Internal Auditor
About The Position
Help drive operational excellence and protect the integrity of Esri’s business. The Internal Auditor assesses internal controls, the accuracy of financial records, and operational efficiency. The role plans and executes financial, operational, and compliance audits and supports special projects. It regularly interacts 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 provides broad organizational exposure and an opportunity to contribute to business performance and risk management. The role is onsite at Esri’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 meet deadlines across multiple assignments 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
- Experience with SAP or another major ERP system.
- 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 of areas with potential risk or concern.
- Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of Esri’s 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 in processes under review.
- Plan, coordinate, and perform internal audits, including developing audit programs and creating internal audit issues and reports.
- Perform financial and operational audits to assess control effectiveness and compliance with management plans, policies, and procedures; financial-information accuracy; accountability and safeguarding of company assets; and efficient use of resources.
- Maintain comprehensive working papers supporting and substantiating audit observations.
- Assist in developing internal audit department 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 of fraud investigations and company acquisition or disposition activities.
- Assist with regulatory compliance and financial audits as necessary.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees and their families.
- 401(k) and profit-sharing programs.
- Minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave.
- Twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
