Internal Auditor #1052-05rr (1052-05rr)

Description


Safeway Inc. is one of the largest food and drug retailers in North America. Take advantage of the opportunity to be a part of our newly developing Internal Audit Group. We are in 'start-up mode' with the mission of building a World Class Internal Audit Organization. We offer exciting opportunities for someone who would like to grow with us. We offer opportunities to develop skills as it relates to the specific job duties including leadership and supervisory skills. We pride ourselves on strengthening our workforce and giving our employees the opportunity for advancement.
The Retail Operations Group of the Internal Audit Department, located across various divisions, has multiple openings for an Internal Auditor. We have 2 opening in Seattle, WA and 1 in Denver, CO.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Planning ? Assist Auditor In-Charge in planning activities, including identification of areas of highest risk and development of audit/project objectives.
Testing ? Participate in preparing audit programs based upon the defined objectives. Execute audit procedures. Document procedures performed and results obtained in accordance with Internal Audit workpaper standards. Assist in review of audit workpapers prepared by Associate level auditors.
Reporting ? Identify and prioritize potential exceptions, exposures and opportunities for improvement of controls/procedures for Audit management review. Participate in meetings with client management to discuss audit/project results. Work with client management and staff to obtain concurrence on issues and recommendations.
Increase and maintain technical knowledge and audit skills to perform and review, in some cases, the audit activities assigned.
Enhance skills in time management through participation on multiple projects.
Participate on special projects as assigned.
Local and out-of-town travel required; approximately 50 ? 70%.


 Required Skills


Qualifications: The following are required:
4-year college degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field or equivalent work experience (5 years minimum).
Two or more years professional experience in Internal Audit or related field.
Strong PC literacy (Microsoft Word and Excel, email).
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Excellent analytical and organizational skills.