An Internal Auditor examines records to determine the financial status of a company or organization. Inspects accounts and account books, prepares reports on the accuracy of internal financial records and accounting procedures. Specializes in internal audits of companies for report to the Board of Directors or other similar oversight body of the organization.
Internal Auditor at Robert Half Internal Auditor at Robert Half in Suffolk, Virginia Posted in 3 days ago.
Type:
full-time
Job Description:
As an Internal Auditor, you will assist in planning and conducting internal audits to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of various activities and management's internal controls over financial reporting. You will support the execution of a coordinated enterprise-wide risk assessment and audit planning processes. You will also assist in assessing the design and operating effectiveness of the Company's corporate governance framework throughout the business. Your contributions will include creating audit plans, participating in financial, operational, and compliance audits, and generating reports on audit findings. You will develop recommendations for addressing operational and internal control observations, ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies, and strive to improve operations and reduce costs. Additionally, you will provide audit support for the Company's external auditors in connection with the integrated audit.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.
Risk Assessment and Planning:
You will assist in the development of the annual risk assessment and audit planning process to effectively understand the changes and enterprise-wide risks associated with the Company's strategic, operational, financial, and compliance objectives. You will also assist in the audit planning process and execute audit projects in accordance with department standards, identifying potential risk areas for the area under review.
Audit Execution and Reporting:
You will assist in determining that corrective actions on reported audit findings are timely and achieve the desired results. You will ensure adequate audit techniques are used to measure the effectiveness of the Company's operations. You will ensure audit workpapers support the work done, results obtained, and conclusions reached. Additionally, you will ensure that audit reports are accurate, objective, clear, concise, and constructive to provide management with value-added internal control and operations improvement opportunities.
WHAT WE'RE SEEKING
Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 3+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Financial auditing, operational auditing, management consulting, information systems auditing, knowledge of internal control processed, and interpersonal skills are necessary. Prior experience testing SOX controls at a Big 10 firm. Public accounting strongly preferred, or internal audit experience with an emphasis in manufacturing and/or the food industry, preferred. Experience with SAP in a manufacturing environment is desired. Understanding of GAAP, IFRS and internal auditing standards. Computer skills, including Excel, Word, MS Office and SAP. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, to effectively present to peers and management. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Experience in performing multiple projects. Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Promote an ethical culture utilizing these 4 cores values: integrity, objectivity, confidentiality and competency. Energized by travel 25-30% of the time. Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
