What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Internal Auditor position at LHH?
LHH is partnering with its premier client in the logistics and construction space to add to their growing audit group in Phoenix, Arizona. Join a team with a fantastic leader, great team dynamics and a hybrid schedule.
We are seeking an execution-oriented and strong team player capable of working across the organization. The Staff Internal Auditor will examine and evaluate the adequacy of our financial internal control structure and conduct on-site branch audits throughout the US, Canada, Mexico, and the UK. This is a highly visible, cross-functional role requiring a mix of industry knowledge, organizational skills, and good communication skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support Internal Audit Seniors with the development, organization, and maintenance of the annual SOX 404 Plan.
- Perform financial reporting risk assessments, identify risks at the financial statement assertion level, and connect those risks to an effective, efficient portfolio of internal controls.
- Perform and document process walkthroughs and SOX 404 testing to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls.
- Communicate audit results and significant issues to Seniors and corporate management in both written and verbal formats.
- Provide training to employees on the performance of SOX 404 control documentation and remediation activities.
- Maintain accurate records of audit work performed, audit findings and observations, management responses, response due dates, and the status of corrective action plans.
- Interface with external auditors to provide timely information on the SOX 404 Plan and perform audit tests on behalf of the external auditors.
- Conduct operational audits of branch locations from end-to-end, including planning, execution, wrap-up, and reporting.
- Respond to complex, escalated inquiries during the course of the audit.
- Identify and discuss opportunities with local management to continuously improve controls and financial process efficiency.
- Perform other tasks and projects as assigned in support of Internal Audit team and corporate objectives.
Education and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance.
- A minimum of 1-2 years of progressive experience in a combination of public accounting and/or internal audit experience (Big 4 experience preferred).
- CPA and/or CIA is preferred.
- Solid business acumen and proficient knowledge of US GAAP, GAAS, SOX 404, COSO, and IIA auditing standards.
- Strong project management and problem-solving skills in a creative and fast-paced environment to drive results timely and on budget.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to understand business processes, respective risks, and appropriate controls aligned with best practices.
- Familiarity with IT audit, risks, and general controls, including their impact on business process controls.
- Ability to effectively interact and communicate with all levels of management.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Experience with SAP and/or AuditBoard is preferred.
- The position may require up to 20% travel.
Benefits:
- Competitive Compensation
- Excellent benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Prescription Plan
- Life Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- 401(k) Program with Company Match
- Paid Vacation, Holidays & Sick Days
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Referral Program