Senior Internal Auditor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia.

📋 Description

• Evaluate and improve business processes and internal controls across Ferguson’s various business units.

• Perform risk-focused operational, financial, and commercial audits, as well as special projects.

• Carry out the entire audit cycle, which includes planning, risk assessment, fieldwork, and reporting.

• Incorporate IPPF components into audit engagements.

• Create and implement audit programs.

• Convey engagement objectives and scope to relevant stakeholders.

• Document process walkthroughs and create flowcharts.

• Develop analytical procedures and conduct sample-based testing.

• Collect evidence to substantiate conclusions.

• Prepare engagement findings and assist in compiling and distributing draft reports.

• Present findings during close meetings with stakeholders.

• Lead audit engagements and facilitate discussions on risk mitigation and process enhancement.

• Review workpapers and provide coaching feedback to the audit team.

• Assess fraud risk assessment processes and controls while identifying potential fraud indicators.

• Work collaboratively with management to coordinate assurance coverage and minimize redundant testing.

• Assess compliance, governance, risk management, and financial control processes.

• Utilize data analytics and explore AI and automation solutions to enhance testing efficiency.

• Communicate objectives, schedule meetings, draft agendas, record minutes, track follow-up actions, and update project progress reports.

• Liaise with stakeholders and executive leadership.

• Assist in the recruitment of new staff.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; advanced degree is advantageous.

• At least 4 years of progressive experience in internal/external audit, accounting, or finance.

• Experience in managing or leading small teams.

• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerBI and Visio.

• Familiarity with Workday, AuditBoard, Oracle, or Sage X3 is a plus.

• Professional certification or the ability to obtain a professional certification is required within one year of hire.

• Must be available to work East Coast hours.

• Willingness to travel 10–35%, including to Canada.

• Experience in a remote work environment is a plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Paid time off.

• Life insurance.

• 401(k) with a company match.

• Mental health coverage.

• Gender affirming benefits.

• Family building benefits.

• Paid parental leave.

• Associate discounts.

• Opportunities for community involvement.

• Eligibility for bonus or incentive plans.