Associate Internal Auditor

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Monroe, Michigan

La-Z-Boy Corporate

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Full-Time

Competitive

Overview: This position is responsible for monitoring internal control documentation (narratives, matrices and procedures) of company business units to ensure they are timely updated by the process owners, for completion of internal control testing, for completion of internal audit procedures and the collection of audit evidence for our third party internal audit provider. This position also assists with special projects on an assigned basis.<br/><br/>
Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Reviews process narratives, detailed procedure documents and the internal control matrix to ensure all business areas are completing annual reviews and the documentation covers all key controls.</li> <li>Performs annual testing of key internal controls for all business units. This position performs control testing and fully documents the procedures performed and any findings as a result of testing. Reviews all findings with control owners and documents an action plan to remediate the findings.</li> <li>Assists with the execution of operational audits to determine adherence to guidelines and regulations and to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls.</li> <li>Performs year-end audit tasks under the guidance of our external auditors in order to reduce overall audit fees for the Company.</li> </ul> <strong>SCOPE &amp; IMPACT</strong>:This position is responsible for performing operational audits and internal control testing throughout the organization, this includes manufacturing plants, regional distribution centers, and retail stores throughout North America, in order to create a more effective, efficient and controlled environment. This position directly supports Management&rsquo;s assessment of internal control as well as the annual audit performed by our external audit firm in connection with Securities and Exchange Commission requirements.
Requirements: <ul> <li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field with 0-2 years of related experience or equivalent.</li> <li>Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint</li> <li>Strong attention to detail</li> <li>Excellent analytical skills and strong written and verbal communication skills</li> <li>Up to 10% Travel.</li> </ul> <strong>PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:</strong><br /> <ul> <li>Master&rsquo;s in Accounting, Finance</li> <li>CPA, CIA or CICA certification</li> </ul> <strong>SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:</strong> None<br /><br /><strong>PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:</strong><br />Office environment / no specific or unusual physical or environmental demands.<br /> <br /><br /><strong>CORE ATTRIBUTES:</strong><br /><br />Communicate Transparently<br /><br />Lead the Team<br /><br />Impact and Influence<br /><br />Deliver Results<br /><br />Coach and Develop<br /> <br /><br /><strong>OTHER DUTIES:</strong> Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the incumbent for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.