A Day in the Life
Execution
Design, develop, validate, and maintain reusable data analytics, visualizations, and automated approaches for SOX internal control testing, operational and technology audits, system implementation reviews, third-party risk reviews, and continuous monitoring activities
Support the execution of SOX controls testing procedures
Conduct walkthroughs with business owners throughout the company to document the design understanding of internal processes, including via process narratives and flowcharts
Performance of detailed internal controls testing, including underlying information used in a control, such as information technology system reports
Review third-party System and Organization Controls (SOC) reports and related documentation, evaluate control exceptions and complementary user entity controls, assess their relevance to company processes and controls, and support follow-up with business and vendor owners.
Support the execution of operational, technology, or compliance Internal Audit projects:
Assist with developing audit project scope
Perform business process or information technology testing procedures or corresponding analysis, documentation of detailed audit workpapers
Identify risks, audit observations, and opportunities for improvement
Prepare observations and recommendations, as well as status reports provided to Management
Learning and Development
Attend training and share learnings to build Internal Audit, Internal Controls, Risk Management, and/or Governance awareness on the team and throughout the business
Assist in evaluating, implementing and using tools to enhance process effectiveness
Scope and Impact
Conduct reviews of specific processes and operations via data analysis, interpretation of intangible or unusual factors, summarization of findings and presentation of recommendations and suggestions.
Collaborate with stakeholders to continually refine and enhance existing processes and identify potential new opportunities to further drive audit effectiveness and efficiency through the use of technology and data analytic tools.
Analyze information technology and business process controls, identify risks and recommend innovative data analytic approaches.
Accountable for the execution of assigned SOX, Internal Audit, Risk Management, and/or Compliance projects of varying complexity and scope areas covering: financial, operational, strategic, technology and/or compliance risks.
Help deliver long term value to the business by developing continuous auditing/monitoring capabilities by promoting the use of data analytics in operations and ongoing monitoring by the business.
The position has no fiscal responsibilities.
You'll Come With
Education
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, information systems, data analytics, computer science, cybersecurity, or a related field, with strong academic credentials, required.
Progress towards professional certification, CPA, CIA, CISA or other relevant certification preferred.
Experience
1-3 years related professional experience in combination of public accounting, corporate accounting, IT and/or internal audit with industry experience (retail, consumer business) preferred.
Skills and Abilities
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with the Microsoft 365 suite are required.
Ability to utilize computer assisted auditing techniques and software to conduct data extraction and analysis
Working knowledge of data analysis and automation tools such as Power BI, Alteryx, Tableau, SQL, Python, ACL, IDEA, or comparable platforms is preferred, together with the ability to learn new tools quickly.
Apply computer-assisted audit techniques to extract, reconcile, transform, analyze, and visualize data from multiple systems. Assess data lineage, completeness, accuracy, access, retention, and privacy considerations, and document validation procedures sufficiently to support reliable audit conclusions.
Ability to use approved generative artificial intelligence and automation tools responsibly to support research, documentation, data analysis, and process improvement while protecting confidential information, validating outputs, maintaining professional skepticism, and complying with company policies.
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally, build effective cross-functional relationships, manage competing priorities, exercise professional skepticism, maintain confidentiality, and present data-driven conclusions to audiences with varying levels of technical expertise.
Ability to work in excess of standard hours, as needed.
Come join our team. You’re going to like it here!
You will enjoy competitive wages, flexible hours, and an associate discount. Burlington’s benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance. Full-time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan.
We are a rapidly growing brand and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us. Our teams work hard and have fun together! Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day. Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity
Individual pay decisions will be based on a variety of factors, such as but not limited to, qualifications, education, job-related skills, relevant experience, and geographic location.
Compensation Range: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00
