Corporate Internal Auditor

Overview:

This position conducts systematic, objective appraisals of the diverse operational, financial, and technology controls within the organization to determine the efficacy of the control environment. The Internal Auditor reviews to ensure financial and operating information is accurate and reliable, risks to the company are identified and minimized, external regulations and internal policies are adhered to, resources are used efficiently and economically, and the organization's objectives are effectively achieved. This position travels regularly across the Omni Hotels & Resorts portfolio of locations (70% travel) to complete internal audits.

Responsibilities:

Perform routine compliance audits of Omni property activities, as well as data-analytics-driven audits of financial, operational, and technology processes. Perform audit procedures, including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing and analyzing evidence, and documenting company processes and procedures. Review procedures and records for their adequacy to accomplish intended objectives, and appraise policies and plans relating to the activity or function under audit. Prepare clear and concise working papers, including sufficient documentation to support procedures completed and related findings and conclusions. Verify adherence to company policies, procedures, and pertinent regulations, at various levels of the organization. Recommend improvements in management controls designed to safeguard company resources and assets. Appraise the adequacy of the action taken by operating management to correct reported deficient conditions. Assist operating management in identifying company strengths and improvement opportunities. Prepare and give oral and written presentation of findings to auditees, area and senior management. Conduct non-routine examinations at the request of management, including fraud and special investigations and reviews of representations made by persons outside of the organization. Evaluate vendor and third-party relationships for contract compliance and procurement risk. Use AI-enabled tools (e.g., generative AI assistants, AI-powered analytics) to support audit testing, working paper preparation, and report drafting, with appropriate professional review of all AI-assisted output. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with the ability to comfortably communicate to all levels of management.

Additional Responsibilities:

Examine and evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of information systems, IT general controls, and cybersecurity risk. Assist in identifying and evaluating the organization's audit risk areas and provide input to the development of the risk-based annual internal audit plan. Assist with identifying and defining issues, analyzing evidence, documenting processes and procedures, preparing flowcharts, and developing recommendations and action plans. Assist in writing audit reports and discussing with management the audit results and recommendations for improvement. Leverage data analytics tools (e.g., SQL, Power BI, Tableau) to identify trends, exceptions, and opportunities for continuous auditing. Identify opportunities to apply AI and automation to routine audit tasks, and stay current on AI-related risks and controls as part of technology and cybersecurity reviews.

Qualifications:

Required:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Hospitality, or related field. Strong attention to detail and analytical skills. Ability to manage time effectively with little supervision. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be based in Dallas, Texas, or willing to relocate, with the ability to travel up to 70%.

Preferred:

Prior internal or external audit experience. Hotel or hospitality operations experience. Experience with data analytics or audit software (e.g., SQL, Power BI, Tableau, ACL/Diligent, or similar). Familiarity with IT general controls and cybersecurity risk concepts. Comfort using AI-powered tools (e.g., generative AI assistants, AI-enabled analytics platforms) to support audit work. CPA, CIA, CFE or CISA certifications is a plus.