Senior Internal Auditor
About The Position
The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to support the Internal Audit department. As a nonprofit federally funded research and development center serving government and commercial customers, the Corporation works across space programs and systems. Internal Audit conducts financial, operational, and compliance engagements and supports investigations. The department is led by the Chief Audit Executive/Head of Internal Audit, supported by a manager and five senior auditors, and reports directly to the Chairperson of the Audit Committee, with administrative reporting to the Office of General Counsel and the CEO. The role leads assurance and advisory projects, examines financial and operational records and procedures, evaluates process design and internal controls, and recommends improvements. It also prepares audit reports, follows up on management action plans, supports external and government auditors, conducts risk assessments, contributes to the risk-based audit plan, and supports Hotline investigations. On-site, full-time presence in El Segundo, California is required to support audit projects and staff meetings.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Six or more years of experience in audit, or a combination of audit, finance, and accounting experience.
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- U.S. citizenship required.
- Ability to obtain Secret-level clearance at a minimum after hire.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree.
- Experience in fraud, waste, and abuse investigations (Hotline).
- Experience with SAP S4 HANA, Concur, or Ariba.
- Ability and willingness to work in a team environment.
- Versatility in working both tactically and strategically.
- Ability to handle multiple projects and use judgment to prioritize.
- Attention to detail.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to effectively coordinate efforts with internal and external organizations, with a customer-service orientation.
- Adaptability to changing organizational needs.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work under minimal supervision, self-initiate activities, and work within timelines, with time and project management skills.
- Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
- Experience with Uniform Grant Guidance (UGG) compliance requirements and filing.
- CPA, CIA, CFE, or other certification or license relevant to the position.
Responsibilities
- Lead assurance and advisory projects by planning and executing objectives, scope, and test procedures or consultations in accordance with the audit program.
- Conduct financial and operational audits by examining and verifying accounting, statistical, or operational records and procedures to assess the reliability and effectiveness of financial and control systems.
- Assess process design adequacy and internal control effectiveness.
- Recommend improvements or enhancements to process design or internal controls.
- Identify inefficient procedures and recommend cost-control or cost-saving measures.
- Prepare audit reports of findings and recommendations for management.
- Follow up on management action plans to address audit findings.
- Support external auditors in the annual review of the Corporation’s financial statements and benefit plan administration.
- Support government auditors reviewing time recording, government property, and other government reporting activities.
- Conduct risk assessment surveys to identify and measure risks in established operating areas.
- Support development and execution of a comprehensive audit plan based on risk assessment and management goals and objectives.
- Support Hotline investigations.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health care and wellness plans.
- Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.
- Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options.
- 401(k) plan with company-paid benefits of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service, plus matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested upon hire.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Variable pay program for exceptional contributions.
- Relocation assistance.
- Professional growth and development programs.
- Education assistance programs.
- An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
