Position Purpose:
The purpose of this position is to assist in the development and implementation of the JSOX and internal audit program designed to independently evaluate and assess the adequacy of internal controls from a risk-based perspective. This includes: identify business risks and exposures, recommend creative solutions that reduce risk and improve the control environment, enhance quality and accuracy of data integrity, and business processes. This position covers JSOX/internal auditing relating to: data quality/integrity, financial controls, business process controls, regulatory compliance controls and basic IT controls.
Essential Functions of the Position:
1\. Conduct preliminary reviews to identify business process related risks to determine objectives, scope, audit program and extent of testing required.
2\. Plan and conduct reviews of Company operations and practices to ensure compliance with policies, plans, procedures, laws and regulations, the safeguarding of assets, and the reliability and integrity of operating and financial information.
3\. Identify business process related risks and internal control gaps. Independently and objectively assess the effectiveness of internal controls, source the root cause of identified issues, determine the potential impact of any control failure and recommend appropriate corrective action.
4\. Prepare appropriate documentation work papers, document audit observations, prepare written reports and present results to management.
5\. Display the ability to evaluate materiality of issues.
6\. Assess the efficient and effective use of resources and recommend changes to improve operations and/or strengthen business controls.
7\. Provide customers with high-quality value-added audit, internal control and consulting services.
Qualifications
1\. Experienced in performing financial, operational, business process audits, regulatory compliance reviews and basic IT reviews and process flows.
2\. Exhibit strong analytical ability from a business perspective within finance, operating and regulatory compliance related fields.
3\. Exhibit working knowledge of financial, operational and management practices and auditing techniques, along with the ability to exercise sound audit judgment.
4\. Ability to work effectively and efficiently on multiple projects.
5\. Strong professional commitment with the ability to effectively function within a team structure.
6\. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
7\. Requires a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business related field, plus 5 years internal auditing experience.
8\. Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Account (CPA) designation preferred.