Analyst, Internal Audit & Compliance

The primary responsibility of this role is to ensure that the company’s internal controls are effectively designed and operating as intended to mitigate risks identified in the SOX (Sarbanes‑Oxley) risk assessment. This role is crucial for maintaining the integrity of the company’s financial reporting and compliance with SOX regulations.

• Assess the control environment against risk
• Ensure risks are appropriately mitigated
• Perform testing protocols
• Report on testing results and design assessments
• Meet with stakeholders to understand and define how each major type of transaction is processed
• Create detailed flowcharts and other documents to illustrate the process and evaluate their effectiveness
• Draft the overall scoping memo and supporting schedule outlining Build‑A‑Bear’s SOX risk assessment and control strategy
• Collaborate with the Director, Accounting
• Participate in relevant meetings
• Ensure requests made by auditors are addressed

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in public accounting or direct internal audit document preparation
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Proficient in Excel

• 4 plus years experience in direct internal audit document preparation
• CPA or CIA
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft D365

• An analytical, inquiring, and critical mind that solves complex problems
• A knack for anticipating potential issues
• Strong commitment to tasks being completed correctly and on time
• Thrives in a structured environment
• Comfortable making decisions in area of expertise
• Communication style is factual and sincere
• Willingness to follow established policies, processes, and procedures
• Enjoys working at a somewhat faster‑than‑average pace
• Strives for continuous improvement

• Typical office environment with climate control and sufficient lighting, ergonomic desk/chairs
• Hybrid work schedule

Your performance will be measured by your ability to achieve annual department objectives and corporate goals which include but are not limited to the following:

• Decision-making, judgment, and execution
• Responsiveness
• Quality of documentation
• Meeting participation
• Resolution of issues
• Compliance
• Continuous improvement initiatives
• Able to communicate complex issues in a clear and concise manner
• Stakeholder Feedback