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Expeditors International

Internal Auditor

Expeditors International, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127


Job Description

Scope of PositionThis position’s primary responsibilities are as a member of the financial audit group with a primary focus on compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements. It also includes assisting with other ad-hoc assignments such as conducting special reviews or investigating fraud. The auditor will work in a dynamic international environment and will interact with different groups in order to perform various internal audit activities.ResponsibilitiesPerform and support interim and final audit procedures Internal Control over Financial Reporting (“ICOFR”) which includes assisting audit assignment set up, on-site review and wrap up.Audits may require approximately 8 weeks a year of travel, both domestic and international. This requirement is being re-evaluated given our experience of working remotely through Covid.Review and analyze audit evidence and relevant processes and procedural documentation.Prepare and write audit work papers in a clear, concise, and professional manner that can easily be understood by the reviewer and target audience, including various management teams, upon performance audit procedures.Assist with identifying and documenting issues identified during the audit and developing recommendations for improvement.Assist with managing and maintaining audit programs and procedures.Assist with identifying and assessing ICOFR risk areas.Participate in meeting and discussion activities of upcoming changes and updates of the Company’s System of Internal Control.Program manager of the audit reporting software application for the Internal Audit department to manage the maintenance, usage, and training of the application.Conducting spoken interviews of local management & staff on topics including internal operational, administrative & accounting procedures, and on local business regulations & practices.Qualifications

CPA license having completed relevant examinationsUndergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, or relevant subject matterUnderstanding of the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance requirements; COSO and COBIT frameworks and Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) management model; UK Bribery Act; and Foreign Corrupt Practices ActExcellent project management skillsHigh level of ownership, accountability, and initiativeDemonstrated critical thinking/problem-solving skillsStrong verbal and written communication skills, including excellent use of English grammar at a professional levelPreferred QualificationsBusiness/professional-level fluency in foreign languages– to include writing, reading, and speakingGraduate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Risk Management, or related fieldAny of the following certifications: Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Government Auditing Professional, Certified Financial Services Auditor, Certification in Risk Management Assurance, Certified Fraud Examiner

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