This position is 100% in-office/non-remote in Maryville, TN. To be considered, candidates must reside in a commutable distance from this location. If a candidate is living outside of this area, willingness to relocate must be explicitly stated on resume or in a cover letter.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• BS degree in Accounting or Finance
• Interest in obtaining such certification as CPA, CMA, CIA, CFE, CISA, is recommended.

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong written and verbal communication skills a must
• Ability to work well with others at all levels within the organization
• Exhibit the leadership skills needed to sell ideas and obtain management buy-in for constructive change.
• Experience using automated work papers required
• Data analytics tool experienced preferred

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• BS degree in Accounting or Finance
• Interest in obtaining such certification as CPA, CMA, CIA, CFE, CISA, is recommended.

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong written and verbal communication skills a must
• Ability to work well with others at all levels within the organization
• Exhibit the leadership skills needed to sell ideas and obtain management buy-in for constructive change.
• Experience using automated work papers required
• Data analytics tool experienced preferred

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understanding of internal controls concepts and applying them to plan, perform, manage, and report on the evaluation of various business processes.
• Ability to work independently, with direction and guidance.
• Understanding of the technical aspects of accounting and financial reporting.
• Understanding project management with the ability to plan and execute SOX testing for in-scope controls including: performing control walkthroughs, drafting findings, and regularly reporting to management.
• Ability to define issues, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, COSO, internal auditing standards, generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), and risk assessment practices. Understanding of the technical aspects of accounting and financial reporting.
• Reviews financial transactions or reports for accuracy.
• Recommends new or modified procedures that improve efficiency or compliance and mitigate risk or loss.
• Drafts audit reports and maintains records of audit findings.
• Cooperates with independent auditors and provides data in support of external audits as needed.
• May direct and review the work performed by other audit personnel, including management testers and external resources from retained third-party firms.
• Travel up to 10% of the time.
  NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.
  Competencies of the ideal candidate

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understanding of internal controls concepts and applying them to plan, perform, manage, and report on the evaluation of various business processes.
• Ability to work independently, with direction and guidance.
• Understanding of the technical aspects of accounting and financial reporting.
• Understanding project management with the ability to plan and execute SOX testing for in-scope controls including: performing control walkthroughs, drafting findings, and regularly reporting to management.
• Ability to define issues, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, COSO, internal auditing standards, generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), and risk assessment practices. Understanding of the technical aspects of accounting and financial reporting.
• Reviews financial transactions or reports for accuracy.
• Recommends new or modified procedures that improve efficiency or compliance and mitigate risk or loss.
• Drafts audit reports and maintains records of audit findings.
• Cooperates with independent auditors and provides data in support of external audits as needed.
• May direct and review the work performed by other audit personnel, including management testers and external resources from retained third-party firms.
  NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.
  Competencies of the ideal candidate