Internal Auditor

ROLE SUMMARY:

The Staff Internal Auditor will assist members of the Internal Audit Team in implementing the strategic objectives of the Internal Audit Department by performing tests of the Company’s internal controls and processes to ensure that they are adequate, functional, and adhere to regulatory requirements, as well as established organizational policies and procedures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducting interviews, reviewing documents, composing summary memos, and preparing working papers;
• Identifying, developing, and documenting audit observations and recommendations using independent judgment and analysis;
• Conducting special reviews and investigations;
• Communicating or assisting in communicating the results of audit and advisory engagements via written reports and oral presentations;
• Reviewing and reporting on the status of management action plans in response to audit recommendations;
• Promoting and disseminating best practices for business processes, risk management, internal controls and governance;
• Working with and liaising with external auditors;
• Pursuing professional development opportunities, including external and internal training and membership with professional organizations;

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2+ years of relevant experience in control testing/auditing and designing risk-based controls;

• Bachelor-level degree in Accounting, Finance, or other relevant fields;

• Strong understanding and experience with the audit life cycle including: performing risks assessments, designing controls, and prioritizing risk;

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Ability to interact with varying levels of individuals;
• Flexible and self-directed individual with the ability to stay focused and meet multiple goals, while working independently;
• CIA or CISA, or working towards certification;
• Travel requirement: 20-25%
• Hybrid in office work environment

NOTE:  This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Ports America is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy); sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US. 

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