Internal Auditor at First American in Santa Ana, California

Job Description:

COMPANY SUMMARY

Join our team! As a global leader in providing title insurance, settlement services and risk solutions for real estate transactions, First American (NYSE: FAF) is an ideal place to build your career. We have been entrusted with helping our customers achieve and protect their dream of homeownership since 1889. We believe that our people are the key to the company s continued success, and we invest in diverse talents and backgrounds and empower our teams to achieve more than they could anywhere else. First American has created an award-winning culture and has been named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list for the fifth consecutive year and to more than 50 regional Best Places to Work lists. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com

JOB SUMMARY

How would you like to work for one of Fortune s top 100 Best Places to Work in 2019? At First American, we believe in People First and it shows in the passion and energy of our employees. We are looking for a detail-oriented Internal Auditor to support our organization!

As an Internal Auditor, you are responsible for conducting and leading internal audits, SOX audits, due diligence, fraud investigations and special projects. Provides insights, risk management and technology expertise in the Internal Audit group.

Responsibilities

* Assists in preparing, planning, conducting complex audits in accordance with developed Internal Audit framework and industry standards (i.e., Institute of Internal Auditors) as well as provides suggestions to enhance the internal audit process

* Identify/ research issues with supported analysis, propose solutions

* Prepare clear documentation supporting audit work performed and conclusions reached as well as ensure workpapers comply with internal audit standards

* Assists with special projects including process improvement initiatives

* Contribute to/ prepare initial draft of audit reports

* Prepare meaningful audit recommendations for the operation being audited

* Incorporate data analysis in workpaper evidence and final reports

* Participate in testing of remediation of observations noted within audit reports

Requirements

* Knowledge of operational auditing, business process improvement, or re- engineering experience or knowledge

* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to articulate briefly and concisely

* Strong analytical, audit, and investigative skills

* Proficiency with data analytics tools (Tableau, etc.) and developing/executing SQL queries is a plus

* Understanding of basic programming concepts, experience creating Excel macros or Visual Basic scripts is a plus

* BA/BS in accounting, business administration, computer science, criminal justice or a related field

* Working knowledge of automated workpapers (e.g., Audit Board) and knowledge of ERP

* 2-4 years of experience in auditing, accounting; knowledge and expertise in financial services industry, preferably in insurance, banking, real estate mortgage services are preferred

* CPA, CA, CIA, CISA and/or CFE is a plus

* Available for international as well as local travel up to approximately 25%.

First American invests in its employees' development and well-being, empowers them to provide superior customer service and encourages them to serve the communities where they live and work. First American is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer. For more information about our Company and our dedication to putting People First, check out firstam.com/careers..