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We are looking for an Internal Auditor to join a retail organization in Chesapeake, Virginia and contribute to a strong, risk-aware control environment. In this role, you will help evaluate business processes, assess compliance with financial and operational standards, and support audits across stores, distribution operations, and corporate teams. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with audit leadership while identifying practical recommendations that strengthen performance and accountability.
Job Responsibility
Support audit preparation by gathering background information, meeting with key business partners, and outlining process flows and risk areas
Carry out testing for financial, operational, and compliance reviews in multiple areas of the business, including store and distribution environments
Evaluate internal controls related to financial reporting and document any weaknesses, exceptions, or improvement opportunities
Perform audit fieldwork through walkthroughs, interviews, record examination, and control validation to assess process effectiveness
Develop organized workpapers that clearly support testing results, audit conclusions, and recommended actions
Present audit issues, underlying causes, and practical recommendations to audit management in both written and verbal formats
Collaborate with audit team members and business stakeholders to promote effective controls and ongoing process improvement
Travel to business locations as needed, up to 25%, including occasional overnight trips
Assist with risk-based reviews that help the organization strengthen governance, compliance, and operational efficiency
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related discipline
1 to 3 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, public accounting, compliance, or a similar finance-related role
Working knowledge of internal control principles, common control frameworks, and standard audit practices
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines
Nice to have
Retail industry experience, public company exposure, or familiarity with Sarbanes-Oxley environments
Experience with data analysis tools or progress toward a relevant certification such as CIA or CPA