Auditor I

The Internal Audit & Compliance (IA&C) department at CSX is a high-performing team that provides assurance that the Company remains compliant with policies and regulatory requirements while also looking for opportunities to add value and drive continuous improvement in CSX’s business processes.

This Auditor I position supports Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance efforts within a collaborative team environment. The role focuses on evaluating key financial controls that impact CSX’s external financial reporting in accordance with SOX requirements and audit standards. Responsibilities include executing defined audit procedures under the direction of an audit team structure, with some autonomy in decision-making.

Auditor I will engage with individuals within CSX management (including business and IT owners) and external stakeholders such as external auditors. Core activities include documenting process walkthroughs, executing testing on control activities, analyzing exceptions, documenting findings and conclusions. This position offers exposure to a variety of business processes and provides a strong foundation in internal controls and financial compliance.
 

Job Requirements

• Travel not required.
• Work hours may vary in length and schedule, work hours may include a nonstandard workweek.
   

Primary Activities and Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-audit research and planning activities under the direction of an audit lead. 
• Support the development of risk-based audit procedures and perform walkthroughs to assess the design effectiveness of internal controls, business processes, and related technologies. 
• Assist in communicating audit scope and objectives to management.
• Conduct interviews, gather and evaluate audit evidence, and document work to support conclusions. 
• Apply data analytics tools and techniques to improve efficiency, coverage, and insights for the SOX program. 
• Identify, research, and document issues and provide insights and recommendations to management. 
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives aimed at enhancing departmental processes, systems, and training programs.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships.
• Maintain appropriate professional and ethical standards and certifications, including participation in professional development opportunities.
• Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by audit lead.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in accounting, finance, economics, information systems/technology or other related major field of study.
• 1 or more years of experience in Audit, compliance, Sarbanes-Oxley, fraud, technology, or related accounting field.
• Interest in pursuing one or more relevant professional certifications: CPA, CIA, CISA.
   

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate Degree.
• 1 or more years of experience in Audit, compliance, Sarbanes-Oxley, fraud, technology, or related accounting field.

• Big Four public accounting experience.

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
   

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), audit standards, and methodology (i.e., SOX, PCAOB, IIA IPPF, etc.).
• Knowledge of public company corporate audit function, common business processes, and risks.
• Skill in documenting audit procedures and evidence supporting conclusions in line with established quality standards.
• Skill in collecting and analyzing complex data, evaluating information and systems, and drawing logical conclusions.
• Skill in personal planning, time management, project management, and maintaining composure under pressure while balancing deliverables and deadlines for multiple discrete projects and task.
• Skill in negotiating issues and resolving problems.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and other business software to prepare reports, memos, summaries, and analyses.
• Knowledge of Audit Management/GRC platforms.
• Skill in effective verbal and written communications, including active listening skills.
• Ability