Internal Control Auditor

Job Description

Retail Accountant | Cyperus Group LLC

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Cyperus Group LLC, located in New York City. Cyperus Group is an international retail apparel company that relies on its Internal Control team to ensure operational integrity and financial accuracy across its global operations. This role is crucial in upholding the company’s commitment to minimizing risks, protecting valuable assets, and maintaining high standards of record-keeping and operational efficiency. By supporting adherence to company policies, rules, and local regulations, this position directly contributes to the robust health and compliance of the organization.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, New York City Metropolitan Area

• Team: Internal Control
• Mission: To safeguard company assets, ensure precise financial records, and enhance operational effectiveness by supporting internal controls and regulatory adherence within an international retail apparel environment.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Conduct Reviews: Perform consistent operational and analytical reviews, diligently following up with all relevant internal and external parties to ensure accountability and resolution.
• Assist Audits: Provide direct support during comprehensive audits of various operating processes, including product lines, services, methodologies, and existing systems, across all company locations: boutiques, the corporate office, and the distribution center.
• Prepare Audit Documentation: Independently prepare complete audit packages and all necessary documentation, meticulously handling detailed pre-audit preparations, conducting thorough on-site evaluations, and coordinating post-audit follow-up actions.
• Generate Reports: Produce insightful reports by effectively utilizing existing company systems to accurately assess and determine the control level within individual retail stores.
• Track Recommendations: Monitor and follow up on the progress of previous reviews and audits, actively ensuring that all recommended corrective actions and improvements are fully implemented by the respective teams.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Foundational understanding of accounting principles, internal control methodologies, and audit practices within a retail or apparel industry setting.
• Experience: Demonstrated capability in conducting operational and analytical reviews, assisting in comprehensive audit processes, and independently preparing detailed audit documentation and reports.
• Skills: Strong analytical aptitude for assessing control levels, meticulous organizational skills for audit preparation and follow-up, and a solid grasp of compliance with company policies and local laws.