Intern Internal Audit Job Description
Intern internal audit
provides administrative and technical support for applications and systems used within the audit function including SharePoint, Audit Management System, TeamMate, ACL, and Microsoft Office.
Intern Internal Audit Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Effectiveness and efficiency of business processes and their compliance to Group procedures
Execute audit programs and procedures as assigned by the audit engagement lead
Conduct audits in accordance with internal audit policies and the applicable Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing as prescribed by the Institute of Internal Auditors
Conduct internal audit and Sarbanes-Oxley testing in conjunction with other members of our international team
Support the Internal Audit department by preparing reports and information included in monthly status reporting to the Audit Committee
Special projects and analysis to support Internal Audit and other Finance Department initiatives
Quality of information and reporting
Limitation of fraud’s risk
Become familiar with the COSO Integrated Framework and data security components of COBIT and other security-related best practices
Research latest privacy laws, rules, and regulations and write up an impact assessment considering knowledge of operations
Intern Internal Audit Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Intern Internal Audit
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: CPA, CIA, CISA, SOX, CFE, MBA, PMI
Education for Intern Internal Audit
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the intern internal audit job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Graduate, Business/Administration, Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Education, Economics
Skills for Intern Internal Audit
Desired skills for intern internal audit include:
Accounting
Accounting and controls
Crystal Report Writer
Internal Audit
Microsoft Access
Microsoft Office suite
Microsoft Office
Procedures
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Word and Excel
Desired experience for intern internal audit includes:
Minimum Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better
Junior or Senior working toward a Bachelor’s in Account, Auditing or Finance
High level of proficiency with MS Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access)
Ability to plan, coordinate, and execute multiple assignments to meet deadlines
The intern will support the team as a staff auditor, participating in all phases of an audit project under the supervision of a Senior Auditor and a Manager
Work with team members to learn how an audit function works and the specific activities of the different roles within the function
Intern Internal Audit Examples
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Intern Internal Audit Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is looking to fill the role of intern internal audit. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for intern internal audit
- Accounting Reviews
- Prepare work papers which record and summarize audit procedures performed
- Perform any other duties within the scope of Internal Audit as assigned
- Conduct independent and objective assessments of internal controls, financial results, hotel operations, compliance requirements, This includes partnering with management to develop corrective action plans in response to all Internal Audit observations and subsequent follow-ups to ensure closure
- Perform tests of SOX key controls in areas such as payroll, inventory, order to cash process, procure to pay, or other technical accounting areas
- Develop and complete internal audit templates and work papers
- Be assigned various projects to gain an understanding of the audit function and the US Foods business
- Be paired with a mentor
- Participate in structured professional development trainings
- Attend professional and social networking events
Qualifications for intern internal audit
- Basic business governance understanding
- Motivated to learn audit processes, information systems, security, and privacy concepts
- Ability to work as an individual, in a team environment
- Effective in managing multiple projects
- Ability to make sense of ambiguity and devise innovative solutions
- Attention to detail and capable of learning new operations and processes quickly
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Intern Internal Audit Job Description
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Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of intern internal audit. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for intern internal audit
- Support the Internal Audit Team with the delivery and execution of selected audit procedures
- Work closely with the Head of Internal Audit on improving the data analytics capacity of the department
- Conduct financial audits with assistance
- Assist external auditors during year end audit
- Create and run scripts within the analytical tool, IDEA
- Update and organize flowchart documentation for processes
- Conduct inventory reviews at local facility
- Participate in the execution of operational audits and SOX assessments
- Execute other special projects and activities, as assigned
- Interaction to several business functions in the organization
Qualifications for intern internal audit
- General understanding of Information Systems concepts
- Proficient in MS Office software at intermediate level with Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word
- Juniors, Seniors and Master's students
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills-candidate will write reports to management and verbally communicate with auditees on a regular basis
- Strong analytical skills/critical thinking ability
- Pursuing BS in a Finance major, or related field with a minimum cumulative GPA of at least 3.0
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Intern Internal Audit Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of intern internal audit. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for intern internal audit
- Assists in verifying compliance with corporate policies and procedures
- Assists in reviewing and evaluating processes and procedures for completeness, accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness
- Assists in recommending improvements in procedures, processes, operations, and systems
- Documents all work thoroughly and completely to support conclusions under the direction of the Lead Auditor to provide assurance that work papers adhere to the standards of the Internal Audit profession
- Report progress timely and accurately to Lead Auditor and Internal Audit Director
- Pursuing BS, MS, or MBA in a Finance, Accounting, or Business Analytics major, or related field with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
- Perform audits professionally and in accordance with generally accepted audit standards
- Participate in special assignments as deemed necessary by management
- Perform SOX testing of controls as outlined in established audit programs for areas assigned
- Perform selected audit tests
Qualifications for intern internal audit
- Works closely with audit team, keeps team informed of progress, issues that arise, and asks questions
- Focused on learning and leadership development
- Leadership mindset
- A willingness to commit to the full 10 week program
- Experience interpreting and communicating information orally and written
- Experience working independently in a team environment
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Intern Internal Audit Job Description
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Our innovative and growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of intern internal audit. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for intern internal audit
- Assess compliance with policies and procedures
- Identify audit risks, obtain an understanding of processes and test controls by performing substantive procedures
- Perform ad hoc requests as prioritized per Internal Audit Management
- Communicate effectively with Internal Audit and business unit management
- Use professional judgment, in consultation with Internal Audit management, to evaluate testing materials received for sufficiency
- Assist in planning audits including performing risk assessment
- Conducting interviews, composing summary memos, and preparing working papers
- Identifying, developing, and documenting audit issues and recommendations for improvement
- Completion of process review documentation for specifically assigned audit areas
- Using audit tools within assigned areas and undertaking data analysis
Qualifications for intern internal audit
- Fluency in English and French, plus another language (Spanish, …)
- Looks for how and why of events
- Candidates must be sophomores, juniors, and seniors in good standing with their respective schools
- Full–time, 10 week summer position (start date is negotiable)
- 3.0 cumulative grade point average and/or 3.5 grade point average in your major
- Completed at least two years of college
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Intern Internal Audit Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking for an intern internal audit. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for intern internal audit
- Performs audit procedures, including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing and analyzing evidence, and documenting auditee processes and procedures
- Communicate timely and appropriately with the Internal Audit team and business management
- Assist in operational internal audit engagements successfully from beginning to end with supervision
- Assist with the development of audit programs and testing procedures relevant to risk and test objectives
- Analyzes audit data and documents audit conclusions and findings
- Assists in the preparation of work papers, which are subject to review by audit management
- Prepare and present recommendations for improved controls and enhanced business efficiency to management
- Perform controls testing over various areas of the business in support of the Company’s annual Sarbanes Oxley 404 attestation
- Participate in the coordination and execution of walkthroughs with relevant process owners
- Prepare work papers to summarize audit test results and communicate deficiencies and recommendations to the process owners
Qualifications for intern internal audit
- Must possess basic PC skills and be able to use spreadsheet, graphics database and word processing software
- May work with outside auditors to help reconcile discrepancies or support the external auditing function
- Ability to plan and perform compliance, financial, and operational audits
- Within the last year of graduating with a BS Degree
- Analytical, project management, planning, organization, documentation, and problem solving abilities
- Candidate must be available to work full time during the summer, 10-12 weeks in duration