Internal Auditor

About This Role

The primary purpose of the Internal Auditor role is to assist Ace management to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of our organization’s risk management, control, and governance processes. The primary focus of this role will be to perform timely, quality financial and operational audits for all corporate (domestic and international) departments, manufacturing facilities, distribution centers, subsidiaries, and service lines of business.

• Assist with completion of assigned audit engagements following a standard audit methodology under minimal supervision from Audit Management.
• Demonstrate the ability to compose and confidently deliver effective oral and written communications (e.g., audit reports) aimed at all levels within the Ace organization.
• Utilize various in‑house computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Office, SAP, etc.) to successfully complete assigned audit engagements.
• Work independently in a deadline‑focused, fast‑paced environment, while providing timely project status updates to Manager.
• Develop and enhance positive relationships with audit clients by gaining a better understanding of overall business risks, issues, and concerns (both across the company and within their particular line of business).

As Ace Hardware Audit Services’ Internal Auditor, you are a people‑person who continually demonstrates the ability to evaluate, identify, and suggest ways to minimize potential risk across the Company. You love to verify the existence, reliability, integrity, and sustainability of existing controls, analyze related data to ensure our assets are secure, and identify control gaps. In addition, you love to collaborate effectively with peers, business partners, and Audit Management by sharing valuable knowledge and continually building positive relationships.

• Bachelor’s Degree with focus in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
• 1‑3 years’ experience in Internal Audit, Accounting, Finance, or Business.
• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills.
• Experience with basic technological applications (e.g., Microsoft Office).
• Ability to establish effective internal & external working relationships.
• Ability to work independently in a deadline‑focused, fast‑paced environment, while providing timely project status updates to Manager.

• Previous experience documenting and evaluating operational and financial controls with industry knowledge (e.g., distribution or manufacturing).
• Proven experience developing full, risk‑based Audit Reports (encompassing root cause analysis related to issue development).
• Excellent project management skills.
• Previous experience developing, documenting, and identifying controls within an ERP system (e.g., SAP).
• Experience effectively utilizing data analytics.
• Additional certification (e.g., CPA, CIA, CFE, CISA, etc.) and/or advanced degree (e.g., MBA).

$66,000 – $82,600 per year

• Incentive opportunities based on role/grade level.
• Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution in the first year, quarterly contributions, and annual discretionary contribution once eligibility requirements are met.
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, and disability – up to 26 weeks short‑term disability and long‑term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents.
• 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire.
• Company car, phone and fuel card provided for field‑based positions.
• Annual Ace Cares Week and 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice.
• Opportunities to help Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation.
• On‑site classes, facilitator‑led courses, generous tuition assistance program, and a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review.

Ace Hardware Corporation is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The Company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The Company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.