Internal Auditor
Meredith Corporation
2021-12-03 07:50:12
Des Moines, Iowa, United States
Job type: fulltime
Job industry: Banking & Financial Services
Job description
Performs risk-based operational, financial, and compliance internal audits, including controls testing, necessary to promote the reliability and integrity of financial and operational information; internal policies and procedures, and laws and regulations;. In addition, performs audit work related to the annual financial statements audit, employee benefit plan audits, and special investigations.
Essential Job Functions
10% - Assists in developing audit programs designed to achieve the audit objectives identified in the annual audit plan.
15% - Performs and documents detailed process and control walkthroughs and control test procedures.
15% - Performs audits of financial, administrative and operations systems throughout the company within established budgets, target dates and quality standards. Assess risks exposures within each audit engagement and makes recommendations for additional audit procedures as considered necessary.
20% - Reviews, analyzes, tests and documents various systems, procedures, and internal controls; analyzes business processes and workflows. Prepares audit work papers according to department and professional standards.
15% - Assists in preparing professional, clear, concise audit reports and memorandums for management with appropriate and practical recommendations for improvements. Ensures all report findings are adequately supported by work paper documentation and are reviewed with management. Solicits management involvement in developing report recommendations.
15% - Maintains technical proficiency in all areas of auditing, accounting, and industry issues.
10% - Works in partnership with the external auditors to facilitate the completion of the annual financial statements audit and employee benefit plan audits.
Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements | All must be met to be considered.
Education:
Four-year business degree majoring in accounting, finance or business administration. Certification as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is helpful but not required.
Experience:
At least one year of audit experience in public accounting or internal audit preferred. Experience in financial controls testing and walkthroughs preferred.
Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Technical/procedural expertise Oral/written communication skills Analytical thinking Attention to detail Adapting to change Relationship building
% Travel Required (Approximate): up to 5%