JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for overseeing and executing the W.S. Badcock Internal Audit Plan. Develop audit processes and provide assessment of the company’s internal control environment in compliance with Sarbanes Oxley. Partner with the Franchise Group (FRG) Audit Committee, executive management and external resources to reduce and mitigate risk.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develop and implement an Enterprise Risk Management program to identify risk on a regular basis and implement appropriate risk mitigation plans accordingly.
• Create and propose an audit plan for approval by the Franchise Group Audit Committee.
• Prepare quarterly reports to the Franchise Group Audit Committee related to risk mitigation outcomes.
• Manage Sarbanes-Oxley program by testing controls and evaluating control design to ensure identification of significant risks and documentation of significant processes.
• Make recommendations to business leaders and ensure necessary changes are acted upon; partner with executive management to address overall risk factors
• Oversee internal audit staff in the execution of the audit plan, which includes reviewing audit procedures and audit reports prior to submission to management and the Franchise Group Vice President of Internal Audit.
• Develop Internal Audit team members while fostering a positive, collaborative work environment.
• Engage external resources as needed and coordinate with external auditors to execute the audit plan.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with business leaders, visit regional warehouse locations and select corporate stores to understand their operational and control issues.
• Visit distribution centers to oversee and perform annual inventory audits.
• Ensure the audit department complies with the Institute of Internal Auditors International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing Standards.
• Support the Vice President of Internal Audit and lead the department’s external peer review, required every five years as per the Institute of Internal Auditors for the Franchise Group.
• Conduct special assignments as requested by management and/or Vice President of Internal Audit - Franchise Group.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS and other REQUIREMENTS:

• One or more of the following: CIA (Certified Internal Auditor); CPA (Certified Public Accountant); CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor)
• Valid, clean driver’s license and the ability to travel and stay overnight when necessary

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field; Master’s Degree preferred
• Four or more years of experience in auditing. A combination of public accounting and internal audit experience preferred.
• Three or more years of experience in a management or supervisory role.
• Extensive knowledge of internal audit functions, Sarbanes Oxley, accounting and business operations
• Knowledge of retail or manufacturing preferred.
• Experience developing risk analysis, writing internal audit programs, testing and evaluating results using strong analytical skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with management, and personnel by telephone, or through written communication; assimilate information and make decisions; work under pressure in a detailed, organized manner.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, problem solving and decision-making abilities.
• Strong computer skills to include proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Effective time management skills and the ability to multi-task.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Public accounting: 1 year (Preferred)
• SOX: 1 year (Preferred)
• Internal audit: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPA and/or CIA (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Mulberry, FL 33860