Internal Auditor at Esri in Redlands, CA

Job description

• Help drive operational excellence and protect the integrity of our business. As an Internal Auditor, you will play a key role in assessing the effectiveness of internal controls, accuracy of financial records, and efficiency of operations. In this position, you will plan and execute financial, operational, and compliance audits, as well as support special projects. You will also regularly interact with mid to senior level management in the areas of Accounting and Finance, Operations, and Information Systems and Technology to identify opportunities for improvement, strengthen business processes, and support strategic initiatives.
• This role offers broad exposure across the organization and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on business performance and risk management.
• Join our busy, collaborative team onsite at our beautiful campus in Redlands, CA.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development and execution of the annual audit plan
• Plan and perform internal audits for areas of potential concern with respect to risk on a project-by-project basis
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of Esri’s internal control environment
• Perform review of work papers, reports, and other audit deliverables ensuring quality, accuracy, and achievement of audit objectives
• Prepare process flow documentation and identification of risk points for processes under review
• Plan, coordinate, and perform internal audits, including the development of the audit program and creation of the internal audit issues and reports
• Perform financial and operational audits of organizational and functional activities in order to evaluate the effectiveness of controls and determine compliance with plans, policies, and procedures prescribed by management; accuracy of financial information; proper accountability and safeguarding of company assets; and efficient utilization of resources
• Maintain comprehensive working papers to support and substantiate audit observations
• Assist in the development of the internal audit department’s procedures, practices, and training
• Analyze data and provide recommended process improvements
• Support issue remediation with control owners to ensure risks are appropriately addressed
• Perform financial reviews of fraud investigations and company acquisition or disposition activities
• Assist with regulatory compliance and financial audits as necessary

Requirements

• 5+ years of Internal Audit experience with a public accounting firm and/or corporate industry experience, with an emphasis on financial and accounting applications, financial and operational controls
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills and proficiency using common analytical tools (ACL/Galvanize, Arbutus, IDEA)
• Ability to create and analyze a process flowchart to identify both internal control weaknesses and areas for process improvement
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills working with all levels of management
• Demonstrated ability to manage, prioritize, and deliver to deadlines and multiple work assignments simultaneously while consistently producing high quality work
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this posting. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, or in a related field with an Accounting Certificate or qualification which meets the California CPA eligibility requirements
• SAP or other major ERP system experience
• Information technology audit experience
• Prior internal audit, risk advisory, or audit experience
• Master's degree in accounting, or in a related field with an Accounting Certificate or qualification which meets the California CPA eligibility requirements
• CPA, CIA, CISA or other related certification

Skills

Preferred

• SAP or other major ERP system experience
• Information technology audit experience

Benefits

• Esri’s competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
• A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is
• $70,720-$117,000 USD