Corporate Internal Auditor

JOB SUMMARY: 

The Internal Auditor is responsible for assisting the internal audit team in assessing the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and processes in place at the Company and making recommendations for improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

The position includes, but is not limited to, the following essential job duties, responsibilities and requirements:

• Perform the evaluation of design and operating effectiveness of ICOFR (internal controls over financial reporting)/SOX key controls in accordance with testing methodology and standards.
• Provide conclusions on tested controls, participate in discussion with control owner to agree on action plans for ineffective controls.
• Participate in planning and perform audit mandates assigned (financial, operations, special projects), in accordance with audit standards and internal audit methodology.
• Evaluate the Company’s operating processes and systems to identify meaningful opportunities for improvement that are designed to add value and improve the organization’s operations.
• Prepare draft findings and recommendations and participate in discussions with process owners.
• Assist in the preparation of audit reports.
• Participate in follow-up on the implementation of action plans agreed to in audit.
• Act as a strategic business partner to management regarding internal controls, process and system efficiency and risk management,
• Be a key team member in continuously improving the audit strategy and methodology.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Business/Finance or other related field combined CIA designation.
• An accounting (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation is desirable.
• Minimum of 2 years of auditing experience or 3 years of financial accounting experience.
• Big 6 firm experience is desirable.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage time to ensure that assigned tasks are completed on time and to escalate any concerns timely.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite applications.
• Ability to work independently and on multiple projects.
• Strong critical thinking, reasoning skills and analytical skills.
• Experience with data analytics (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, etc.) is desirable.
• Professionalism, integrity, and sound professional judgment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Complete physical activity inventory of the position includes:

• Work requires frequent sitting, standing, walking and use of keyboard/computer.
• Work requires occasional bending, reaching and lifting/moving up to 35 pounds.
• Work is subject to tight deadlines and interruptions can be stressful.
• Travel to store locations as necessary.
• Sit for long periods of time.
• Operate computer keyboard and mouse for data entry.
• View computer monitor
• Hear and speak via telephone.
• Reach forward and/or overhead

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Working conditions inventory of the position includes:

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate at a normal range.
• The lighting will include natural light from the outside as well as fluorescent lighting throughout the work areas.
• Work with minimum direction and periodic supervision.

JOB DESCRIPTION ACKNOWLEDGMENT

This Job Description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed in this position and it is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all the duties, responsibilities, functions and qualifications required of the position.  The incumbent may be asked to perform other duties and will be evaluated, in part, on performance of the tasks listed in this job description.  As with all positions, the responsibilities and duties of this position may change.  The Company reserves the right to revise this Job Description at any time with or without notice. This Job Description does not constitute a contract for employment and either the incumbent or the Company may terminate employment at any time, for any reason, with or without notice.

Circle K is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (the ADA) and all state and local disability laws.  Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the ADA and certain state or local laws as long as it does not impose an undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company’s Human Resources Representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Circle K is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (the ADA) and all state and local disability laws.  Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the ADA and certain state or local laws as long as it does not impose an undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company’s Human Resources Representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

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