Senior Internal Auditor - Financial Controls

Job Summary

The Senior Internal Auditor – Financial Controls will primarily conduct audits of the organization’s internal controls over financial reporting to assess compliance with SOX and to identify potential areas of risk and opportunities for improvement. This will include evaluating business processes and activities of the various business units for compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and company policies and procedures. Candidates are expected to conduct audits and projects independently with minimal supervision, work closely with audit managers to assess effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting, draft internal audit reports and recommendations, and assist with ad hoc special projects and operational audits.

• The position can be worked remotely but the preferred location is the northern Virginia region. 
  
  

About the Internal Audit and Controls Department
The Senior Internal Auditor - Financial Controls is a key member of the growing Internal Audit team at Leonardo DRS. This role will report to the Internal Audit Manager - Financial Controls and will be supported by the VP, Internal Audit. The Senior Internal Auditor - Financial Controls will bring value-added services to the audit team in the form of risk-based analysis and recommendations for improved controls and enhanced business efficiencies across the various business units that comprise Leonardo DRS.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead all stages of SOX audit engagements including the initial risk assessment and planning, fieldwork, and reporting phases as defined on the annual audit plan.
• Perform audit procedures by developing criteria, reviewing and analyzing evidence, identifying issues, and documenting conclusions.
• Conduct SOX control walkthroughs and collaborate directly with internal and external stakeholders to identify risks and opportunities for improvements to existing processes and controls.
• Identify and document audit issues and recommendations. Monitor and report on remediation progress, ensuring that corrective action plans are developed and implemented in a timely manner.
• Examine records and independently evaluate procedures to determine the effectiveness of internal controls or compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Support SOX readiness and control design for newly acquired entities, including risk assessment, control framework development, and coordination with co-source/external audit resources.
• Perform audits in a professional manner with agreed upon scope and milestones in accordance with the audit program. Work collaboratively with team members to plan and execute audits.
• Communicate findings, observations, and recommendations to management in a clear, concise manner.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging risks, and best practices in internal audit and internal controls over financial reporting to provide guidance and training to colleagues.
• Assist with internal investigations, operational audits, or special projects as requested.
• Work with external auditors and other resources to respond to requests for information and documentation.
• Coordinate with co-source resources to align on testing approach, walkthrough scheduling, and evidence requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or other business field from an accredited college or university, with at least 3 years’ experience, preferably in a public accounting firm or corporate internal audit function in the government contracting industry.
• Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS).
• Experience supporting SOX integration for newly acquired businesses, multi-national entities, or complex organizational structures is a plus.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Costpoint) and IT application controls/IPE testing preferred. Familiarity with data analytics tools is a plus.
• Strong analytical and technical skills, with the ability to execute a high level of objectivity and independence.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and strong interpersonal skills to interact with various levels of management.
• Ability to work harmoniously with co-workers, management, and external resources, and work effectively in a professional team environment.
• Professional certification is preferred (CPA, CIA, CISA, or other audit-related certification).
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time.