Staff Internal Auditor

Chicago, Illinois Permanent USD75,000 - USD90,000 per year Hybrid working View Job Description
Our client is seeking a Staff Internal Auditor to become part of our dynamic and collaborative team. This position involves conducting audits to assess the design and effectiveness of internal controls, evaluate risks, and suggest process enhancements.
  • Hybrid opportunity due to the Covid pandemic
  • Growing organization looking to add to its internal audit function

About Our Client

Client is a Publicly Traded, Manufacturer & Distributor, looking to add to its Internal Audit Function.

Job Description

  • Assist with annual Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) testing and a variety of financial, operational, and compliance audits.
  • Contribute to audit planning by conducting risk assessments and defining audit scope.
  • Perform in-depth testing of controls and transactions to assess the effectiveness and adequacy of internal controls.
  • Conduct interviews with employees to gather insights and understand business processes.
  • Prepare audit work papers in compliance with departmental and professional auditing standards.
  • Draft audit reports summarizing key findings and recommendations for Senior Management and the Audit Committee.
  • Build and maintain relationships across various levels of the organization, facilitating discussions on deficiencies and securing commitment to action plans.
  • Perform financial analysis to identify risks and uncover opportunities for improvement.
  • Act as a key advisor to management on internal control matters.
  • Support the development of the Annual Audit Plan and the refresh of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM).
  • Coordinate with external auditors and specialists for audits and special projects.
  • Stay up to date on internal auditing standards, best practices, SOX requirements, and industry trends.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • At least 1-2 years of experience in public accounting, internal auditing, or a related operational role.
  • Familiarity with auditing standards, financial accounting principles (GAAP), and SOX compliance requirements.
  • Understanding of the COSO framework and its application to Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR).
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Experience with audit software and data analytics tools is a plus.
  • Prior experience in the manufacturing industry is preferred but not required.



What's on Offer

  • Work from home flexibility
  • Competitive Base Salary
  • Bonus Incentives
  • Great Work-Life Balance
  • Generous Benefit Package
Contact
Kenneth Oxman
Quote job ref
JN-032025-6707431

Job summary

Sector
Audit & Advisory
Sub Sector
Internal Audit
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Chicago
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Kenneth Oxman
Job Reference
JN-032025-6707431
Job Nature
Hybrid working