Senior Internal Auditor - Accounting

Direct Staffing Inc; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

A staffing company is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to conduct various internal audits focusing on financial and operational processes. The role requires a Bachelor's Degree and 2+ years experience, preferably with CPA or working towards it. Responsibilities include developing audit plans, performing compliance testing, and reporting to management. Strong communication skills and proficiency in MS Office are essential. This position may require occasional travel and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2+ to 5 years experience in internal auditing.
• Ability to travel occasionally.
• Experience in public accounting or private industry with internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Develop internal audit scope and plan engagements.
• Perform SOX compliance testing.
• Prepare draft internal audit reports reflecting outcomes.

Skills

CPA or working towards

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Familiarity with data analytics tools

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ACL or IDEA

Job description

The Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for performing individual internal audit projects as part of the annual internal audit plan. This responsibility includes developing the audit scope, performing audit procedures, identifying issues, recommending solutions, and preparing reports reflecting the results of the work performed. Work performed will include functional and operating units, focusing on financial, IT and operational processes. The Senior Internal Auditor may direct and/or review the work performed by other internal audit personnel.

The Senior Internal Auditor will also assist Internal Audit management with periodic reporting to the Audit Committee, development of the annual internal audit plan, and championing internal control and corporate governance concepts throughout the business. Additional responsibilities will be to support the company to ensure compliance with the Sarbanes‑Oxley Act, and to observe periodic physical inventories at various manufacturing facilities.

Required Qualifications

• Develop internal audit scope and plan internal audit engagements using procedures noted in Audit Manual
• Perform internal audit procedures in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors’ International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF)
• Maintain a continuous awareness of risks and evaluate those risks in audit assignments
• Prepare draft internal audit reports reflecting the results of the work completed
• Provide support for audited businesses to determine appropriate action plans for internal audit issues and follow up on the status of outstanding audit issues
• Assist Internal Audit management with periodic reporting to the Audit Committee
• Assist in the development of the annual internal audit plan
• Champion internal control and corporate governance concepts throughout the business
• Provide feedback when Internal Audit procedures or instructions are unclear or could be improved.
• Assist in planning the annual SOX compliance testing
• Perform SOX walkthroughs and create or update SOX process documentation
• Support management with developing and maintaining key SOX controls
• Perform SOX compliance testing
• Provide support to the business for remediation of control exceptions
• Provide support for external auditor reliance on internal audit work for SOX compliance
• Provide guidance and constructive feedback to staff and interns who assist with the annual SOX effort

Benefits

Full

Bonus Eligibility

Yes

Candidate Details

• 2+ to 5 years experience
• Management Experience Required – No
• Minimum Education – Bachelor’s Degree
• Willingness to Travel – Occasionally

Skills and Certifications

• CPA or working towards

Desired Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA designation or working towards
• 3+ years of public accounting and/or private industry experience with knowledge of accounting, finance and internal control areas
• Prior industry experience is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, to effectively present to peers and management
• Ability to work independently, with limited required direction and guidance, and provide appropriate direction to other internal audit project team members
• Understand internal auditing standards (IPPF), COSO and risk assessment practices
• Ability to manage multiple projects against tight deadlines and work with varying team members
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access)
• Familiarity with data analytics tools (ACL or IDEA)

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Direct Staffing Inc

Additional Details

• Location: Houston, Texas
• Industry: Manufacturing & Production
• Job Category: Manufacturing - Other Manufacturing
• Hours Per Week: 40