Responsibilities

• Developing internal audit scope, performing internal audit procedures, and preparing internal audit reports reflecting the results of the work performed
• Performing follow-up on the status of outstanding internal audit issues
• Assisting 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 company
• Directing and reviewing the work performed by other internal audit personnel, including resources from a co-sourcing firm, as needed
• Identifying business objectives and related risks per process
• Formulating and identifying control and process gaps and creating recommendations for remediation activities
• Evaluating management action plans and performing follow up
• Collecting audit evidence, i.e. execute the audit program by gathering information (i.e. conduct interviews, flowchart the process and identify controls, examine documentation and re-perform certain activities) and documenting findings
• Identifying possible root causes for observed control weaknesses in order to contribute to an enhanced internal control environment

Requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, to effectively present to peers and management
• Exhibit the leadership skills needed to sell ideas and obtain management buy-in for constructive change
• Strong understanding of internal auditing standards, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), COSO and risk assessment practices

Educational Requirements

• Undergraduate or advanced degree in accounting/finance
• CPA/CIA/CISA designation, or willingness to obtain relevant certification
• A minimum of 5+ years of public accounting and/or private industry experience with knowledge of accounting, finance and internal control areas