Internal Auditor

Esri•Redlands, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Internal Auditor assesses the effectiveness of internal controls, the accuracy of financial records, and the efficiency of operations. The role plans and executes financial, operational, and compliance audits and supports special projects. It interacts regularly with mid- to senior-level management in Accounting and Finance, Operations, and Information Systems and Technology to identify improvement opportunities, strengthen business processes, and support strategic initiatives. The position offers broad organizational exposure and the opportunity to contribute to business performance and risk management. This is an onsite role at the company’s campus in Redlands, California.

Requirements

At least 5 years of internal audit experience with a public accounting firm and/or in corporate industry, emphasizing financial and accounting applications and financial and operational controls.
Strong mathematical and analytical skills and proficiency with common analytical tools such as ACL/Galvanize, Arbutus, or IDEA.
Ability to create and analyze process flowcharts to identify internal control weaknesses and process-improvement opportunities.
Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills when working with all levels of management.
Ability to manage, prioritize, and deliver multiple work assignments to deadlines while consistently producing high-quality work.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or a related field with an Accounting Certificate or qualification meeting California CPA eligibility requirements.
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

SAP or other major ERP system experience.
Information technology audit experience.
Prior internal audit, risk advisory, or audit experience.
Master’s degree in accounting, or a related field with an Accounting Certificate or qualification meeting California CPA eligibility requirements.
CPA, CIA, CISA, or other related certification.

Responsibilities

Assist with developing and executing the annual audit plan.
Plan and perform project-based internal audits in areas of potential risk or concern.
Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal control environment.
Review work papers, reports, and other audit deliverables for quality, accuracy, and achievement of audit objectives.
Prepare process-flow documentation and identify risk points for processes under review.
Plan, coordinate, and perform internal audits, including developing audit programs and preparing internal audit issues and reports.
Conduct financial and operational audits to evaluate control effectiveness and compliance with management’s plans, policies, and procedures; assess financial information accuracy, company asset accountability and safeguarding, and resource utilization.
Maintain comprehensive working papers supporting and substantiating audit observations.
Assist in developing the internal audit department’s procedures, practices, and training.
Analyze data and recommend process improvements.
Support issue remediation with control owners to ensure risks are appropriately addressed.
Perform financial reviews related to fraud investigations and company acquisition or disposition activities.
Assist with regulatory compliance and financial audits as necessary.