Tax auditor Jobs in Thornton, CO

Internal Auditor

Essential duties and responsibilities general description of main/primary duties and responsibilities of the job, aptitude, level of complexity, span of control, autonomy, decision making and judgement. It is central and necessary to the satisfactory performance of the job. Includes the following and other duties as assigned.

Under limited supervision, this position will:

• Plan, scope, and execute internal audits as listed in the annual Internal Audit Plan such as, Operational, Financial, Compliance, ESG, Management, or Audit Committee, special requests, etc.
• Audit activities to verify accuracy, compliance with all applicable policies, procedures and regulations, and operating effectiveness.
• Analyze existing controls for control gaps, and present process control improvements to management.
• Develop SOX test plans, execute testing, review and report testing results for business processes and application controls, and communicate results to management.
• Identify and document control exceptions and process improvement opportunities. Apply judgment to develop recommendations to address control exceptions and communicate these recommendations to process owners.
• Follow up with process owners to track the status of remediation efforts and assist in process improvement efforts.
• Gain an increasing understanding of the organization, systems, processes, and policies to develop and foster positive working relationships, focusing on the identification of solutions to significant audit risk issues and timely resolution.
• Lead and oversee Internal Auditors, external consultants and contractors on projects or tasks under the direction of the Internal Audit Management.
• Plan and execute a number of specific operational, financial, compliance and special project requests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications education, experience, licensure (minimum level required)

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Field of study: Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field. At least three (3) years of auditing experience including some Public Accounting. SOX 404 testing experience. Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or another relevant license.

Core competencies list and describe the required factors (i.e. knowledge, skills, abilities, software programs), that are needed for this role.

Thorough understanding of auditing standards, techniques, and procedures. High level of organizational skills, business process skills, and an in-depth understanding of financial statement risks and controls. Strong proficiency in desktop packages such as Microsoft Excel, Word, Visio, and Power Point. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to handle conflict, listen to others, flexibility in communication style, and respond professionally. Flexible and adaptable and functions well as a team player. Is comfortable working with diverse skill sets and personalities. Demonstrate high level of integrity in maintaining confidentiality and respecting the sensitivity of information received. Good attention to detail and accuracy when analyzing data and reporting on audit work. Superb project and time management skills including multi-tasking, deadline management, tolerance for uncertainty and adaptability.

Supervisory responsibilities functions as an individual contributor with no supervisory responsibilities.

Work environment the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Excludes occasional visitation to the field reference travel section.

Office related: job is primarily performed in an office setting with exposure to computer screens and requires regular use of a computer, keyboard, mouse, and multi-line telephone system. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.

Hours / shifts regular business hours.

Physical demands regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. Frequency lift, push, carry and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Travel approximate amount of time. Minimal travel may be required to other locations.

The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.

Summary of available benefits*:

• Health Care eligibility including Medical & Prescription, Dental and Vision coverages
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Dependent Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA match
• Employer Paid Insurance: Basic Life and AD&D (employee, spouse, child), Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Voluntary Insurance: Life and AD&D, Accident, Long Term Care, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance, Legal Services
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Student Loan Repayment Reimbursement
• Vacation, Personal Choice Days (PCD), Sick Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company paid Holidays
• Wellness Reimbursement
• Subsidized Parking and Public Transportation
• Financial Well-being Program
• Professional Membership Reimbursement
• Employee Discount Programs

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on the employee's job classification. Effective date is the first of the month after the event date or the first of the month if the event date is the first of the month.