Internal Auditor

Job description

Public Storage is looking for an Internal Auditor to work collaboratively with different departments to assure compliance and promote financial transparency within the organization. The Internal Auditor will be based in Frisco, TX . They will plan and execute financial and operational audits ensuring the effectiveness of our internal control procedures. The Internal Auditor will play a vital role in contributing to the safeguarding of our company's assets, and the oversight of our financial and business records.

They will also assess risk management strategies and systems. If you possess a strong attention to detail, in-depth knowledge of business operations, and a solid understanding of financial guidelines, you could be an ideal fit.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Performing corporate audits, advisory reviews, and report writing, including Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) testing over Business Process Controls and/or Information Technology General Controls under direct supervision. Using business tools and conducting data analyses to evaluate business risk and support audit conclusions. Directly support the growth through acquisitions strategy by conducting property site reviews during the due diligence period.

Conducting or assisting in special examinations and projects at the request of management or the Audit Committee, including matters involving conflicts of interest or irregularities. Building and managing internal and external relationships by demonstrating professionalism, a facilitative and collaborative communication style and responsiveness to internal partners. Interacting or consulting with multiple stakeholders in the identification of functional, organizational and procedural issues, including recommendations for improvements/efficiencies.

Working as project lead with other internal auditors on audit assignments.

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Finance/Business, Accounting or related discipline. Minimum 6 years of internal audit, financial or operational experience. Professional certification, such as CPA, CIA, CFE highly preferred. MBA a plus. Strong Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) background with experience with end-to-end execution of SOX 404 compliance activities, including walkthroughs, documentation of process flows (narratives/flowcharts), and testing the operating effectiveness of key financial controls.

Previous public accounting and/or private industry experience with experience in and knowledge of operations and internal controls. Deep experience in Microsoft Office Suite products, including Excel, PowerPoint and Word. (Must possess intermediate proficiency in Excel including the ability to create and manipulate pivot tables and use functions such as VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, and HLOOKUP for data analysis and reporting.) Experience auditing in an ERP environment such as SAP is preferred.

Experience with automated workpaper systems (such as AuditBoard, Workiva, Diligent) and data analytics. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively present complex concepts in a clear and understandable manner to stakeholders. Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams. Ability to work efficiently under pressure, accurately meet deadlines, present a professional demeanor and work well independently.

Requires domestic travel of 10-20% annually.