsorship.