Staff, Internal Auditor

Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc. • Itasca, IL

29d • $65,000 - $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Assists the Internal Audit team in the design and implementation of audit processes, procedures and methodologies. Responsible for planning and performing financial, operational, compliance, and IT audits throughout the Ajinomoto Group affiliates in North America including analytical review of data; evaluation of internal controls; identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency; and making recommendations to enhance business processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong ethical principles and a commitment to professional integrity.

Nice To Haves

• Prior internship or relevant work experience in auditing or a related field (preferred, but not required).
• Knowledge of accounting principles (preferred, but not required).
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CIA, CPA) are a plus.
• Experience with SAP or similar Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems preferred.
• Experience with data analysis software including ACL and Microsoft PowerBi is a plus.
• Prior international business experience with second language skills in Japanese is a plus.
• Ability to use ServiceNow Integrated Risk Management

Responsibilities

• Assist in all phases of the audit process, including planning, fieldwork, and reporting.
• Assist in risk assessments and identify key controls.
• Perform testing procedures, analyze data, and document findings.
• Draft clear, concise, and well-supported audit findings and provide recommendations.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of audit work papers.
• Maintain strong working relationships with auditees.
• Basic understanding of AI concepts and willingness to explore application in audit processes using AI-powered audit tools (e.g. ServiceNow Assist, Microsoft Teams)
• Assist in the development and implementation of audit programs.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices, regulatory changes, and emerging risks.
• Support special projects and ad-hoc requests as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Opportunity
• 401(k) with Company Contributions
• Medical, Dental, and Vision — Effective Day 1
• Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and Floating Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Programs and Yearly Wellness Reimbursement
• Work Flexibility
• Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
• Career Growth and Development within a Global Organization
• Company-Provided Mental Health and Caregiving support

What This Job Offers

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