Internal Auditor

Carter Bank•Martinsville, VA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Internal Auditor performs internal audits under the direct supervision of the Internal Audit Manager/Director, reviews procedures, and conducts tests and analysis, preparing work papers. The Internal Auditor must display the key qualities of analytical/critical thinking and communication. The Internal Auditor adds value through process reviews and communicating results.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field and relevant work experience preferred
Prior Internal Audit experience or relative process/project work with an emphasis on improvement preferred
Basic understanding of COSO, SOX, and internal controls
Ability to perform effectively in fast-paced environment
Sound, competent critical thinking skills
Effective time management skills
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office
Strong verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

Assist in the documentation of SOX Walkthroughs, conduct SOX testing, and conduct financial and operational audits
With assistance from the Internal Audit Manager, create narratives and identify associated risks and controls
Assist in the creation of the test plan, performing detailed audit tests, examining documents and records, observing operations, and conducting interviews with clients
Work to identify and analyze business risks and problem solve, prioritize and take initiative
Compile work papers that effectively document the audit process, including testing, findings, issues and conclusions; Audit work should be documented such that procedures are repeatable.
Assist Internal Audit Manager with documentation of opening and exit interviews; Track the status of open issues, perform and document procedures in order to review completion of agreed upon management action plans
Assist management with risk identification, process documentation, testing of controls, and documenting issues; Obtain management responses on issues and follow up regarding remediation.
Communicate with department representatives regarding audit and project status.
Establish and maintain effective relationships with management and internal clients.
Work as a team with Audit peers as necessary to complete assigned projects.
Attend and actively participate in organization, or job specific training
Understand client operations and business goals and objectives; Make recommendations that strengthen internal controls and mitigate risks