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Sr. Internal Auditor

Sr. Internal Auditor

CompanyGIA
LocationCarlsbad, CA, USA
Salary$81000 – $120000
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelSenior

Requirements

  • Understanding of Internal Auditing standards, COSO framework, and risk assessment practices.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills, with demonstrated ability to prepare coherent reports of audit results and present those reports at multiple levels of the organization.
  • Demonstrates strong critical thinking, organizational, analytical, and multi-tasking skills.
  • Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Strong computer skills utilizing Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. MS Word, Excel, Visio and PowerPoint)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration/Management, or related field is required.
  • 4-5+ years of relevant experience in internal auditing or public accounting firm is required.

Responsibilities

  • Leads in developing and completing various risk-based financial, operational, and compliance audit programs under the supervision of the Manager and/or Director of Internal Audit.
  • Independently executes all areas of the audit program including audit planning, audit testing, control evaluation, report drafting, and issue remediation.
  • Ensures documentation of processes, risks, and internal controls including narratives, process flowcharts, risk and control matrices, and audit test work papers are completed in accordance with professional and department standards.
  • Develops and performs audit program steps created to test the key controls identified in the risk assessments.
  • Ensures audit objectives are met while gathering and documenting sufficient evidence to support audit conclusion.
  • Collaborates with management to develop action plans to address audit findings and monitors the implementation of corrective actions.
  • Documents audit results in a written report that is accurate and effectively communicates audit observations and related action plans for resolution.
  • Communicates written audit results in a timely, comprehensive, and clear manner to the Manager and/or Director of Internal Audit, and GIA staff and leadership when applicable.
  • Performs follow-up on audit observations and management action plans.
  • As auditor-in-charge, oversee the day-to-day administration of assigned projects and regularly report progress and barriers to the Manager and/or Director of Internal Audit.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is strongly preferred.