Internal Auditor/Audit Leader

The Lead Internal Auditor is an experienced, business-focused audit professional responsible for leading financial, operational, compliance, and Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 ("SOX") audit activities across company. Reporting to the Head of Internal Audit, this role independently manages audit engagements from planning through reporting, evaluates internal controls, identifies risks, process improvements, and partners with management to strengthen the Company's control environment.
This position has a significant focus on SOX 404 compliance while also leading operational and advisory projects across finance, supply chain, inventory, procurement, distribution, and other key business functions.
Audit Planning and Project Leadership

Lead financial, operational, compliance, SOX, and advisory engagements from planning through final reporting.
Perform risk assessments, develop audit plans, define scope, and execute audit testing.
Conduct interviews, walkthroughs, and process reviews to evaluate business risks and internal controls.
Manage multiple audit projects, timelines, and priorities simultaneously.
Review work performed by team members or co-sourced auditors to ensure quality and compliance with Internal Audit standards.
Present audit findings and recommendations to management and monitor corrective actions.

Lead annual SOX 404 testing, including walkthroughs, control design assessments, operating effectiveness testing, and remediation validation.

• Evaluate financial reporting risks, key controls, and deficiencies.
• Support external auditors by providing documentation and testing support.
• Maintain accurate audit documentation within AuditBoard or other audit management systems.

Operational, Financial, and Compliance Audits

• Perform risk-based audits across finance, accounting, procurement, inventory, warehousing, logistics, payroll, treasury, and other business functions.
• Evaluate business processes for efficiency, compliance, financial accuracy, and asset protection.
• Participate in physical inventory observations and site visits at Company distribution centers.
• Assist with fraud investigations, special projects, system implementations, acquisitions, and other advisory engagements.

Build strong working relationships across Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, IT, HR, and Legal.

• Support the annual enterprise risk assessment and Internal Audit plan.
• Promote continuous improvement through data analytics, automation, and best audit practices.
• Other duties as assigned by the management.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.

• 5+ years of progressive experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, SOX Compliance, Risk Advisory, or related fields.
• Experience leading SOX 404 audits from planning through reporting.
• Internal Audit Standards
• Experience evaluating internal controls, identifying risks, and developing practical recommendations.
• Strong project management, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience using data analytics or automation tools such as Power BI, Python, SQL, or Alteryx.
• Ability to travel approximately 25% to Company distribution centers and other domestic locations.

CPA or CIA certification.

• Big Four or public company internal audit experience.
• Experience auditing supply chain, inventory, procurement, warehousing, logistics, or food distribution operations.
• Experience with Workday Financials, Fishbowl Inventory, AuditBoard, or similar ERP and audit systems.
• Experience using Python, SQL, Power BI, or Alteryx for audit analytics and automation.
• Professional proficiency in both Mandarin and English.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Office and warehouse environment
• Frequent computer and telephone use
• Occasional domestic travel,