Internal Auditor I

GATX Corporation is an industry leader with over 125 years of success, offering a dynamic and collaborative environment. The Internal Auditor I will assist with planning and executing projects that support the Internal Audit Department's strategy, focusing on SOX compliance and internal control evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the organization’s compliance with the SOX requirements
• Testing internal controls over financial reporting, including assessing design and operational effectiveness of business process and information technology controls
• Performing walkthroughs of significant financial processes and control activities, examining records, reports, and documentation
• Prepare and organize SOX control audit documentation, including use of current templates, documentation structures and technology platforms (SOXHub)
• Proactively communicate with the Internal Audit team regarding status of assigned SOX areas and projects against deadlines
• Coordinating SOX testing activities with those of the external auditors
• Assist with the execution of internal audit projects, including evaluating the design and operational effectiveness of internal controls and testing compliance with laws and regulations across all business segments
• Performing audit procedures under the supervision and guidance of Internal Audit leadership, employing critical thinking, professional skepticism and appropriate testing methodologies
• Preparing internal audit documentation to support audit conclusions, including evaluation of root cause and recommendations
• Coordinating with audit stakeholders and audit team members regarding the status of audit projects
• Participate in a wide range of projects and consistently demonstrate creative thinking and individual initiative. Understand personal and team roles and proactively seek guidance, clarification and feedback
• Maintain internal control systems for the Internal Audit Department by updating audit programs and questionnaires, recommending new policies and procedures

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred, other business-related degrees considered
• Recent graduates or early-career professionals (1-2 years of experience) with prior internship experience or professional experience in internal audit, SOX control testing or accounting preferred
• Responsible and self-motivated with strong work ethic
• Excellent problem solving, research and analytical skills
• Effective communication and organization skills
• Detail oriented and ability to work in a highly productive team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel PowerPoint and Visio
• Ability to travel domestically and some international travel, approximately 3 to 4 trips per year
• Candidates actively pursuing CPA, CISA or CIA certifications preferred

Benefits

• Short-term incentive plan

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