Internal Auditor II

Universal Corporation•Richmond, VA

2d•$58,800 - $88,200•Onsite

About The Position

The Internal Auditor II at Universal Leaf Tobacco Company will assist in planning, performing, and closing integrated risk-based internal audits across financial, compliance, operational, and information systems areas. This role involves conducting walkthroughs, compliance tests, and substantive testing, documenting findings, analyzing root causes, and providing actionable recommendations. Responsibilities also include interviewing management, performing data analytics, supporting external auditors, assisting in training junior auditors, handling special projects, and maintaining confidentiality.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree with concentration in Accounting or Finance preferred; concentrations in IT or other disciplines also considered.
Minimum two years of auditing and/or accounting experience or relevant professional work experience in manufacturing environments.
Willingness to travel domestically and globally up to 30% of the time.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (CPA); Certified Internal Auditor (CIA); or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification or active pursuit of certification(s)
Experience in public accounting assurance or advisory practice; Big 4 or reputable regional firm highly valued.
Experience in a manufacturing environment.
Practical experience with ERP systems - Microsoft Dynamics 365 highly valued.
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Motivated to work independently and complete responsibilities with little supervision yet work well and promote a team-oriented culture.
IS auditing / compliance / corporate governance / SOX experience.
Strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, the IIA International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF), COSO’s Internal Control – Integrated Framework.
Multi-lingual skills (Spanish or Portuguese)
Data analytics experience using Arbutus, ACL or similar products.

Responsibilities

Assist in all phases of planning, performing and closing integrated risk-based internal audits, inclusive of financial, compliance, operational and IS areas.
Conduct system walkthroughs and compliance tests, evaluate adequacy of internal controls, perform detailed substantive testing and analytical reviews.
Document tests and findings in our automated audit workpaper package.
Analyze the root cause of audit issues, develop practical recommendations, and appropriately document and communicate to stakeholders.
Conduct interviews of all levels of management.
Perform data analytics on subsidiary financial and operational data.
Provide direct assistance to the external auditors.
Perform special projects, as assigned.
Understand and exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.