Internal Auditor

As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years, J&J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin’ Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI’S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to “Fun Served Here”.

About the role

J&J Snack Foods Corp. is currently looking to hire an audit professional to join our Internal Audit team as an Internal Auditor. The Internal Auditor will report to the Manager Internal Audit and will be based out of J&J Snack Foods’ Mount Laurel, NJ office.

Responsibilities

• Participate in performing the annual risk assessment and assist in preparing the annual audit plan based on risk evaluation
• Participate in the scoping of individual audits, including performing research on relevant audit topics (e.g., Accounting, Compliance, General Manufacturing, IT Security)
• Assist the Manager Internal Audit in all phases of an audit: planning, fieldwork, and closing activities, including drafting audit observations and recommendations and communicating them to auditees
• Perform follow-up of management's action plans, including assessing the adequacy of evidence submitted for observation closure
• Perform annual detailed SOX testing, including providing recommendations to the business on strengthening the control environment
• Develop and maintain business relationships with appropriate levels of management across the business to ensure Internal Audit is aware of changes in business activities and objectives
• Seek out relevant classes and training to maintain/expand professional skills and licenses
• Research and help implement tools and technologies (e.g., AI) to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Internal Audit Department

Competencies

• Self-motivated, able to problem solve, detail-oriented, and able to stay on task
• Ability to work independently with little oversight when needed
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively collaborate in a team environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong analytical, time management, organizational, and presentation skills

Qualifications

• Preferred Certifications: CPA, CIA, or CISA
• Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or management information systems
• Required Experience: Minimum 18 months in public accounting or internal audit, preferably in a manufacturing environment (not required)
• Required Skills: Knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SOX, and IIA Professional Standards; demonstrated experience executing audits and evaluating risk and controls within a complex operating environment

Travel Requirements

15–20% travel to plants within the U.S., as well as regular visits to the Nashville, TN office.

Pay

US Salary Pay Range: $75,000 – $90,000 USD