Internal Auditor

Overview

The Corporate Internal Auditor will perform complex, value-added internal auditing work, including leading or supporting operational, compliance, financial, and IT audits. This role involves consulting with management, contributing to the annual risk assessment and audit plan, and providing training and supervision to Internal Audit staff and Guest Auditors. A key responsibility is engaging with auditors to design and test internal controls related to financial reporting as part of Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.

This position operates independently under general supervision, exercising initiative and judgment. It reports directly to the Senior Manager, Internal Audit, and focuses on individual contribution, professional development, and building relationships to enhance organizational value.

Responsibilities

• Assist or lead planning, organizing, and execution of financial, Sarbanes-Oxley, operational, IT, and compliance audits.
• Support development of risk-based audit approaches focusing on significant business risks, improvement opportunities, and compliance.
• Help prepare presentation materials for Audit Committee reporting and annual internal audit plan development.
• Execute audit procedures: identify issues, develop criteria, analyze evidence, and document processes.
• Conduct interviews, review documents, administer questionnaires, and prepare detailed working papers.
• Identify and document audit issues and recommendations to improve internal controls, efficiency, and reduce risk.
• Draft audit engagement reports, including findings and recommendations, and obtain management agreement.
• Assist with design, maintenance, and assessment of controls, including process walkthroughs and documentation.
• Perform and lead periodic testing and rationalization of financial reporting controls.
• Conduct walkthroughs and tests of control activities to ensure management objectives are met.
• Provide Sarbanes-Oxley and internal controls training to corporate and site personnel.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with clients and staff.
• Provide training, coaching, and guidance to Internal Auditors and Guest Auditors.
• Represent Internal Audit on project teams and at management meetings as requested.
• Stay current on business and industry trends relevant to the organization.
• Manage multiple tasks and reprioritize as needed.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of internal auditing techniques and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Advanced understanding of the Institute of Internal Auditors' Standards for Professional Practice and Code of Ethics.
• Awareness of Sarbanes-Oxley Act requirements related to internal controls over financial reporting.
• Knowledge of the COSO controls framework.
• Skills in planning, project management, and working under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Advanced data collection, analysis, and evaluation skills.
• Proficiency with Excel, databases, and business software for reporting and analysis.
• Experience negotiating audit issues and resolving problems with client personnel.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including active listening and presentation.
• Critical thinking and attention to detail.
• Ability to motivate and lead audit teams.
• Advanced skills in quality control reviews of audit work.
• Familiarity with fraud indicators, forensic auditing, and fraud testing.
• Basic knowledge of information systems terminology and practices.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and adaptability to changing situations.
• Willingness to travel domestically 15-25%, including limited international travel requiring visas.
• Availability to work overtime, including weekends and holidays.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business with a concentration in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 2-3 years of internal or external audit experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or Master’s degree in Accounting.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CFE, or CISA, or willingness to obtain them.
• Experience auditing in the energy industry; manufacturing and inventory experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of IT frameworks and system processes to identify security and risk management issues.
• Multilingual abilities.
• Experience with SAP S/4Hanna, RISE with SAP, Optro (formerly AuditBoard), Concur, and similar systems.

Working Conditions

• This is a remote position.
• Travel may require working onsite at office locations and outdoor inventory activities in various weather conditions.
• Exposure to typical environmental conditions of facility operation sites.

Additional Information

• Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.