Working under the direction of the Internal Audit Management team, this position primarily performs internal audit work, designed to execute internal audit projects on the annual audit plan and any other special requests/projects that may arise during the course of the year in accordance with Internal Audit's policies and procedures and risk management strategies.

This position will also play an important role in the Company's program to comply with the provisions of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and interface with its external auditors. The expectation is that a successful internal auditor will develop appropriate relationships within the business and exhibit skills and competencies to attain the next level in the Internal Audit Department or transition to a role outside of the department in a two - three year period.

In addition, your primary responsibilities will include:

· Understands and applies Internal Audit's policies and procedures and working paper standards.

. Performs internal audit work of a basic to moderately complex nature (e.g. reviews quarterly operating results, test SOX controls, assess key business process, risks and controls, performs special projects/management requests, etc.).

. Creates work products (e.g. narratives, walkthroughs, test of transactions, audit analysis, audit reports, etc.) that document the audit procedures performed, the findings/observations noted and the results of those procedures.

. Assists external auditors with financial statement audit procedures and Sox 404 testing.

. Assist with the development of comprehensive audit programs.

. Manages time effectively to assure work is completed within agreed upon time frames.

. Assists in the preparation of the draft audit report and enhances its content based on application of knowledge and experience. Works with the audit team in the development of creative, practical and cost-effective recommendations for improvement. Develops value-added suggestions for improvement.

. Demonstrates teamwork by responsively cooperating with other project team members, sharing information and ideas, accepting constructive feedback, and accepting additional assignments when appropriate.

. Uses technology to enhance the effectiveness of deliverables and create efficiencies,

. Maintains a professional development plan to continually develop technical and professional skills. Keeps skills and knowledge up to date. Seeks opportunities to work on areas that will further develop skills.

The ideal candidate will also possess:

. Bachelor's degree in business related fields.

. 2 - 3 years minimum related, applicable experience, with at least 1 year in public accounting preferred.

. Professional certification in at least one area (e.g. CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, etc.) is desired.

. Well-developed analytical, interpersonal, and communication (both written and oral) skills.

. Exhibits a positive attitude and professional demeanor.

. Foreign language abilities and international business experience are desired but not mandatory.

. Ability to travel within the United States and abroad.

. Ability to work in excess of standard hours, as needed, to complete assigned tasks.

. Possesses good project management skills.

. Familiarity with risk assessment, internal control documentation, and the provisions of the Sarbanes Oxley Act.

. Experience in retail and wholesale industries a plus.

. Desire to grow as a professional.

. Demonstrated proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Power Point.

. Experience in retail or wholesale a plus.

. Confidence to interact productively with senior financial managers and other executives outside the financial reporting function.

If you are interested in learning more about these roles, please send resume to:

Mike Toohey

mtoohey@careersinct.com