SOX & Internal Controls Auditor

Spire; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Spire Inc. seeks an Auditor to provide independent evaluation of risks, assess internal controls, and recommend improvements to governance and risk management. The role supports SOX, operational, and financial audits with travel up to 30% and a hybrid in-office/remote work schedule.

The ideal candidate holds a BA in Accounting/Finance and is pursuing CIA or CPA, with 1+ year in public accounting or internal audit preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business-related field required.
• CIA and/or CPA, or working towards certification within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Conduct SOX, operational, financial, and compliance audits per annual IA Work Plan.
• Prepare process narratives or flow charts with key controls identified.
• Evaluate and test design and operating effectiveness of internal controls.
• Perform audit testing in accordance with IIA IPPFs and professional standards.
• Develop and maintain relationships across the organization to explain audit issues.

Skills

Public accounting

Internal audit

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or business-related field

CIA and/or CPA certification or in progress

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Spire Inc. seeks an Auditor to provide independent evaluation of risks, assess internal controls, and recommend improvements to governance and risk management. The role supports SOX, operational, and financial audits with travel up to 30% and a hybrid in-office/remote work schedule.

The ideal candidate holds a BA in Accounting/Finance and is pursuing CIA or CPA, with 1+ year in public accounting or internal audit preferred.