INTERNAL AUDITOR

Guess Europe Sagl Bioggio Switzerland Other
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Company Description

In 1981, GUESS sold its very first pair of jeans to Bloomingdale's department store. Since then, GUESS has grown, becoming one of today's most recognized and influential apparel brands in the world. The continued dedication and commitment of our employees is the driving force of GUESS. Our talented professionals focus on leading the company with their vision of success. Join the team at GUESS Europe and bring your vision to life. GUESS Europe is seeking eager, passionate individuals to uphold our commitment to the spirit of the GUESS family of brands including GUESS, Marciano, GUESS Factory.

Position

PURPOSE OF THE JOB


Reporting directly to the Internal Audit Manager, the Internal Auditor will perform complex level professional internal auditing work, involving conducting financial, compliance, fraud, IT and operational audit projects and providing consulting services to the organization’s staff.
The role will also ensure and maintain all organizational and professional ethical standards.


CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES


  • Under the general supervision of the senior auditors, participate in a team performing financial, compliance, fraud, IT and operational audits for Guess Group subsidiaries
  • Prepare and execute internal assessment of company operations and processes to ensure compliance with policies, plans, procedures, laws and regulations, in accordance with International Professional Practices Framework and Standards of Internal Audit
  • Prepare and update the value of the company’s Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Act, increasing effectiveness and efficiencies within the processes and controls
  • Perform audit procedures, including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing and analyzing evidences, and document internal client processes and procedures
  • Conduct interviews, review documents, develop and administer surveys, composing summary memos, and preparing working papers
  • Identify, develop and document audit issues and recommendations using Internal Audit independent judgment concerning areas being reviewed
  • Perform related work as assigned by audit management

Requirements

  • University degree from an accredited institution (3+2 years only), and 2/3 years of full-time experience in auditing, accounting or business analysis
  • A second certification (CIA, CISA, CPA) may substitute for one year of required experience (for a maximum substitution of 1 year)
  • Basic knowledge of and skill in applying internal auditing and accounting principles and practices, and management principles and preferred business practices
  • Knowledge of the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and the Code of Ethics developed by The Institute of Internal Auditors
  • Basic knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS and reporting requirements for public companies, including Sarbanes Oxley (SOX)
  • Knowledge for advanced use of common computer applications (e.g. Microsoft Office package) tools, JDE, STEALTH and audit software (ACL) is desirable
  • Familiarity with US GAAP, IFRS and reporting requirements for publicly traded entity
  • Experience in commercial trading, industry auditing and accounting
  • Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with co-workers, staff and external contacts and to work effectively in a professional team environment
  • Knowledge of management information systems terminology, concepts, and practices
  • Skill in collecting and analyzing complex data, evaluating information and systems, and drawing logical conclusions
  • Skill in using a computer with word processing, spreadsheet, and other business software to prepare reports, memos, summaries, and analyses
  • Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with co-workers, staff and external contacts, and to work effectively in a professional team environment
  • Availability to travel approximately 20/30%
  • Fluency in Italian and English and preferably the ability to work in other languages, ideally German, French, Spanish