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Internal Auditor

Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

Summary

The Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for planning, developing, conducting, and leading financial, compliance and operational audits to assess risks of complex company systems, operations, business processes and functions and will assist, along with leadership, in the execution of the annual compliance audit plan, support the SOX 404 compliance efforts and other internal audit projects.

Position Responsibilities:

Evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of the Company’s business systems, operation processes, functions, and related internal controls
Evaluates employee compliance with the Company’s policies and procedures
Assists business process owners to prepare/update business process narratives
Researches, interprets, and evaluates the Company’s compliance with contractual requirements, including government regulations such as FAR, DFAR, ITAR, EVMS and CAS
Identifies, documents, summarizes, reports and presents audit findings to management
Requests corrective action plans, where appropriate, and verifies implementation of agreed-to corrective actions
Provides advice and guidance to management regarding accounting and compliance matters, risks, and internal controls
Investigates employee reports of suspected or potential noncompliant activity
Organizes, schedules, and conducts workload to meet established milestones
Observes all company procedures, laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company
Represents the department or company on projects
Performs other financial or operational audits, internal reviews, or duties as assigned or required
Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information
Performs other duties as assigned or required

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience):

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting and/or Finance or equivalent combination of education, training, and professional experience
Minimum 8+ years of experience in professional audit and/or accounting role, preferably in a corporate environment and experience working with a government contractor or with the DCAA or DCMA
Detailed and extensive technical expertise in the application of government regulations (i.e., FAR, DFAR, ITAR, EVMS and CAS) is preferred
Familiarity with SOX 404 internal controls
Proficient computer skills, e.g., in the use of Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Excellent analytical and organizational skills and abilty to multi-task
Demonstrated excellence in verbal and written communication, with the ability to “think on one’s feet” in high pressure situations
Ability to identify issues and develop solutions to a variety of problems of diverse scope and complexity
Must be able to work extended hours and meet deadlines

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies:

CPA/CIA or other certification preferred
Ability to work independently and able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
Focuses on teamwork and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Physical Demands

Ability to work in an office or home office environment (constant)
Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

The salary range for this role is:

$109,142 - $163,712

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A “U.S. person” according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:

http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits

We also encourage you to review our company website at

http://www.avinc.com

to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

AeroVironment Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V and works in compliance with both federal and state laws. We are committed to the concept regarding Equal Employment opportunity. Qualified candidates will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, medical condition nor disability, genetics, veteran and all others that may apply.

ITAR

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.

COMPANY RATING

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