Internal Audit Associate

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Internal Audit Associate to support our newly established Internal Audit department. This role will assist with the development of the Internal Audit function and support the implementation of a successful SOX compliance program for an emerging and growing business. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their audit, accounting, or finance career who is looking to gain hands-on experience, build foundational SOX and internal controls knowledge, and grow within a dynamic internal audit function.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the development and execution of the company’s SOX compliance program. Attend SOX process walkthroughs and assist in documenting key processes, risks, and controls. Assist in the preparation and maintenance of process narratives, flowcharts, and risk and control matrices. Help identify key financial reporting risks and related internal controls. Assist with control design assessments and documentation of control attributes. Support internal audit and SOX testing activities, including gathering evidence, organizing documentation, and tracking open items. Collaborate with process owners across Accounting, Operations, IT, and other business functions. Maintain clear, accurate, and well-organized audit documentation in accordance with internal audit standards. Assist with status reporting, issue tracking, remediation follow-up, and other SOX program management activities. Contribute to continuous improvement efforts as the internal audit function and SOX program mature.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. 2 to 3 years of relevant experience in internal audit, external audit, SOX compliance, accounting, or finance. Basic understanding of internal controls, financial reporting risks, and audit documentation standards. Experience with SOX compliance, public accounting, or corporate internal audit. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with data analysis tools is a plus. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team while managing multiple priorities and deadlines. Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing accurate, well-organized, and high-quality work.

We proudly offer: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with Company Match, Pet insurance and more! We reward the hard work of our team members with fun and exciting company events, Summer Picnic, Festive Packages, Holiday Celebrations, and associate referral bonuses! Founded in 2011, Piping Rock Health Products has gone on to win Long Island’s Top Workplaces Award 8 years in a row & securing the spot as Top Supplement Manufacturing Company 2024 by Food Business Review! Supported by a group of vitamin visionaries with over 40 years of industry experience and a carefully curated team of talented associates. Piping Rock is a global vitamin and supplement manufacturer with an unwavering commitment to creating quality wellness products. We believe that family always comes first, and that the dedication of our associates is the key ingredient to our success. We are a drug free workplace, regulated by the FDA, required to follow Federal Guidelines; therefore in order to start as well as maintain employment, you must be able to successfully clear drug screening processes, which include testing for all illegal substances per Federal Guidelines. Piping Rock Health Products, INC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.