Internal Audit Analyst

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary

In response to the Company's growth, the Internal Audit Analyst is being introduced as a new position to support the company's compliance monitoring and internal audit activities across project operations.

Reporting initially to Sundt's Prequalification Manager, this position is responsible for evaluating adherence to company policies and internal controls.

The role partners with Sundt's Controllership team, its project teams and Company leadership to identify risks, recommend process improvements, and help ensure compliance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.

Ideally located at Sundt's headquarters in Tempe, Arizona, this position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate findings and recommendations to both operational and financial leadership.

Periodic travel is required.

It is expected that overtime compliance activities will expand and necessitate a distinct department within Sundt's Finance & Accounting organization.

Key Responsibilities:

1.

Analyze operational and financial processes to identify opportunities for improved compliance, efficiency, and risk mitigation.
2.

Assist with development and continuous improvement of internal audit procedures, compliance checklists, and reporting dashboards.
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Collaborate with project teams, operations, finance, accounting, legal, and risk management personnel to resolve compliance issues.
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Maintain accurate audit documentation, supporting workpapers, and compliance records.
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Monitor corrective actions resulting from audit findings and verify implementation of recommended improvements.
6.

Perform internal compliance audits of construction projects to evaluate adherence to company financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
7.

Provide ad hoc support of unrelated projects within the Prequalification Department and/or Sundt's Finance & Accounting organization.
8.

Provide guidance and training to project teams regarding company compliance standards and subcontractor requirements.
9.

Review audit findings, identify trends, quantify risk exposure, and prepare reports for management and Sundt's Board of Directors.

Minimum Job Requirements:

1.

2-4 years of experience in one or more of the following: internal audit, external audit, compliance, accounting, financial analysis and internal controls.
2.

Ability to build collaborative working relationships across departments.
3.

Ability to independently manage multiple priorities.
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Ability to interpret contracts, insurance requirements, and company policies.
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Ability to present audit findings and recommendations professionally.
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Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Construction Management, or a related field required.
7.

CPA or actively pursuing CPA certification preferred.
8.

Equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience may be considered.
9.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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