Internal Auditor

Hybrid - NY/NJ

HEAVY TRAVEL

$70-110k

SystemsAccountants has partnered with one of the world's leading and most accomplished fashion houses as we search for an Internal Auditor

This is a permanent opportunity and the role is hybrid, with the company's office located in New Jersey. This role requires extensive travel of at least 50%

Position Overview

The Internal Auditor will assist the Americas Internal Audit Manager in the execution of the annual audit plan in the region and other projects related to Internal Control reviews.

Responsibilities

• Support the Americas Audit Manager during audits (both entity and store audits) that cover operational (including retail, logistics, communication, human resources, etc.) and financial reviews
• Perform audit activities and document audit findings in accordance with professional IIA Standards and the company's Internal Audit methodology
• Assist in preparation of audit reports, which summaries the work performed, findings, and recommendations for internal stakeholders
• Conduct follow-up reviews and remediation testing of the action plans of financial and operational deficiencies identified in the Audit Reports with the proper functions in-charge
• Participate in best practice reviews within the Americas region to evaluate, in conjunction with the Internal Audit Manager, the adequacy and efficiency of controls for the safeguarding of assets, compliance with Company policies and procedures, and suggest corrective actions to the related Functions in-charge in order to address the weaknesses identified
• Develop and maintain effective and professional working relationships with all levels of staff within the organization and Houses
• Assist in ad-hoc related projects where necessary
• Assist in administrative activities and audit preparation

Basic/Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Finance or Accounting; Master's degree or equivalent a plus
• 2-4 years of work experience (in luxury/retail industry a plus)
• CPA / CIA preferred
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Detail-oriented, works accurately and efficiently
• Energetic, flexible team player with the ability to adapt in a changing environment
• Strong interpersonal and diplomacy skills
• Solid communication skills, written and oral, as well as relationship-building skills
• Fluent in English; Spanish and/or Portuguese would be a plus
• Able to travel domestically and internationally approximately 40%-50%

Please contact Peter Cohen at peter@systemsaccountants.com for additional information.