Senior Internal Auditor

Vail Resorts • Broomfield, CO

19d • Hybrid

About The Position

As the Senior Internal Auditor, you are a key team member of the Internal Audit (IA) department and have a direct impact on its success. You will have the opportunity to learn and grow as a leader and internal auditor through: Leading risk-based assurance and advisory engagements across various areas of the business. Leading IA’s testing of internal controls over financial reporting to support management’s Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance efforts (i.e. project management and controls testing). Leading development and implementation of initiatives that help improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the department.

Requirements

• Three (3) to six (6) years of progressive experience and responsibility in public accounting (i.e. Big 4, other public accounting / consulting firms), internal auditing, external auditing, and/or IT auditing.
• SOX knowledge and experience in SOX controls testing.
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, finance, information technology or a related business field with significant quantitative and analytical content.

Nice To Haves

• Passion for Vail Resorts.
• Contributes to an Experience of a Lifetime for Team.
• Certification in relevant field (CIA, CPA, CFE, CISA, etc.) or seeking certification a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, programming languages (e.g., SQL), and experience analyzing large data sets.
• Basic knowledge of systems, application controls and IT general controls.

Responsibilities

• Has extensive experience of the controls suited to manage a variety of risks.
• Advances the organization’s control awareness and improves their ownership of internal controls.
• Independently can perform basic reviews of IT general and application controls across core business processes and make recommendations on improving control effectiveness.
• Coaches others to enhance their financial literacy.
• Applies knowledge of accounting processes and financial controls to audit's work.
• Actively stays up-to-date on the latest risks impacting the organization and how they are evolving through a range of internal and external sources.
• Evaluates governance structures and processes and their alignment with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Applies risk-based prioritization to plan and execute engagements, aligning procedures with organizational objectives and leading practices.
• Independently applies the International Professional Practices Framework to develop and implement comprehensive auditing strategies tailored to organizational risk and industry-specific needs.
• Assists in conducting internal quality assessments, identifying gaps in conformance with the Global Internal Audit Standards and Topical Requirements.
• Demonstrates the ability to apply principles of integrated assurance by collaborating with the compliance and risk management functions and external auditors to align risk and control coverage.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of risk management processes, including risk identification, assessment, response, and monitoring.
• Proactively seeks out and leverages experts in diverse functional areas to provide more valuable, relevant recommendations to the business.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the company’s financial business requirements and regulatory compliance practices (e.g., GAAP, SEC, taxes, GDPR etc.).
• Utilizes internal and external experts as appropriate.
• Is aware of the company's key competitors and relevant industry risks, using that knowledge to inform audit scope and execution.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the Company's strategic priorities across the different business units.
• Evaluates how social and environmental objectives are integrated into the organization’s governance, strategy, and risk management processes.
• Leads all components of an audit to confirm that engagements are conducted on time and of a high quality.
• If necessary, is able to lead several audit assignments at once, ensuring that all audit objectives are met.
• Applies project management techniques to internal audit engagements commensurate with job role and assigned responsibilities.
• Manages work efforts effectively to ensure assigned tasks are completed on time and in conformance with the Standards.
• Can pinpoint systemic causes of operational problems and the business processes that have generated and/or permitted those problems to occur.
• Identifies and recommends to stakeholders leading practice solutions to improve their processes.
• Leverages prior experience to develop refined observations, create detailed report outlines for alignment with engagement manager, and draft report content that is accurate, objective, clear, concise constructive, complete, and timely.
• Develops concise, well-structured audit reports and communications that clearly convey findings, root causes, and recommendations.
• Clearly links insight back to engagement objective, business objectives, strategic priorities and initiatives.
• Delivers multidimensional insights and adapts them to the audience.
• Leverages risk research and gains additional insight through stakeholder interviews and reviews of relevant policies, procedures, and 3rd-party reviews.
• Develops prioritized list of risks with well-defined impact statements.
• Is able to relate the organization’s risk tolerance to the appropriateness of controls.
• Includes stakeholder input and considers the use of data analytics, client KPIs, and other risk factors to influence engagement focus areas.
• Responsible for all phases of engagements ensuring delivery on time, on budget, and aligned with department policies, procedures, and standards.
• Maintains priorities, is accountable for own and others’ work and manages expectations.
• Responsible for developing and implementing work programs, control testing, developing observations, working with management to define practical action plans, drafting reports, and coordinating and reporting on overall engagement status.
• Works autonomously knowing when to escalate or seek support.
• Receives minimal level of guidance and direction, seeking consultation if unclear.
• Identifies and correlates themes in observations within and across engagements.
• Accountable for managing own time to perform tasks and document audit steps performed, conclusions, and results aligned with department standards.
• Proactively works to develop solutions through collaboration.
• SOX control testing including business process and IT general controls.
• Coordinates direct assistance support provided to external auditors.
• Develops detailed outlines of data queries for delivery to data analytics resource (e.g., IA, IT, or Business).
• Develops methodical and well documented approach for the cleansing and normalization of datasets.
• Leverages computer-based tools to efficiently and effectively apply statistical sampling techniques.
• Applies a tailored statistical sampling technique (e.g., random number, interval, stratified, cluster, dollar unit, etc.) based on the unique circumstances of a test.
• Clearly articulates connections between business objectives, risks, and data.
• Designs sound test plans that generate valuable insight.
• Reviews relevant process flows, policies, and procedures to identify potential fraud scenarios and/or control gaps.
• Evaluates fraud risk assessment processes and fraud prevention and detection controls.
• Seeks mutual understanding and welcomes sharing of information fully.
• Is able to coach auditors in developing the appropriate means and styles of communication.
• Is able to create and deliver effective presentations.
• Spots potential conflict and proactively brings disagreements into the open, to aid in their resolution.
• Is able to negotiate with management to confirm audit recommendations are agreed and acted upon.
• Resolves conflicts by emphasizing agreement on verified data and negotiating effectively to align with organizational objectives, while maintaining objectivity.
• Demonstrates networking skills and the ability to develop and sustain effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders at a senior level.
• Uses prior knowledge and experiences, resources, and ethical standards to identify issues / risks, analyze data, and make and communicate informed decisions about the courses of action that are appropriate in specific circumstances.
• Demonstrates an understanding of: Business objectives of the area being audited; Risks associated with business objectives; How internal controls contribute to achievement of organizational objectives.
• Coach Analysts on department requirements.
• Provides positive and constructive feedback to others.
• Development of team members, business stakeholders on engagements.
• Agile in engagement delivery; identifies the need to adjust engagement approach or tasks.
• Assesses self ‐ development and career needs.
• Seeks constructive feedback and applies to goals and development plans.
• Provides guidance to internal auditors on ethical dilemmas and promotes a culture of integrity within the internal audit function.
• Evaluates evidence with appropriate professional skepticism and ensures due professional care is exercised in all audit work.
• Demonstrates problem-solving skills and adaptability in addressing challenges within audit engagements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
• More employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
• Free ski passes for dependents
• Critical Illness and Accident plans

What This Job Offers

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