Analyst, Internal Audit & Compliance

The primary responsibility of this role is to ensure that the company’s internal controls are effectively designed and operating as intended to mitigate risks identified in the SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) risk assessment. This role is crucial for maintaining the integrity of the company’s financial reporting and compliance with SOX regulations.

Responsibilities:

Assess the control environment against risk

Ensure risks are appropriately mitigated

Perform testing protocols

Report on testing results and design assessments

Meet with stakeholders to understand and define how each major type of transaction is processed

Create detailed flowcharts and other documents to illustrate the process and evaluate their effectiveness

Draft the overall scoping memo and supporting schedule outlining Build-A-Bear’s SOX risk assessment and control strategy

Collaborate with the Director, Accounting

Participate in relevant meetings

Ensure requests made by auditors are addressed

Required Qualifications:

Minimum 2 years’ experience in public accounting or direct internal audit document preparation

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Proficient in Excel

Preferred Qualifications:

4 plus years experience in direct internal audit document preparation

CPA or CIA

Basic knowledge of Microsoft D365

Behavioral Traits for Success:

An analytical, inquiring, and critical mind that solves complex problems

A knack for anticipating potential issues

Strong commitment to tasks being completed correctly and on time

Thrives in a structured environment

Comfortable making decisions in area of expertise

Communication style is factual and sincere

Willingness to follow established policies, processes, and procedures

Enjoys working at a somewhat faster-than-average pace

Strives for continuous improvement

Working Environment:

Typical office environment with climate control and sufficient lighting, ergonomic desk/chairs

Hybrid work schedule

Your Performance Will Be Measured On:

Your performance will be measured by your ability to achieve annual department objectives and corporate goals which include but are not limited to the following:

Decision-making, judgment, and execution

Responsiveness

Quality of documentation

Meeting participation

Resolution of issues

Compliance

Continuous improvement initiatives

Able to communicate complex issues in a clear and concise manner

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