Lead Internal Auditor - Brilliant Earth
Position Overview :
The Internal Audit team at Brilliant Earth is embarking on building a successful Internal Audit team focused on delivering on its mission to help Brilliant Earth serve its stakeholders by strengthening its processes.
As the Senior Internal Auditor, your knowledge, expertise and leadership abilities will be the foundation for the team’s success. You will assist the Internal Audit Leader with managing and developing audit team members. You will drive the development and implementation of processes and procedures within Internal Audit and across the company. You will lead the development and execution of Sarbanes-Oxley testing as well as project engagement planning and oversight. This role reports to the Head of Internal Audit.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and execute audit projects and SOX testing
- Prepares and reviews workpapers
- Conducts risk assessments including the identification of controls and testing attributes
- Provides coaching and guidance to team members to ensure deliverables are met timely
- Develops content of audit reports including issues and recommendations
- Delivers audit team project performance evaluations
- Ensures engagements are completed in accordance with audit standards
- Communicates effectively with all levels of management
- Builds and develops cross-functional relationships
- Delivers difficult messages based on facts and accompanied with recommendations
What we are looking for:
- An Eye for Innovation. You’re a creative thinker who brings new ideas to the table.
- A Mind for Multi-Tasking. You’re an expert at managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Master of Collaboration. You have a genuine ability to collaborate and contribute to a team effort.
- It’s All in the Details. You know it’s the little things that count the most. You have a passion for process and a keen eye for detail in a fast-moving work environment.
Qualifications :
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology or another relevant field
- 4+ years of audit, accounting, financial, information technology or related business experience
- Thorough understanding of SOX requirements
- Advanced knowledge of internal audit methods and demonstrated experience leading internal audit projects in compliance with the Institute of Internal Auditors standards
- Intermediate to advanced business acumen in business operations, industry practices, and emerging trends
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and tools to analyze issues and trends
- Trustworthy and discreet with confidential financial and employee data
- Demonstrated ability to suggest multiple alternatives for process improvements and communicate complex concepts across multiple disciplines
- Lead by example upholding the principles of integrity, objectivity, confidentiality, and competence
Preferred Experience and Knowledge
- 4+ years of internal or external audit experience in the internal audit department at a retail company or equivalent IT audit experience at a top tier firm (Big 4, RSM, Protiviti, etc.)
- Holds an active CIA, CISA, or CPA designation
- 2+ years of experience leading end-to-end engagements and/or leadership experience within the information technology or security fields
- Demonstrated knowledge of internal controls, business risks and audit techniques
- Experience with AuditBoard, Wdesk, or audit engagement support tools
- Maintains other designations including Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Information Security Systems Professional (CISSP), Certified Financial Services Auditor (CFSA), or other relevant business designation
What We Offer:
- Career Growth. We want to see you sparkle! Through regular 1-1’s with your manager, a variety of training opportunities, and an annual 360 review process for all employees, our leaders are dedicated to creating clear pathways for growth. Learn more about how Brilliant Earth creates a culture of collaboration and growth Here!
- Diverse, mission-minded team. We were founded to cultivate a more transparent, sustainable, compassionate, & inclusive jewelry industry. Learn more about our impact and team diversity Here!
- Lifestyle spending account. At Brilliant Earth, we’re committed to your well-being. Enjoy company reimbursements for eligible wellness expenses, such as gym memberships, massage, counseling, and more!
- Continued Education. Company-sponsored learning in leadership, professional skills, diversity & inclusion, and access to tuition reimbursement for role-specific trainings.
- Employee Discounts. As an employee at Brilliant Earth, you’ll receive a generous discount on our jewelry.
- Mental Wellness Perks. We offer access to mental health resources, such as self-care apps and seminars. Our Employee Assistance Program offers 24/7 access to counseling!
- Giving Back and Volunteer Opportunities. In addition to our giving back programs, our teams support local initiatives and spend time together by volunteering.
- Insurance. Medical, dental, and vision insurance kick in on the first day of your 2nd month!
- 401k match. We know that saving for the future is important. That's why we offer a generous 401k match.
- Open PTO policy. We know it’s important to recharge and relax.
- Disability and Life insurance. 100% employer-paid.
- Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits.
More About Us:
At Brilliant Earth, our mission is to cultivate a more transparent, sustainable, compassionate, & inclusive jewelry industry. We believe in creating jewelry you can feel good about wearing, without ever compromising between quality and conscience. We are hard-working team players that welcome challenges and rise to any occasion. Our community of collaboration, respect and encouragement is fostered by frequent team events, cross-departmental meetings and celebrating our wins, big and small. As one of the fastest growing e-commerce jewelers in the world, we're searching for bright and passionate people who are excited to make an impact from day one and grow with the company to take on greater responsibility over time.
Brilliant Earth recognizes the value of diversity and inclusion on our team, as we work together to reinvent fine jewelry in a thoughtful and modern way. At Brilliant Earth, we celebrate each other – our successes, the lessons along the way, and the unique perspectives each individual brings to our team. It is our intent to maintain a work environment and hiring process which is free of harassment or discrimination because of sex, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, military service, veteran status, or any other status protected by Federal, State or local laws. We are committed to complying with all Federal, State and local laws providing Equal Employment Opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations.
If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation completing an application or at any stage of the interview process, please reach out to us at accommodations@brilliantearth.com.
