Senior Internal Auditor

Signet Jewelers; Akron (OH); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & vision

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Employee discounts

Learning & development

Job summary

Signet Jewelers seeks a seasoned Internal Auditor in Akron, OH to join our enterprise-wide audit function. You will perform risk-based audits, develop testing programs, and document findings with strong writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities include evaluating internal controls, supporting data analytics initiatives, and interacting with management to implement remediation actions while upholding IIA standards in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required.
• 3–5 years audit experience; Big 4 and/or internal audit preferred.
• CPA/CIA/CISA certification preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to analyze data and trends.

Responsibilities

• Execute process/audit projects to analyze risks and controls and support key business operations.
• Develop risk-based audit plans, fieldwork, and reporting of audit work.
• Identify control deficiencies, root causes, and remediation with management.
• Lead/adopt data analytics initiatives and automation opportunities.
• Stay current with industry standards, regulatory initiatives, and best practices.

Skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Audit testing

Executive presence

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

CPA/CIA/CISA preferred

Job description

Signet Jewelers is the world’s largest retailer of diamond jewelry, operating more than 2,800 stores worldwide under the iconic brands: Kay Jewelers, Zales, Jared, H.Samuel, Ernest Jones, Peoples, Banter by Piercing Pagoda, Rocksbox, JamesAllen.com and Diamonds Direct. We are a people-first company and this core value is at the heart of everything we do, from empowering our valued team members, to collaborating with our customers, to fostering the communities in which we live and serve. People – and the love their actions inspire – are what drive us. We’re not only proud of the love we inspire outside our walls, we’re especially proud of the diversity, inclusion and equity we’re inspiring inside. There are dynamic career paths awaiting you – rewarding opportunities to impact the lives of others and inspire love. Join us!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participates in the execution of process/operational/integrated audits and special projects to analyze and evaluate risks and controls to support key business operations, systems and related processes including those related to company objectives/strategic initiatives.
• Execution of audits including development of risk-based audit approach, planning, fieldwork and reporting of audit work including the evaluation of key risks, establishment of audit objectives and development of audit programs to evaluate the effectiveness of the company’s internal controls. Identification of changes to company processes and systems as well as emerging risks/trends and the impact to the audit plan to maximize audit resources. Ability to document/flowchart processes, complete walkthroughs/design assessments and complete control effectiveness testing with appropriate supervision.
• Participation in advisory projects related to pre/post implementation of systems, process and strategic initiatives to ensure a strong internal control environment.
• Ability to identify and assess the impact of control deficiencies/trends and root cause analysis. Preparation of audit findings using advanced writing skills. Collaboration with management/leadership to develop corrective actions/remediation/process improvement recommendations which strengthen internal controls and add value. Ability to present findings and recommendations to management and obtain agreement on remediation through status updates and closing meetings. Perform follow-up on management’s action plan.
• Participation in onboarding activities. Assist with department audit training.
• Participate in development/implementation of policies and procedures for achieving department objectives. Ability to stay abreast of best practices as well as emerging professional standards, regulatory initiatives, accounting and retail industry trends and threats (internal/external). Act as a conduit for introducing these to the company and IA department. Advocate the standard audit practice and methodology ensuring quality and consistency in accordance with IIA standards.
• Assist in the development of the annual audit plan by identifying risk areas and audits/projects for inclusion in the audit plan.
• Support and/or lead data analytics projects. Identify areas where data analytics can augment the annual audit plan including ongoing/continuous monitoring activities. Suggest areas for the integration of data analytics into the audit methodology. Suggest opportunities for automation opportunities within the business to raise awareness of Support and/or lead data analytics projects. Identify areas where data analytics can augment the annual audit plan including ongoing/continuous monitoring activities. Suggest areas for the integration of data analytics into the audit methodology. Suggest opportunities for automation opportunities within the business to raise awareness of efficiency opportunities. Ability to create data analytics and interpret results, identify trends including root cause and potential remediation.
• Stay abreast of and provide consultative input on major change initiatives as part of the company’s strategic initiatives

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education Required: Bachelor’s degree Accounting/related discipline; CPA, CIA, CISA certification preferred.
• Required or Acceptable Job-Related Experience: Big 4 accounting firm and/or internal audit experience or equivalent retail industry experience preferred. Experience with GAAP and/or auditing requirements preferred.
• Years of Job-Related Experience Required: 3-5 years audit experience required
• Technical/Other Skills Required: Strong written/oral communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to quickly grasp concepts, analyze data/trends and draw conclusions based on sound judgement. Ability to apply creative and innovating thinking. Ability to execute in a dynamic, fast paced and high demand environment. Possesses executive presence.

BENEFITS AND PERKS:

• Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family covered - available on day 1 of employment!
• Fertility Benefits, with a max of $15,000, for participants in the U.S. medical plans/prescription plans
• Generous 401(k) matching after just one year to help secure your financial future
• Ample paid time off, plus seven holidays to recharge and unwind
• Exclusive discounts on premium merchandise just for you
• Dynamic Learning & Development programs to support your growth

This position requires a candidate to be on-site for our hybrid in-office days out of the Akron, OH office.