Internal Auditor
Internal Auditor
Memphis, TN
The Internal Auditor reports to the Internal Audit Manager and performs professional internal auditing work including leading operational audits, and conducting financial and compliance audits to ensure integrity and compliance. Provides coaching and consulting to internal customers. Contributes to the development of the annual audit plan and will perform a key role in the execution of that plan. Maintains all organizational and professional ethical standards and works under limited supervision with moderate latitude for initiative and independent judgment.
The successful candidate will embody and work to reinforce MAA’s Core Values. Those values include:
• Appreciating the uniqueness of each individual
• Communicating openly and with integrity
• Embracing opportunities
• Doing the right thing at the right time for the right reasons
Duties and Responsibilities
• Performs and documents internal audit procedures including property site audits, preparation of narratives, process workflow charts, and control matrices.
• Executes internal control testing in support of the Sarbanes-Oxley compliance program.
• Leads all aspects of property site audits by coordinating pre-audit data preparation and review, and site compliance testing.
• Prepares final audit reports for review by Internal Audit Management.
• Documents test results in accordance with work paper guidelines, analyzes results, and details issues along with recommended solutions.
• Communicates test findings to senior management and leads discussions of audit deficiencies; documents responses and provides guidance for resolutions with limited management guidance.
• Fulfills audit request from external auditors as needed.
• Provides training and coaching to MAA management and staff as a trusted advisor for compliance testing and internal controls.
• Works towards achievement of CPA, CIA, or CISA certification/license.
• Pursues professional development opportunities to remain current with internal audit practices, tools, and regulations.
• Coordinates work and communicates results of ad hoc audits and consulting projects verbally or via written reports to all levels of management.
• Provides guidance and training to less experienced team members.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field and three (3) or more years of professional audit experience, or an equivalent combination of related experience, education and certifications/licenses required. CIA, CPA, or CISA certification/license may substitute for part of the experience requirements
Preferred Qualifications
• Master’s degree in a related field preferred
• CIA, CPA, or CISA certification/license strongly preferred
• Experience with data analytics tools such as ACL preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Knowledge and skill in applying internal auditing and accounting principles and practices, as well as management principles and preferred business practices
• Knowledge of the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and the Code of Ethics developed by The Institute of Internal Auditors
• Skill in applying Sarbanes Oxley 404 terminology, concepts, and practices
• Skill at collecting and analyzing complex data, and evaluating information and systems
• Skill in negotiating issues and resolving problems with limited supervision
• Skill and ability to clearly and concisely communicate verbally and in writing, including active listening skills and technical accuracy
• Skill in presenting findings and recommendations to senior management
• Skill in establishing and maintaining collaborative working relationships with internal and external contacts
• Skill at working independently or as part of a team on simultaneous projects or initiatives and meeting deadlines
• Skill at managing projects, organizing, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines while responding to changing demands from multiple sources in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
• Ability to travel 10%-15%
MAA recognizes that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and outstanding advancement opportunities. We offer a comprehensive benefits package* including, but not limited to, the following:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holiday Pay
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Adoption Reimbursement
- Apartment Discount
- Opportunities for promotion and internal career advancement
*Eligibility for benefit plans and programs vary based on hours worked and length of employment.
We are committed to providing service excellence and value to those who depend on us at MAA. Our people-first approach has been transforming properties into communities and apartments into homes for over 25 years. As the largest owner-operator of multifamily apartments in the United States – we are established leaders in the real estate space – bringing tremendous opportunities to those looking to build their careers. We invite you to explore our Brighter View and find your place at MAA!
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