Internal Auditor I

About the role

The Internal Audit department supports the organization’s risk management and internal control environment through risk-based audit engagements. This role supports business stakeholders, management, and external auditors and plays a key role in evaluating governance, risk management, and control processes while providing actionable recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Perform risk-based audits, including planning, fieldwork, testing, documentation, and reporting activities, in alignment with the annual audit plan and professional auditing standards.
• Obtain, analyze, and evaluate evidentiary data to develop objective conclusions regarding the effectiveness of internal controls and operational processes.
• Identify, assess, and communicate control weaknesses, risk exposures, compliance concerns, and opportunities for improvement while providing practical recommendations.
• Prepare complete and accurate audit work papers that adequately support audit conclusions and comply with departmental standards.
• Lead or assist in presenting audit findings and recommendations to management.
• Absorb and execute the annual enterprise risk assessment process, including identifying, monitoring, and evaluating organizational risks.
• Support the development and execution of the annual audit plan based on risk assessments, management objectives, and Audit Committee requirements.
• Collaborate with external auditors by providing requested documentation, analysis, and support during audits and reviews.
• Participate in special projects, investigations, and consulting engagements as assigned.
• Build and maintain productive working relationships with business leaders, management, staff, and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of audit methodologies, processes, and reporting practices.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of internal audit, external audit, risk management, accounting, compliance, or related experience.
• Knowledge of auditing principles, standards, methodologies, and risk assessment techniques.
• Understanding of operational concepts, practices, and internal control frameworks.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management.
• Experience with data analytics tools and techniques; advanced Excel skills required.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Skills

• Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, CISA, CRMA, or similar auditing/risk credentials preferred.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or similar data analysis tools preferred.

Benefits

Health and wellness benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, voluntary vision, voluntary life/dependent life, group term life, and AD&D. Paid time off, including vacation and sick time, along with paid holidays, in accordance with company policy and applicable laws. Gym membership subsidies, wellness program, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Pay

$60,000 to $75,000 per year, with a company match on the 401(k) plan.

Schedule

Full-time, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday-Friday, on-site at our downtown Kansas City, MO office location.