Senior Internal Auditor

Role Summary

Under the direction of the Internal Audit management, the Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for the execution of the annual risk-based audit plan that identifies value-added recommendations to enhance company processes and controls. The Senior Auditor will audit the company’s operations, strategic initiatives, critical business processes and key third-party outsourcing arrangements, and participate in the annual Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) audit of internal controls over financial reporting. This role requires the ability to manage relationships with middle management and work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of Internal Audit management, independently review processes and functions as authorized in the approved annual audit plan.
• Participate in the development of risk-based audit programs and related planning documents for audits.
• Responsible for the execution of assigned audit sections with little supervision.
• Conduct audits consistent with IIA practices and in accordance with internal policies and procedures. Additionally, ensure timely completion of assigned testing areas.
• Identify weaknesses in compliance-related exposures, operational processes and internal controls.

Qualifications

• Required: A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• Preferred: CPA/CIA certifications
• Required: At least 3 years of relevant experience

Skills

• Promoting internal control practices within the Company by providing internal control expertise as needed to any functions or departments requesting guidance.
• Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiencies.
• Interact autonomously with middle management.
• Take a lead role in closing meeting with auditees by presenting the findings and related recommendations identified by him/her.
• Assist Internal Audit management in preparing draft recommendations and audit reports for Senior Management and Audit Committee.
• Contribute to the Company’s SOX 404 compliance program by completing process review and test of controls.