Internal Auditor

Hudson Automotive Group is now hiring for an Internal Auditor in Charlotte, NC.

Do you have at least 3 years of experience in public accounting or internal auditing? Are you an effective communicator? Are you looking for a career with a growing organization, excellent company culture, super employee recognition programs and top compensation? If so, we want to speak with you.

Prior accounting and internal audit experience required. Public accounting experience OR prior automotive accounting experience is STRONGLY preferred.

What we offer

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• Paid Vacation/Holidays
• Paid Training
• Employee development through training and advancement opportunities
• Employee discounts on products & services
• Balanced work schedule

What you’ll do

• Perform audits at the dealerships and corporate functions to evaluate conformance with GAAP financial reporting, company policy & procedures, internal controls, operational processes, as well as compliance with various laws and regulations.
• Conduct reviews of organizational, various assigned department or functional areas, and third parties within an established/required timeline, including audit testing of specified area and identify reportable issues and dimension of risk.
• Determine scope of review in conjunction with the VP of Internal Audit & Compliance, including audit approach to focus on key-risk areas. Determine the auditing procedures to be used, including the use of computer-assisted audit techniques. Determine alternative audit methods to test or review when audit results indicate that there may be significant deficiencies.
• Obtain, analyze, and appraise evidentiary data as a basis for an informed, objective opinion on the adequacy and effectiveness of the financial transactions and internal control environment to safeguard company assets.
• Document and evaluate the design and effectiveness of key controls supporting audit opinion of internal controls over financial reporting and operating procedures. Gather and prepare detailed documents and workpapers that support all audit findings.
• Review the suitability of internal control design; proactively inform senior management of significant risks or exposures related to internal controls, compliance, and/or governance requiring prompt attention.
• Report audit findings and make appropriate, clear, and well thought out recommendations for correcting unsatisfactory conditions, improving processes, and reducing costs.
• Prepare draft of audit findings and effectively communicate the findings to management during and at the conclusion of the audit examination, including discussing deficiencies, recommending timely corrective actions, as well as improvement in financial operations and reductions in cost.
• Prepare formal written audit reports and presentations to the senior leadership team.
• Participate in critical business and technology initiatives and projects ensuring that audit's perspective is effectively voiced, and appropriate controls are designed and implemented on a proactive basis.
• Assist with maintaining audit technology platform leveraging support from the information systems group as needed.
• Assist with coordinating the activities of external auditors and other third parties, which include operational walkthroughs, audit fieldwork, and how best to leverage the work performed and results produced from Internal Audit's work.
• Must be able to safeguard private and sensitive information.
• Effectively manage and complete all assignments and projects in a timely manner.
• Coordinate audit and project fieldwork in an economical manner.
• Assist with training new department personnel.
• Maintain effective working relationships with all levels across the organization.
• Participate in enhancing the status of the Internal Audit Department.
• Must maintain professional conduct and appearance.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, and IIA principles and practices.
• Knowledge of general business and operational processes and controls.
• knowledge of IT general controls.
• Knowledge of a variety of reporting procedures, regulations, and law.
• Planning and time management.
• Strong analytical, written/verbal communication, interpersonal, and relationship building skills.
• Effectively able to work independently and in a team environment.
• Tenacity, positive attitude, and good work ethics.
• Ability to adapt to change quickly, multi-task, and be flexible.
• Technology Proficient (Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, IDEA, CaseWare, and ability to learn new software).
• DMS software (CDK, DealerTrack, Reynolds, Qlik, DealerOps, etc.) experience is a plus.
• Finance and Insurance (F&I) compliance experience is a plus.
• Willing and able to travel about 50%

Experience & Education that we are seeking:

• 3 to 6+ years of experience in public accounting and/or corporate internal auditing.
• Experience with audit testing, workpaper documentation, writing clear and concise audit reports, and computer assisted audit techniques.
• Previous experience in automotive accounting is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or master’s degree in accounting with a different major is an acceptable equivalent.
• Certified Internal Audit (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is a plus.

Hudson Automotive is a third-generation, family-owned and operated business proudly serving customers with all their automotive needs. Founded in 1948, Hudson Automotive has grown from a single location in Providence, KY to a multistate, multi-franchise organization with over 50 dealerships and more than 5,000 employees throughout South Carolina, Georgia, North Carolina, Ohio, Louisiana, Kentucky and Tennessee.

Our dealerships have been repeatedly recognized for outstanding customer service and have received Toyota’s President's Award, Nissan’s Global Award, Ford’s President's Award and the Honda President’s Award for their dedication to excellence. In 2022, Hudson Automotive was voted Best Places to Work in South Carolina.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.