REI · 1 month ago
Senior Internal Auditor, Technology
REI Co-op is dedicated to improving the experience of working in the outdoors and is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to enhance governance, risk management, and internal controls. This role involves scoping, planning, and executing assurance and advisory reviews while acting as a consultative partner on key initiatives across the organization.
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Responsibilities
Develop exceptional client relationships and work closely with the business divisions and key support functions
Develop positive working relationships with management. Foster open communication so IA is seen as a trusted advisor
Ensure REI’s IA projects align with co-op priorities. Focus on identifying areas for improvement and communicating them clearly and briefly
Provide value add and goal consultation on governance, risk, and control related topics
Scope, plan, and execute audit engagements on time. Work in a collaborative style with the rest of the IA team
Present audit findings verbally and in writing to IA management. Also present findings to senior and mid management in business. Suggest improvements in process, policy, or technology as appropriate
Ensure that findings and value add observations are validated and effectively communicated, tracked and followed up on
Represent internal audit in a professional manner and maintain good working knowledge of company policies and procedures
Participate in co-op–wide risk assessment and other special projects as requested by IA management
Integrate data analytics into audit planning and fieldwork to enhance insight generation and audit efficiency
Coordinate with external auditors or third parties as needed to support audit coverage and minimize duplication of effort
Stay current on emerging risks, technologies, and audit techniques relevant to retail and IT environments
Demonstrate adaptability by embracing new technologies and proactively seeking opportunities to improve processes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, engineering, accounting or equivalent
Masters in management information systems, computer science or related field
3+ years internal audit and/or risk management consulting experience in IT or technology-enabled audits
2+ years of supervisory experience in a mid to large company environment
Thorough knowledge and understanding of internal audit, risk management and compliance standards and frameworks (COSO, COBIT, NIST, etc.)
Experience using automation, data analytics and dashboarding tool (i.e. ACL, Tableau, Sigma)
Relevant certification (CISA, CISSP, CIA, CPA) or ability to obtain within 12 months
Limited travel required (10%)
Preferred
SAP ERP experience preferred
Cybersecurity Audit/knowledge experience preferred
Prior experience in the retail/consumer business industry highly preferred
Benefits
Generous employee discount
Access to health benefits
Retirement savings plan
Accrued time off
Company
REI
At Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), we exist to inspire and enable life outside for everyone.
Funding
Current Stage
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