Intern, Finance

Intern, Finance

POSITION PROFILE

The mission of the Ricoh USA, Inc. Internal Audit Department is to provide independent, objective assurance and consulting services to add value, reduce risk, and improve company operations, both domestically and internationally for Ricoh North America (US and Canada) and Central/South America. Internal Audit helps the company accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and corporate governance processes.

As an Internal Audit Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in audit procedures across various business processes and cycles including cash, receivables, inventory, fixed assets, payroll, and expense analysis. You will work alongside experienced professionals and be exposed to real-world audit engagements, contributing to meaningful projects while developing your professional skills.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Assist with internal audits to assess effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting as required by Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act using the COSO framework by reviewing business processes and transaction cycles including cash, treasury, capital expenditures, and other income and expenses.

Support audit teams in researching audit issues and tracking financial information using data analytics software.

Identify and communicate audit-related issues to senior staff and assist with developing possible solutions to remediate potential control deficiencies.

Ensure information used to support risk/control assessments is compelling, descriptive and factual.

Collaborate with client team members and build strong professional relationships.

Participate in various client engagements across different departments.

Apply a learning mindset and take ownership for your own development, seeking advice or help where previous experience is lacking.

Attend training sessions and team-building activities.

Engage in mentorship and feedback discussions.

Contribute to community outreach initiatives.

Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, and Certifications)

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or related fields Business Analytics, Mathematics, Statistics, and/or Data Science

Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above

Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Power BI) and basic knowledge of financial systems and SQL

Demonstrated initiative, adaptability, and problem-solving skills

Must be authorized to work without the need for visa sponsorship

KNOWLEDGE, Skills And Abilities

Basic knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS.

Basic knowledge of the requirements of Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and internal controls.

Requires proficiency in skill areas such as project management, process improvement, re-engineering and facilitation.

Understanding of control processes/systems in the industry is desired.

Understanding of client requirements on a project level is required.

Possesses ability to make effective presentations at the project level.

Must be team-oriented and work for the common goal of the project team and department.

Values others’ skills and experience.

Possesses flexibility and ability to adapt to changes in project needs.

Possesses analytical/problem-solving skills at the project level.

Possesses strong ethical values such as honesty, integrity and loyalty.

Possesses initiative, energy, enthusiasm and is hard working and self-motivated.

Possesses desire for personal growth and knowledge:

Strong career interest

Thirst for knowledge and understanding

Desire to excel (improve/grow)

Reads to enhance current work abilities

Possesses organizational sensitivity/diplomacy.

Possesses business orientation and focus and customer focus.

WORKING CONDITIONS, MENTAL AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Typically works in an office environment with adequate lighting and ventilation, and a normal range of temperature and noise level.

Work assignments are diversified. Analysis and benchmarking required to develop practical solutions to identified problems. New alternatives may be developed to resolve problems.

Multiple projects are required to be completed and management reports issued each quarter, as well as summarized for quarterly Board of Directors Audit Committee meetings.

Minimal physical effort is required. Work is mostly sedentary but does require walking, standing, bending, reaching, lifting or carrying objects that typically weigh less than 10 lbs. (e.g., papers, books, files and small parts, etc.).

Requires moderate dexterity - regular application of basic skills (calculator, keyboard, hand tools, eye/hand coordination).