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About This Team and Role

Our Internal Audit team supports the execution of audit projects in accordance with the annual audit plan and risk assessments by evaluating financial, compliance, operational, and internal control processes. We work with business functions to understand processes, document controls, identify potential improvement opportunities, and support management's remediation efforts.
The Internal Auditor role is an entry-level position designed for a candidate who is eager to learn internal audit, SOX compliance, and business process controls. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, collaborative, and able to execute assigned audit procedures with appropriate supervision while developing sound audit judgment and business acumen.

What You'll Do

• Audit Support - Assist with assigned audit activities, including planning support, information requests, walkthrough preparation, testing, and follow-up.
• Process Documentation - Participate in walkthroughs with business process owners and help document process flows, risks, and controls.
• Control Testing - Execute assigned test procedures for SOX, financial, compliance, and operational audits under the guidance of more experienced audit team members.
• Evidence Review - Gather, organize, and review audit evidence to determine whether procedures were performed and documented in accordance with established expectations.
• Workpaper Documentation - Prepare clear, accurate, and well-supported workpapers that describe the procedures performed, evidence reviewed, and conclusions reached.
• Issue Identification - Identify potential exceptions, control gaps, or process improvement opportunities and escalate them for review and discussion.
• Collaboration - Work professionally with Internal Audit team members, business process owners, and external auditors to support timely completion of audit activities.
• Reporting Support - Assist in drafting audit observations, status updates, and supporting materials for management review.
• Continuous Learning - Develop knowledge of internal audit methodology, SOX requirements, internal controls, company policies, and relevant business processes.

• External Audit Coordination - Partner with external auditors by preparing required documentation, facilitating walkthroughs, and providing timely support to ensure an efficient audit process.

• Ad-Hoc Support - Assist with special projects, data requests, remediation tracking, and other Internal Audit activities as assigned.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Interest in developing a career in internal audit, SOX compliance, risk management, or business process controls.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to organize information, follow procedures, and document work clearly.
• Basic understanding of accounting, auditing, internal controls, or business process concepts; willingness to learn company-specific processes and audit methodology.
• Ability to analyze information, ask thoughtful questions, and escalate potential issues appropriately.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; interest in developing data analytics skills is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with team members and business stakeholders.
• Ability to manage assigned tasks, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Progress toward CPA, CIA, CISA, or other relevant certification is a plus, but not required.
• Relevant experience in internal audit, public accounting, SOX compliance, accounting, finance, business operations, or a related internship is a plus, but not required.

Verra Mobility Values

An ideal candidate for this role naturally works in alignment with the Verra Mobility Core Values:

• Own It. We focus on high performance and drive toward breakthrough outcomes. Our employees ensure accountability, optimize and align work, focus on the customer, and cultivate innovation.
• Do What's Right. We champion integrity and good character. Our team members model ethical behavior, demonstrate good judgment and are courageous.
• Choose Courage Over Comfort. We lean into the conversations, decisions and actions that move the business forward, even when they feel uncomfortable. We challenge assumptions, address issues early and prioritize progress over ease.
• Win Together. We believe in growing and inspiring people together. We seek people who collaborate, value differences, think and act globally, foster an engaging work environment, and recognize and develop others.