Foot Locker is seeking a Staff Internal Auditor to join the Internal Audit team with a focus on SOX testing and operational audits. In this role the Staff Internal Auditor will be responsible for the execution of SOX process testing. In addition, the Staff Internal Auditor will take part in operational audits and financial auditing.
This position will work closely with a matrix of stakeholders including Accounting, Supply Chain, Payroll and Financial reporting among other departments as well as the external auditors.
Responsibilities Performs Sarbanes-Oxley, financial and operational audits in a professional manner. Participates in planning and scoping of business process controls.Actively participate in process walkthroughs for business process and ITGC controls and assesses the effectiveness of the processes and controls (Tests of Design)Executes testing of business process in accordance with defined test attributes and guidance (Tests of Effectiveness)Prepare work papers which document the results of the work performed in a detailed and accurate style. Assist with the documentation of processes in memos or flowcharts format and document the root cause analysis on identified issues. Conduct interviews, analyze data, and formulate recommendations to mitigate identified deficiencies and improve the overall control environment.Monitors, follows up on the status of corrective action plans, and test the remediation of identified deficiencies.Facilitate external auditor’s information requests.Work with the process owners independently to understand process and update test plans as needed. Present complex concepts, audit results and recommendations to the business owners.Perform external audit direct assistance work. – External Audit will be using the work of this individual to support the required annual audit of Foot Locker, Inc. Prepare and complete testing work papers in Foot Locker Inc. audit tool (Auditboard)Perform other duties as assigned.#LI-PF1
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Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting 1-2 year SOX experienceUnderstanding of SOX, 2013 COSO framework, internal controls & test plan developmentProficient in Excel and Word.Strong organizational and project management skills.Excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills.Excellent verbal and written communication skillsDemonstrated experience working independently, as well as under the direction of other internal controls team members.Ability to work independently.
Preferred Qualifications
CPA certificationKnowledge of accounting best practicesRetail experience
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BenefitsThe annual base salary range is $52000 - $65000 / year. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. Salary will be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Salary is one component of the Foot Locker, Inc. total compensation package, which includes the below:
Foot Locker Benefits:
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