Auditor Job Listing at TrueBlue Inc. in Tacoma, WA (Job ID 117320)

Description

Overview:

This position participates and supervises in audits of the company's business-related and/or information technology-related processes, including testing of systems and applications under the scope of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. This role works closely with our information technology team and interacts with business process owners at each of our components. This position influences the design and testing of internal controls over financial reporting. This position will directly report to the Internal Audit Manager. 

Location: Remote

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

People:

• Comfortable functioning in a matrix reporting structure working with different managers and reports (and different time zones) on a project or assignment basis
• Conduct interviews with all levels of personnel, from staff to executive management
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with multiple management levels while working objectively and independently
• Interacts and builds relationships with a diverse, geographically disbursed employee population in a remote work environment
• Desire to work in a collaborative team environment with an interest in leadership opportunities
• Open to honest and constructive feedback; apply feedback to future assignments
• Embraces an equitable and inclusive environment where people can bring their full selves to work and unlock their greatest potential and contributions to the team

Quality:

• Participates in development of comprehensive audit programs, including understanding of current risks and controls 
• Performs walkthroughs and documents design & implementation of controls, tests operational effectiveness of controls
• Research technologies, tools, or industry trends with the objective of developing new testing approaches and methodologies.
• Experience auditing or working with emerging technologies (e.g., cloud environment deployments, robotic process automation, machine learning, artificial intelligence, data analytics)
• Uses various analytical techniques, such as robotics and visualization, for developing audit programs, testing execution, and issue validation
• Provides assessment and evaluation of business and/or information technology processes and makes recommendations to mitigate risks
• Participates in performing operational audits, audit planning, coordinating with stakeholders, and execution of test plans 
• Prepares workpapers to ensure quality and objectives of audits are achieved
• Assists in preparation of audit artifacts, such as audit programs, work-papers, recommendations, and audit reports
• Keeps detailed and well-organized audit records

Operational Excellence:

• Plans and executes business process and/or IT infrastructure and general information technology controls, and/or compliance management engagements, including engagement meetings, testing, and follow-up testing, communicating delays
• Supports the company's effort in maintaining the ISO 27001 certification
• Provides anti-fraud consultation, as necessary
• Participates in execution of the audit plan with external auditors
• Comfortable learning and maintaining various technology-based solutions for accounting and auditing analytics as necessary
• Completes assignments on time and maintains productivity in a remote work environment

Travel and Location: 

• May require up to 20% domestic and 10% international travel.
• Remote first environment
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree in accounting, information systems, computer science, process documentation and/or related field
• 0 - 2 years of experience in areas of customer service, accounting, auditing, information systems, computer science, process documentation and/or related fields.
• Working towards or holding relevant certification(s) (CPA, CA, CISA, CISSP, and/or CIA) in good standing
• Knowledge of internal controls, internal controls framework and risk standards (e.g. COSO, COBIT, ISO, NIST, PCAOB etc.), Sarbanes Oxley Act, U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) and financial systems and related technology
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite applications with specific emphasis on Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint. Secondary emphasis on Visio, Access, Smartsheet
• Experience with centralized auditing/compliance repository tools (e.g. AuditBoard) desirable
• Data analytics using tools such as UiPath and Alteryx is a plus
• Unwavering ethical behavior and professionalism
• Strong analytical skills and a keen sense of professional skepticism
• Skilled in verbal and written communication
• Strong self-motivation working in a remote-first environment; some office visits required
• Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, talk, and/or hear for long periods of time. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move 25 pounds and occasionally more than 50 pounds. 

Salary Range: $55,300 - $66,500 annually, depending on experience and geographic location.
Please note that actual compensation offered may vary based on local pay requirements, and will meet or exceed state-specific minimum wage or salary thresholds. 

Benefits and Well-Being:

We offer a competitive benefits package, including 6 paid holidays, 1 paid floating holiday and up to 20 days of Paid Time Off per year, Medical/Dental/Vision insurance, Company-matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Program, in addition to other programs and perks. More details about our benefits can be found here.

TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands welcome and encourage applications from candidates with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in the application or interview process. If you require disability-related accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact your Recruiter directly, Employee Relations at HR-Advice@trueblue.com, or 1-800-610-8920. TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands will consult with all applicants who request disability-related accommodation during the application or interview process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Since opening our first office over 30 years ago, TrueBlue has been dedicated to connecting people and work, changing lives, transforming businesses, and benefiting communities around the world. . Whether serving a small business on Main Street or a Fortune 500 company, we work hard to find the talent they need to succeed. Our well-known, established brands – PeopleReady, PeopleManagement (SIMOS, StaffManagement, and Centerline Drivers), and PeopleScout, each have a unique focus to serve our customers' varied needs.

As the world of work changes, so does TrueBlue. We are well-positioned with tremendous strengths and assets, including a unique combination of strong and established brands, proprietary technology, an expansive geographic presence, and a passionate team serving our customers every day.

TrueBlue is The People Company™, and our shared values guide our success. We are Optimistic, believing in solutions through innovation and collaboration; Passionate, dedicated to making a positive impact; Accountable, empowering people to take responsibility; Respectful, valuing diverse views and teamwork; and True to who we are and to the needs of our clients. We are committed to making a lasting impact as we continue to adapt to the changing world of work.