Internal Auditor

The Heico Companies has grown from a single business to over 70 separate companies through strategic acquisitions and reinvestment, specializing in restoring distressed companies and expanding its portfolio in manufacturing, construction, and industrial services. Organized into groups—Applied Solutions Group, Construction Solutions Group, Industrial Technologies Group, and Metal Processing Group—Heico operates as a privately held company with majority ownership in each operation, generating nearly $3.0 billion in revenues. Many of its businesses are certified Woman-Owned Business Enterprises (WBE).

About the role

The Internal Audit Staff will participate in financial, operational, compliance, IT, and strategic audits across all companies within the Heico portfolio. This position reports to the Internal Audit Manager and is based at the corporate office in Warrenville, IL.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all phases of audits, including planning, execution, summarization of results, report preparation, and follow-up on remediation.
• Collaborate with the internal audit team to create risk assessments and audit plans.
• Analyze data to identify trends, risk patterns, and recommend adjustments to audit processes.
• Perform audit activities to ensure timely completion and maximize efficiency.
• Assist in identifying internal control risks, financial statement risks, and business process improvement opportunities; develop plans to address them.
• Stay updated on Finance team priorities, Heico business unit developments, and industry best practices to align audit activities with organizational needs.
• Identify, validate, and communicate audit findings and process improvements, ensuring proper documentation and management agreement on action plans.
• Assist with special projects as designated by Internal Audit or Executive Management.
• Support annual external financial audits of the Company and its subsidiaries.

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Data Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Knowledge of the Institute of Internal Auditors’ Internal Audit Standards and generally accepted auditing principles.
• Detail-oriented, self-starter with a strong work ethic.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills, with experience or interest in Data Analytics and Data Visualization software.
• Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and manage time effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with all levels of management and maintain professional relationships.
• Experience evaluating IT general, application, and security controls is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel; experience with Power BI is preferred.
• CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, CRMA, or other related professional certification (or in progress) is a plus.
• Fluency in Spanish, French, Mandarin, or German is a plus.

Travel

30-50% travel, including international.

Pay

$68,000 - $75,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• 401(k) with employer match
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Paid time off and holidays