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Choice Hotels International · 1 day ago

Senior Auditor

North Bethesda, MD

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$85K/yr - $100K/yr

3+ years exp

Choice Hotels International is one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world, seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to join their Internal Audit team. The role involves evaluating financial, compliance, and operational controls, identifying risks, and recommending improvements to enhance efficiency and compliance.

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Responsibilities

Perform risk evaluation of audit area to define scope and identify key controls for review

Evaluate the design of controls and identify deficiencies

Execute audit steps, prepare work papers, schedules, and summaries documenting audit evidence, audit findings, and conclusions

Leverage data and technology to evaluate processes and controls through analytics

Complete workpapers in compliance with department and IIA standards

Draft persuasive audit reports to summarize findings and recommendations

Participate in audit entrance and closing meetings with internal stakeholders

Serve as primary day-to-day contact with audit clients, keeping them informed of audit progress and issues as identified

Contribute to the improvement of Internal Audit Department processes and drive innovation through use of automated audit techniques, AI, and data visualization tools

Perform testing for Sarbanes-Oxley section 404 testing to ensure controls are operating effectively

Qualification

Audit experienceAnalytical skillsCPACIACISAMicrosoft Office SuiteAudit management softwareData analytics toolsProfessionalismCommunication skillsProblem-solving capabilitiesCollaboration skillsIntegrityOrganizational skills

Required

3–4 years of experience

Strong business judgment and analytical thinking, with the ability to prioritize key issues and effectively differentiate between critical and non-critical findings when assessing audit outcomes and making recommendations

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel functions, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Knowledge of computer system controls and auditing standards

Experience with audit management software

Comfortable adopting and applying AI tools and automation in audit processes; able to identify opportunities for technology-driven efficiencies

Familiarity with data analytics tools for audit testing and risk assessment

Understanding of IT general controls, cybersecurity principles, and data governance frameworks is a plus

Clear and effective communication skills, with the ability to present complex audit findings and recommendations confidently in both written and verbal formats

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, including the ability to gather, interpret, and synthesize audit-related data into concise, actionable reports

Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills, building productive relationships and contributing effectively within team environment

High level of professionalism and integrity, consistently demonstrating reliability, accountability, and a cooperative approach in all interactions

Self-driven and highly organized, with proven ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing deadlines, and deliver results under time constraints

Must be able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

Must be willing to travel, up to 20% of the time

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field or equivalent combination of education and work experience

CPA, CIA, CISA or willingness to obtain certifications