A global manufacturing Firm, is seeking an Internal Auditor to join its Internal Audit team in Torrance, California. This position will support financial, operational, and compliance audits across multiple U.S. business locations.
The Internal Auditor will work closely with the Director of Internal Audit and business stakeholders to evaluate internal controls, identify operational and financial risks, and recommend practical process improvements. This is an excellent opportunity for an audit or accounting professional interested in developing broader internal audit, SOX, risk management, and data analytics experience within a global organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Support financial, operational, compliance, and internal control audits throughout the full audit cycle.
- Assist in audit planning, risk assessment, scope development, fieldwork, testing, and reporting.
- Review accounting records, operational documentation, financial reports, data, workflows, and internal control procedures.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
- Identify control gaps, operational risks, process inefficiencies, and cost-saving opportunities.
- Prepare clear audit workpapers and document findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
- Communicate audit results and recommendations to business stakeholders.
- Conduct follow-up reviews to monitor the implementation of corrective actions.
- Coordinate information requests with external auditors when needed.
- Assist with annual audit planning and risk assessment activities.
- Use data analytics tools to improve audit testing and automate manual review processes.
- Maintain effective working relationships with business units and audit team members across the organization.
- Participate in occasional domestic and international travel based on the annual audit plan.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Approximately 2–4 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, public accounting, accounting, SOX compliance, or internal controls.
- Working knowledge of internal controls, financial reporting, and U.S. GAAP.
- Experience with SOX, J-SOX, operational audits, or risk-based auditing is preferred.
- CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, or progress toward a relevant professional certification is preferred.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Ability to review large amounts of financial and operational information and develop well-supported conclusions.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and work independently in a deadline-driven environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Experience working in a manufacturing or multi-business-unit organization is a plus.
- Experience with ERP systems or data analytics software is a plus.
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as needed.
