Analyst, Internal Audit & Compliance

The primary responsibility of this role is to ensure that the company’s internal controls are effectively designed and operating as intended to mitigate risks identified in the SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) risk assessment. This role is crucial for maintaining the integrity of the company’s financial reporting and compliance with SOX regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Assess the control environment against risk
• Ensure risks are appropriately mitigated
• Perform testing protocols
• Report on testing results and design assessments
• Meet with stakeholders to understand and define how each major type of transaction is processed
• Create detailed flowcharts and other documents to illustrate the process and evaluate their effectiveness
• Draft the overall scoping memo and supporting schedule outlining Build-A-Bear’s SOX risk assessment and control strategy
• Collaborate with the Director, Accounting
• Participate in relevant meetings
• Ensure requests made by auditors are addressed

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in public accounting or direct internal audit document preparation
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Proficient in Excel

Preferred Qualifications:

• 4 plus years experience in direct internal audit document preparation
• CPA or CIA
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft D365 

Behavioral Traits for Success:

• An analytical, inquiring, and critical mind that solves complex problems
• A knack for anticipating potential issues
• Strong commitment to tasks being completed correctly and on time
• Thrives in a structured environment
• Comfortable making decisions in area of expertise
• Communication style is factual and sincere
• Willingness to follow established policies, processes, and procedures
• Enjoys working at a somewhat faster-than-average pace
• Strives for continuous improvement

Working Environment:

• Typical office environment with climate control and sufficient lighting, ergonomic desk/chairs
• Hybrid work schedule

Your Performance Will Be Measured On:

Your performance will be measured by your ability to achieve annual department objectives and corporate goals which include but are not limited to the following:

• Decision-making, judgment, and execution
• Responsiveness
• Quality of documentation
• Meeting participation
• Resolution of issues
• Compliance
• Continuous improvement initiatives
• Able to communicate complex issues in a clear and concise manner
• Stakeholder Feedback