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We are looking for a passionate, highly motivated IT Internal Auditor to join our Advance Auto Parts Internal Audit team. This is an exciting opportunity to learn and develop, work cross-functionally through the organization, and drive meaningful value as the Company enters the next phase of its transformation.

The IT Internal Auditor is a key role that supports the execution of the annual Internal Audit Plan, by working collaboratively to perform risk-based operational audits and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) testing, through the application of critical thinking skills, business knowledge, and innovative audit techniques (e.g., data analytics, and artificial intelligence). In addition to typical SOX audits, you'll have the opportunity to perform process assessments, advisory reviews, and participate in integrated audits. This role reports directly to the IT Internal Audit Manager.

The Internal Audit team's priorities are risk-based and focus on strong governance, transparency, strategic engagement, and fostering a diverse and inclusive culture that focuses on people development and strong career paths.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a Fortune 500 Company, develop risk management skills, learn the business, and grow your career in a fast-growing organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES may include, but are not limited to the following (other duties may be assigned):

• Assists in the completion of the audit objectives across the full annual SOX 404 audit lifecycle including helping to plan, test, document, and report on audit results aligned to IIA quality standards and in conformance to audit policies and procedures.
• Assist in executing walkthroughs and requesting/tracking PBCs.
• Provides support during SOX IT control and process walkthroughs, testing, and documentation.
• Test design and operating effectiveness of key controls across inscope cycles (e.g., ITGCs, R2R, O2C, P2P, Payroll, Inventory, etc.) including key reports and application controls.
• Produce highquality workpapers that link risks, procedures and conclusions; maintain quality work papers ready for review and external auditor reliance.
• Assist in performing deficiency assessments, tracking remediation activities and retesting fixes.
• Perform analytical reviews and interpretation of financial data and provide understandable explanations to non-financial business partners.
• Assist management in assessing and identifying internal controls needed for new processes and opportunities for operating efficiencies.
• Support planning, fieldwork and reporting for operational, IT, advisory & consulting projects. Develop practical, value-add recommendations with stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of templates, checklists and ways of working.
• Support the development and execution of continuous monitoring routines by preparing datasets, running analytics, and documenting insights for manager review.
• Apply datadriven monitoring techniques (trend analysis, exception identification, key metric tracking) to help surface potential control issues early and escalate observations to the engagement lead.
• Support ERM program and Investigation work as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Experience executing internal control testing in a SOX compliant environment.
• Advance use of MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) and Accounting Systems/ERP.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and negotiation skills.
• Extraordinary interpersonal skills to work in conjunction with other departments, vendors, and internal and external customers.
• Must be a team player who also works well independently.
• Must be able to analyze data, draw conclusions, interpret results, and make recommendations with respect to accounting treatments.
• Must be able to read, analyze, interpret, and comprehend financial reports and legal documents.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in both an oral and written manner to common inquiries from team members, customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Must be able to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to top management, external department heads, customers, clients and other employees.
• Expected domestic travel 5-10%.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• 1-3+ years in internal/external audit with meaningful SOX/ICFR controls testing experience.
• Knowledge of COSO Framework, IIA Standards, and US GAAP. GIAS, ISO, COBIT and NIST preferred.
• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, preferably in Business Management, Accounting, Information Systems, Computer Science or related field.
• Certified Public Accountant, Chartered Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, or Certified Information Systems Auditor, or other relevant certifications preferred.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises the departmental staff in the absence of the department manager. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Company's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include training, planning, assigning/directing work, and resolving problems.

HOW WE WORK

We are a collaborative, motivated, and highly driven group of internal auditors that are passionate about what we do. We operate with excellence, a high sense of urgency and with a customer-first mindset. We take pride in delivering high-quality audit recommendations and insights that help support Advance Auto Parts' strategy, transformation, and growth.

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