Sr. Internal Auditor

The Job Title: Sr. Internal Auditor

The Company:  GIA is the world’s foremost authority in gemology. GIA is a global organization with headquarters located in Carlsbad, CA. GIA in Carlsbad boasts a 17-acre ocean view campus that accommodates approximately 600 of its 3,000 total employees worldwide. It offers many competitive health and commuter benefits that promote the well-being of its employees as well as that of the environment. Clicking here to learn more about GIA!

The Culture: With autonomy, performance and passion, the accounting department strongly collaborates across company functions to provide quality service to internal staff, stakeholders and GIA as a whole.

The Location: This position is located in Carlsbad, California at our corporate headquarters.  We offer a hybrid schedule with 3 days in the office (Monday, Wednesday, Friday), provided that metrics such as productivity and the quality of the deliverables are achieved.

What to expect:

• We offer competitive medical, dental, vision and matching 401-K plans

• Paid vacation, sick and holidays, tuition assistance, commuter benefits

The Environment:

• On-site cafe - affordable custom breakfast and lunch meals and Starbucks drinks!

• Economic friendly services - electric vehicle charging stations on-site

• Ergonomic assessments offered on-site and virtually

JOB OVERVIEW

The Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for leading and performing various risk-based financial, operational, and compliance audit programs, as part of the annual internal audit plan. This responsibility includes assisting the Manager of Internal Audit with developing the audit scope, performing audit procedures, documenting and/or reviewing the results of the work performed, and preparing internal audit reports reflecting the results of the work performed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in developing and completing various risk-based financial, operational, and compliance audit programs under the supervision of the Manager and/or Director of Internal Audit.
• Independently executes all areas of the audit program including audit planning, audit testing, control evaluation, report drafting, and issue remediation.
• Ensures documentation of processes, risks, and internal controls including narratives, process flowcharts, risk and control matrices, and audit test work papers are completed in accordance with professional and department standards.
• Develops and performs audit program steps created to test the key controls identified in the risk assessments. 
• Ensures audit objectives are met while gathering and documenting sufficient evidence to support audit conclusion.
• Collaborates with management to develop action plans to address audit findings and monitors the implementation of corrective actions.
• Documents audit results in a written report that is accurate and effectively communicates audit observations and related action plans for resolution.
• Communicates written audit results in a timely, comprehensive, and clear manner to the Manager and/or Director of Internal Audit, and GIA staff and leadership when applicable.
• Performs follow-up on audit observations and management action plans.
• As auditor-in-charge, oversee the day-to-day administration of assigned projects and regularly report progress and barriers to the Manager and/or Director of Internal Audit.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

• Understanding of Internal Auditing standards, COSO framework, and risk assessment practices.
• Strong interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills, with demonstrated ability to prepare coherent reports of audit results and present those reports at multiple levels of the organization. 
• Communicates effectively and efficiently, collaborates well with coworkers and management, and deals with others effectively and professionally under pressure.
• Demonstrates strong critical thinking, organizational, analytical, and multi-tasking skills.
• Fulfills assigned commitments in a timely manner within established budgets while achieving quality results.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Interacts effectively with all levels of employees at GIA, from executives to staff.
• Ability to establish client relationships and lead business-related discussions with client management.
• Maintains confidentiality and exhibits appropriate judgement when determining when information requires such confidentiality.
• Strong computer skills utilizing Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. MS Word, Excel, Visio and PowerPoint)

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration/Management, or related field is required.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in internal auditing or public accounting firm is required.
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is strongly preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT (if applicable)

• Work is performed in a designated professional office workstation and environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel to international and/or domestic locations, if needed.
• Extensive use of office equipment to include computer, calculator, copier, fax, and other business related machines and software.

Salary: $86,000 - $115,000 annually

An Equal Opportunity Employer
All employment decisions are made without regard to unlawful considerations of race, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

Disclaimer: This job description indicates in general terms, the type and level of work performed as well as the typical responsibilities of employees in this classification and it may be changed by management at any time. Other duties may also apply. Nothing in this job description changes the at-will employment relationship existing between the Company and its employees.