Responsible for performing individual internal audit projects as part of the total internal audit plan, which includes evaluations of the company's and third–party managers financial and operational control systems to determine compliance with established policies, procedures, laws, and governmental regulatory agencies. In addition, support the assessment of ethical conduct by providing relevant, timely, independent, and objective assurance, advisory and consulting services using a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate exposures and improve the effectiveness of control and governance process.

Responsibilites:

• Performing all work in a competent and professional manner to include Ashford's Five Guiding Principles (Ethical, Innovative, Profitable, Engaging, and Tenacious)
• Plan, organize, perform and formally report on completed audits
• Adhere to Institute of Internal Auditors and Internal Audit Department performance standards
• Provide evidential support for all report recommendations
• Identify system control issues and provide value-added recommendations
• Make oral or written presentations to management during and at the conclusion of field work, discussing identified issues and recommending corrective action to resolve identified issues
• Prepare formal written reports, expressing opinions on the adequacy and effectiveness of the system and the efficiency with which activities are carried out
• Appraise the adequacy of corrective action taken to resolve control issues
• Evaluate risk and exposure while cognizant of the business and local environment
• Assist with on-going Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance (i.e., documentation preparation for new acquisitions, updating information as needed, Key Control testing)
• Travel 45% - 50%

• Understanding of internal control concepts and experience in applying them to plan, perform and report on the evaluation of various business processes/areas/functions
• Complex thinking capacity and a lifelong learner
• Business knowledge skills to sell ideas and obtain customer buy-in for value-added recommendations or constructive change
• Self-starter, ability to work independently with limited required direction and guidance
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills, to effectively present to field personnel, peers and all levels of management and stakeholders
• Ability to meet or exceed customer expectations. Customers include hotel personnel, corporate office personnel to include all management levels, external auditors and other stakeholders
• Ability to fit well into a consultative role rather than a command and control role
• Ability to thrive in an environment of change
• Understanding of internal auditing standards, COSO and risk assessment practices
• Understanding of the technical aspects of accounting and financial reporting
• Ability to perform multiple projects and work with team members and varying individuals while performing audits
• Analytical, detailed, problem-solving, and strong interpersonal skills

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate Degree with a Major in Accounting or Finance
• CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE designation or working towards designation
• 2 years of relevant industry experience specifically in internal or external audit
• Hospitality, Public Accounting, Service Company and/or REIT Experience a plus
• Sarbanes-Oxley 404 Compliance Documentation and Testing
• Experience with Financial and Operational Auditing
• Knowledge of multiple information technology platforms