Internal Auditor

J&J Snack Foods • Mount Laurel, NJ

9d • $75,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

J&J Snack Foods Corp. is hiring an Internal Auditor to join its Internal Audit team. The position reports to the Manager Internal Audit and is based at the company’s Mount Laurel, New Jersey office. The role participates in annual risk assessment and audit planning, supports all phases of audits, performs follow-up on management action plans, and conducts detailed annual SOX testing. The Internal Auditor also develops business relationships across the company, pursues relevant professional training, and researches or helps implement tools and technologies to improve the Internal Audit Department’s efficiency and effectiveness. Travel is 15–20%, including visits to U.S. plants and regular visits to the Nashville, Tennessee office.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or management information systems.
• At least 18 months of experience in public accounting or internal audit.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SOX, and IIA Professional Standards.
• Demonstrated experience executing audits and evaluating risk and controls within a complex operating environment.
• Ability to work independently with little oversight when needed.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong analytical, time management, organizational, and presentation skills.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, able to problem solve, and able to stay on task.

Nice To Haves

• CPA, CIA, or CISA certification.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the annual risk assessment and assist with preparing the annual audit plan based on evaluated risks.
• Participate in scoping individual audits and research relevant audit topics, such as accounting, compliance, general manufacturing, and IT security.
• Assist the Manager Internal Audit with audit planning, fieldwork, and closing activities.
• Draft audit observations and recommendations and communicate draft observations and recommendations to auditees.
• Follow up on management action plans and assess the adequacy of evidence submitted to close observations.
• Perform annual detailed SOX testing and recommend ways the business can strengthen its control environment.
• Develop and maintain relationships with appropriate levels of management across the business so Internal Audit stays informed about changes in business activities and objectives.
• Seek relevant classes and training to maintain or expand professional skills and licenses.
• Research and help implement tools and technologies, including AI, to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of Internal Audit work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level