Senior Internal Auditor

Senior Internal Auditor

J&J Snack Foods Corp. is currently looking to hire an experienced audit professional to join our Internal Audit team as a Sr Internal Auditor. The Sr Internal Auditor will report to the Manager Internal Audit and will be based out of J&J Snack Foods' La Vergne, TN office.

To be considered, candidates must be fluent in English and Spanish.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Sr Internal Auditor will participate in performing the annual risk assessment. Based on the evaluation of risk, assist in preparing the annual audit plan. Participate in the scoping of individual audits, including performing research on relevant audit topics as needed (e.g., Accounting, Compliance, General Manufacturing, IT Security). Assist the Manager Internal Audit perform all phases of an audit, including planning, fieldwork, and closing activities.

Closing activities include drafting audit observations and recommendations, as well as communicating the draft audit observations and recommendations to auditees. Perform follow-up of management's action plans, including assessing the adequacy of evidence submitted for observation closure. Perform annual detailed SOX testing, including providing recommendations to the business on how they can strengthen the control environment. Develop and maintain business relationships with appropriate levels of management across the business to ensure that Internal Audit is aware of changes in business activities and objectives.

Seek out relevant classes and trainings to maintain/expand professional skills and licenses. Research/help implement tools and technologies (e.g., AI) to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of work performed by the Internal Audit Department.

COMPETENCIES:

To perform this job successfully, the Sr Internal Auditor must be self-motivated, able to problem solve, detail-oriented, and able to stay on task. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Ability to work independently, when needed, with little oversight. Strong leadership skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate in a team environment. Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Strong analytical, time management, organizational and presentation skills.

CERTIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND

SKILLS:

Required

Certifications:

Possess at least one of the following certifications: CPA, CIA, or CISA. Required

Education:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or Management Information Systems.

Required Experience:

Minimum of 3 years of progressive responsibility in public accounting or internal audit, preferably in a manufacturing environment, but not required.

Required Skills:

Must have knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SOX, and IIA Professional Standards. Demonstrated experience executing audits and evaluating risk and controls within a complex operating environment. Fluent in English and Spanish.

Pay Range: $85,000 - $100,000

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 15-20% (Including travel to Mexico City for several weeks annually)

Disclaimer:
This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement: J&J Snack Foods Corp. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against, and treatment of, employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, alienage, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability or veteran's status, sex offenses, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking and unemployment status.