What are the responsibilities and job description for the Internal Staff Auditor position at Forsyth Barnes?
Title: Internal Staff Auditor
Location: Greater Chicago, IL
Salary: $80,000-$85,000
Industry: Retail
Job Summary
Under the general direction of a more seasoned auditor, this position supports financial, operational, and IT audits or investigations. The auditor will assess and validate the design and efficiency of internal controls, pinpoint areas requiring enhancements, and propose recommendations for improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in conducting financial, operational, and IT audits following established audit plans, guidelines, and protocols.
- Apply various audit methodologies such as interviews, observations, process mapping, compliance testing, and detailed analysis to evaluate internal controls.
- Recognize potential risks within different business processes and contribute to risk assessments.
- Participate in inquiries and investigations as necessary.
- Attend initial and final audit meetings, helping to prepare agendas as needed.
- Modify audit procedures in response to new information or evolving risks identified during the review process.
- Effectively communicate audit findings and concerns to the audit team.
- Draft preliminary audit observations, including recommendations for enhancing internal controls, for supervisory review.
- Contribute to the preparation of final audit reports and related documentation.
- Ensure compliance with structured project timelines and audit protocols.
- Stay informed about updates in regulatory requirements and internal policies.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, computer science, data analysis, or a related field.
- OR High School Diploma/GED with at least three years of experience in financial/operational auditing or IT auditing.
- Familiarity with internal control frameworks, including risk analysis and control assessment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Preferences
- Master’s degree or MBA.
- Professional certifications such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
- Experience in Retail, Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, or Distribution sectors.
- Understanding of statistical sampling techniques.
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Access.
- Experience analyzing compliance with industry standards, regulations, or legal requirements.
- Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance standards.
- Internship or prior experience in a data-driven or analytical role.
Harry Orme | harry.orme@forsythbarnes.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Chicago, IL 60699: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $80,000 - $85,000
