What are the responsibilities and job description for the Internal Auditor position at Carriage Services?
Internal Auditor
At Carriage Services we believe in the concept of “First Who, Then What.” We have learned that leaders, who attract and surround themselves with the best people, achieve great things. We believe in the Four E’s of Leadership—Energy, Energize, Edge, and Execute.
The Internal Auditor will directly identify, test, analyze, and document deficiencies discovered while conducting operational and SOX audits, as well as offer recommendations to correct any deficiencies noted, while obtaining a thorough knowledge and understanding of the company’s business and related needs in order to support the growth of the business and Carriage’s overall mission.
The Who
· Self-motivated
· Good communication skills, both verbal and written
· Strong and effective time management
· Detail and results oriented
· Works with and through others to meet expectations and goals
· Ability to adapt to change
· Maintains a positive attitude and working environment through organization and communication
· Ability to simultaneously handle multiple projects, prioritizes tasks, and exercise good judgment
The What
· Leads and supports traditional operational audits
· Develops an understanding of systems, processes, risks and opportunities through research and interviews with subject matter expert colleagues
· Performs testing and documents work performed to support findings
· Communicates audit results and recommendations for improvement
· Drafts and issues audit reports
· Participates in audit department continuous improvement
· Participates in testing the operating effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting as applicable to Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX)
· Executes special projects as assigned
· Travels approximately 30% of the month
Requirements
· Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Internal Audit and/or Public Accounting
· Bachelor degree, preferably in Accounting
· CPA or CIA (In-progress and/or licensed)
· Excellent communications and interpersonal skills
· Critical thinking and analytical skills
· Knowledge of auditing processes and methodologies
· Knowledge of Sarban-Oxley Act provisions and methodologies for achieving compliance
· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
- Office
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location