Job Title - Internal Auditor
Reports to - Internal Audit Manager
About the Internal Audit Team
The Internal Audit function provides independent and objective assurance over the effectiveness of the Company's internal control environment, including the safeguarding of assets and the identification of opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
The function operates independently of business operations, reporting functionally to the Audit & Finance Committee and administratively to the Chief Financial Officer.
Role Summary
As an Internal Auditor, you will perform test of controls and risk-based internal audits across business processes and technology areas. This role provides strong exposure to SOX compliance, operational audits, and global business operations.
You will work closely with Internal Audit Managers and cross-functional stakeholders across regions, including supporting remote global audit activities. The role requires a balance of hands-on execution, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to operate independently.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute risk-based internal audits (operational, financial, and compliance) in line with the audit plan, including walkthroughs, process documentation, and identification of key risks and controls. Prepare clear and well-structured audit workpapers and draft concise audit observations with root cause analysis and recommendations.
- Perform walkthroughs and test of SOX 404 controls(design and operating effectiveness) to evaluate control effectiveness across key business process cycles.
- Identify control gaps, inefficiencies, and compliance risks develop practical, actionable recommendations and assess adherence to internal policies and frameworks (e.g., ICFR, GAAP, COSO, COBIT).
- Engage and collaborate with global stakeholders to obtain information, conduct walkthroughs, and communicate audit observations, while supporting audit managers across regions.
- Monitor and test management's remediation actions. Provide clear status to various stakeholders. Contribute to continuous improvement of audit methodologies, tools, and data analytics, while building knowledge of business operations and risk landscape
Qualifications & Experience
- 3-5 years of experience in internal audit or external audit (Big 4 or similar preferred).
- Experience in auditing financial reporting processes, technology, and operational controls. Retail experience a plus.
- Hands-on experience with SOX 404 business process testing and internal control frameworks. Nice to have: ITGC and IT automated control experience.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance or related discipline
- Professional certification (CPA, CIA, or equivalent) or progress toward certification preferred.
Skills & Competencies
- Familiarity with frameworks such as COSO understanding of SOX requirements.
- Experience with GRC tools (e.g., AuditBoard, SOXHUB) is preferred.
- Ability to work with data and data analytics tools to analyze datasets, identify trends, and support audit conclusions.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple audit tasks concurrently.
- Effective communicator with the ability to engage stakeholders across functions and regions.
- Organized and proactive, with the ability to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
- Solid documentation skills (workpapers, process flows, audit observations).
