SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR (REMOTE)
Compass GroupAbout the role
Position Title: SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR (REMOTE)
A family of companies and experiences
As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you’ve been hungry and away from home, chances are you’ve tasted Compass Group’s delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today!
great people. great services. great results.
Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.
This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email MyReferral@compass-usa.com.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Internal Auditor to join our Internal Audit team. Our audit portfolio is primarily financial, complemented by operational, compliance, and special reviews. In this role, you will be instrumental in assessing our processes, controls, and systems, ensuring alignment with best practices and organizational objectives. You will work cross-functionally with a variety of departments and business units, conducting comprehensive audits, identifying potential risks, and recommending strategic improvements that drive efficiency and compliance.
This role is ideal for someone looking to grow their career in internal audit or eventually transition into a broader business leadership role.
Key Responsibilities
- Independently plan, execute, and deliver a portfolio of primarily financial audits, complemented by operational, compliance, and special reviews, within established scope and timelines.
- Assess risks and the design and operating effectiveness of financial and operational processes, internal controls, and supporting systems through interviews, walkthroughs, data analysis, and testing.
- Use data analytics, automation, and approved AI tools to increase audit coverage, identify unusual trends or transactions, and improve audit efficiency.
- Develop clear audit findings and practical, risk-based recommendations that address root causes and are supported by sufficient evidence and well-organized workpapers.
- Communicate audit results clearly and professionally to all levels of management through discussions, presentations, and written reports
- Monitor the implementation of agreed action plans and proactively communicate significant issues or delays.
- Contribute to the continued enhancement of the Internal Audit function by updating risk assessments, refining audit programs, improving audit tools, and participating in strategic initiatives and projects.
- Support fraud investigations, cost-improvement initiatives, due diligence reviews, presentations, and other special projects.
Skills & Capabilities
- Communication: Strong ability to communicate effectively and function seamlessly as part of a team, in one-on-one interactions, and during formal audit presentations.
- Analytical Acumen: Excellent analytical skills, coupled with strong risk awareness, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to accuracy.
- Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving: A natural critical thinker with intellectual curiosity and a proven ability to solve complex problems.
- Organizational Excellence: Solid time management and organizational skills, with the ability to adapt to schedule changes and effectively reprioritize tasks.
- Adaptability & Flexibility: The ability to adjust to changing priorities, new information, unexpected challenges, and a diverse range of working styles
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