Internal Auditor

The Keller Group is partnering with a stable public company in the Phoenix area in its search for an Internal Auditor. This is a highly visible, cross-functional role supporting the company's financial internal control structure and branch audit function across North America, offering the opportunity to build broad exposure across SOX compliance, operational auditing and cross-departmental collaboration. Competitive compensation package Comprehensive medical, dental and wellness offerings Generous paid time off and 401k with a company match Ongoing professional development and training Opportunities to expand expertise across a growing, dynamic organization Responsibilities Support audit leadership with the development and execution of the Company's annual SOX audit, including financial reporting risk assessment and identifying risks at the financial statement assertion level. Perform and document process walkthroughs alongside SOX testing to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls. Communicate audit results and significant findings to audit leadership and corporate management through written and verbal reporting. Provide training to employees on SOX control documentation and remediation activities. Interface with external auditors to support the SOX plan and perform testing on their behalf as needed. Conduct end-to-end operational audits of branch locations, including planning, execution, wrap-up, and reporting. Respond to complex, escalated inquiries arising during the SOX audit process. Partner with local management to identify opportunities for continuous improvement in controls and financial process efficiency. Support additional projects as assigned in alignment with audit team and corporate objectives. Occasional travel required, approximately 4-5 trips per year across North America. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance At least 1 year of progressive experience in public accounting and/or internal audit CPA and/or CIA preferred Solid business acumen with working knowledge of US GAAP, GAAS, SOX, COSO and IIA auditing standards Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess business processes, risks and controls Familiarity with IT audit concepts, risks and general controls Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of management Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite Experience with SAP and/or AuditBoard preferred #J-18808-Ljbffr The Keller Group