Internal Auditor

Columbus McKinnon

Internal Auditor evaluating controls and SOX compliance for Columbus McKinnon, a manufacturer of intelligent motion solutions. Supporting audits, risk assessments, reporting, and external auditor reviews across global divisions.

Posted 8/15/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $66,600 - $93,250 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in audit procedures, internal control testing, and regulatory compliance, with strong analytical skills to identify control weaknesses and improve efficiency. Proficient in presenting findings and collaborating with management to uphold corporate governance and policy documentation.

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Audit ProceduresInternal Control TestingRegulatory ComplianceCPA CertificationSAP Experience

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Hard Skills

AccountingFinancial AnalysisData CollectionMathematical OperationsReport Writing

Soft Skills

Professional JudgmentCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingConfidentiality

Tools & Technologies

Word Processing SoftwareSpreadsheet SoftwareDatabase Extraction Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACIACISACFE

Industry Keywords

SOX ComplianceCorporate GovernanceAudit FindingsControl WeaknessesBusiness Risks

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist the Senior Auditor in developing audit scope and selecting appropriate audit procedures
Independently plan and execute audit and internal control testing procedures
Present audit findings and information to peers, management, and executive management
Exercise professional judgment, independence, objectivity, and confidentiality during audits
Collaborate with management to maintain SOX, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and company policy documentation
Provide technical expertise and guidance on policies, control issues, and business risks
Identify and communicate control weaknesses, accounting/reporting deficiencies, and productivity and efficiency opportunities
Assist external auditors in reviewing and assessing the company’s financial position
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from a four-year college or university with a concentration in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred
Other degrees considered when combined with an MBA or relevant Accounting or Finance experience
1+ year of work experience in accounting or internal audit preferred
Must possess or be willing to obtain CPA and/or applicable certifications such as CIA, CISA, or CFE
Ability to interact clearly and comfortably with personnel at all levels
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the public
Ability to apply mathematical operations including frequency distribution, test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to interpret technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and handle abstract and concrete variables
Working knowledge of word processing software, spreadsheet software, and database extraction and analysis tools
Experience with SAP preferred
Willingness to travel 10%–20% domestically and internationally, occasionally on weekends

Benefits

Comp & perks

Candidate for advancement to other roles of responsibility within the organization
Opportunity to learn about the Company, its business, and internal policies and procedures
Columbus McKinnon promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce
Equal Opportunity Employer
Drug Free Workplace