Internal Audit Senior
Black Stone Minerals, L.P., Houston, TX, United States
Internal Audit Senior
The Internal Audit Senior position at Black Stone is responsible for supporting the Director, Internal Audit in executing the BSM's risk-based audit plan, focusing on evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, business processes, and systems that impact financial, operational, and compliance objectives. Working under the direction of the Director, Internal Audit, this role requires an ability to work independently and collaboratively while maintaining daily workload and demonstrating flexibility in hours as needed to meet team objectives and deadlines. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a newly established Internal Audit function, where you will have the chance to contribute from the ground up and gain hands-on experience with SOX audit from planning through conclusion.
In This Role, You Will
Lead and execute audit walkthroughs, testing of internal controls over financial reporting in accordance with the requirements of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), reporting to the Director, Internal Audit
Evaluate and test both business process controls and ITGCs to ensure design and operating effectiveness
Learn and use Optro (formerly AuditBoard) for audit documentation and reporting
Prepare audit working papers summarizing testing and findings
Proactively interact with all levels of management to gather information, resolve problems, and make practical recommendations for process and control improvements
Understand BSM's operations, goals, and associated risks
Support the annual SOX scoping, risk assessment, and planning processes
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of IIA professional auditing standards, the COSO framework, SOX requirements, and best practices in audit procedures and techniques
Other duties and special projects as assigned
What We Require
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance or Management Information Systems
CPA, CISA, or CIA required (or actively pursuing one of these certifications)
Experience in the oil & gas industry preferred
At least three years of experience in auditing or related work
Proven experience in performing and documenting audit procedures with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail to ensure the reliability of results
Solid interpersonal communication skills and the ability to build relationships in a small team environment as well as with external parties
Strong analytical skills and ability to problem solve and develop alternative solutions
Able to work independently within established audit plans and timelines, with appropriate communication and supervision
The Internal Audit Senior position at Black Stone is responsible for supporting the Director, Internal Audit in executing the BSM's risk-based audit plan, focusing on evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, business processes, and systems that impact financial, operational, and compliance objectives. Working under the direction of the Director, Internal Audit, this role requires an ability to work independently and collaboratively while maintaining daily workload and demonstrating flexibility in hours as needed to meet team objectives and deadlines. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a newly established Internal Audit function, where you will have the chance to contribute from the ground up and gain hands-on experience with SOX audit from planning through conclusion.
In This Role, You Will
Lead and execute audit walkthroughs, testing of internal controls over financial reporting in accordance with the requirements of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), reporting to the Director, Internal Audit
Evaluate and test both business process controls and ITGCs to ensure design and operating effectiveness
Learn and use Optro (formerly AuditBoard) for audit documentation and reporting
Prepare audit working papers summarizing testing and findings
Proactively interact with all levels of management to gather information, resolve problems, and make practical recommendations for process and control improvements
Understand BSM's operations, goals, and associated risks
Support the annual SOX scoping, risk assessment, and planning processes
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of IIA professional auditing standards, the COSO framework, SOX requirements, and best practices in audit procedures and techniques
Other duties and special projects as assigned
What We Require
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance or Management Information Systems
CPA, CISA, or CIA required (or actively pursuing one of these certifications)
Experience in the oil & gas industry preferred
At least three years of experience in auditing or related work
Proven experience in performing and documenting audit procedures with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail to ensure the reliability of results
Solid interpersonal communication skills and the ability to build relationships in a small team environment as well as with external parties
Strong analytical skills and ability to problem solve and develop alternative solutions
Able to work independently within established audit plans and timelines, with appropriate communication and supervision