Internal Auditor I Entry-Level Risk & Controls

Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc.•Itasca, IL

5h•$65,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Internal Auditor role supports financial, operational, compliance, and IT audits across Ajinomoto’s North American affiliates. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional who is eager to learn, ask insightful questions, and grow within a collaborative audit environment. You will assist in the full audit lifecycle—including planning, walkthroughs, fieldwork/testing, and reporting—while helping evaluate internal controls, mitigate risk, and identify opportunities to improve business processes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Demonstrated integrity and sound professional judgment

Nice To Haves

Internship or relevant experience in auditing or accounting (preferred, not required)
Knowledge of accounting principles (preferred)
Certifications such as CIA or CPA are a plus
Experience with ERP systems (SAP or similar) preferred
Experience with data analysis tools such as ACL or Power BI is a plus
Ability to use ServiceNow IRM is a plus
Interest or exposure to IT governance, IT controls, or SOX-related concepts
Prior international business exposure or second language skills (Japanese or Portuguese) are a plus

Responsibilities

Assist in all phases of the audit process, including planning, fieldwork, and reporting
Participate in risk assessments and support the identification of key controls
Perform testing procedures, document evidence, and develop clear and accurate workpapers
Draft well-supported audit findings and practical recommendations
Build strong, professional working relationships with auditees and cross-functional teams
Support the use of governance tools such as ServiceNow Integrated Risk Management (IRM)
Demonstrate a basic understanding of AI concepts and explore safe, responsible use of AI-powered audit tools (e.g., ServiceNow Assist, Microsoft Teams copilots)
Stay informed of industry best practices, regulatory updates, and emerging risks
Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned