About BlueLinx Holdings Inc.
BlueLinx (NYSE: BXC) is a leading wholesale distributor of building and industrial products in the United States with over 70,000 branded and private-label SKUs, and a broad distribution footprint servicing 50 states. BlueLinx has a differentiated distribution platform, value-driven business model and extensive cache of products across the building products industry. Headquartered in Marietta, Georgia, BlueLinx has over 2,000 associates and distributes its comprehensive range of structural and specialty products to approximately 15,000 national, regional, and local dealers, as well as specialty distributors, national home centers, industrial, and manufactured housing customers.
JOB ASSIGNMENT SUMMARY
The Staff Internal Auditor is responsible for performing internal audits of various departments within the Organization to ensure accuracy and compliance with policies, procedures, regulations, and standards. The Staff Auditor plays a key role in executing branch audits, identifying potential issues, gathering audit documentation, completing detailed workpapers, and making recommendations to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
KEY TASKS / RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs risk-based internal audits across all functional areas of the organization, and for all phases of the engagements (planning, fieldwork, reporting, follow-up).
- Executes internal audit programs and procedures to address identified risks and ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and standards.
- Downloads data populations and selects data samples for testing and analysis; assess level of compliance and document deficiencies.
- Prepares initial drafts of internal audit reports reflecting results of work performed and communicates audit findings, recommendations, and opportunities for improvement to supervisor.
- Supports other internal audit functions including consulting, investigations, presentation
POSITION SCOPE / IMPACT
- Span of Control: No direct reports. May oversee the completion of projects/assignments and train other professions and support level employees.
- Decision Making / Autonomy: Under minimal supervision exercises latitude and independence, makes some independent decisions.
- Financial Authority: N/A
- Problem Complexity: Performs advanced level work that requires identifying and resolving key issues, potential impact of the issue, and proposing potential solutions to supervisor.
- Influencing / People Leadership: Ability to build trust with stakeholders and be appropriately diplomatic, understands others’ roles and perspectives, can make compelling arguments to support audit recommendations.
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES
- Must possess knowledge and understanding of internal auditing, professional audit standards (as prescribed by the Institute of Internhal Auditors – IIA), internal controls and COSO framework.
- Knowledge of financial transaction flows, accounting standards, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Familiarity with risk assessment concepts including strategic, operational, financial, and compliance risks.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on teamwork; able to work with employees at all levels of the company.
- Highly organized and detail oriented.
- Strong skills with spreadsheet software programs and word processing.
- Excellent time management, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities, meet deadlines, multitask, and work independently.
- Willing and able to travel up to 25%.
- Willing and able to walk through lumber yards and perform inventory counts.
- Experience with SOX testing and/or AuditBoard software is a Plus.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
- Certifications: CPA and/or CIA, a plus.
- Educational Requirements: BA/BS Accounting, Finance, Business Admin. or related field preferred. MBA or Masters a plus.
- Years of Experience: 0-4 years related experience in internal auditing preferred, preferably in a large corporate environment or public accounting firm.