Internal Auditor II - Merchants Distributors, LLC

Conducts retail store audits to verify adherence to operating policies and procedures, and to ensure the accuracy of financial records.  Conducts financial, operational, and compliance audits at all Alex Lee companies.  Performs corporate audits when requested by the Corporate Internal Audit Director.

· Conducts store audits and submits findings to the Corporate Internal Audit Manager for final review.

· Conducts financial and operational audits for compliance with company policies and applicable governmental regulations.

· Reports audit results to management and makes recommendations for improvement based on findings.

· Consults with management on efficiency and effectiveness of existing internal controls

· Assists management in educating employees and improving awareness of internal control issues.

· Completes data analysis spreadsheets and reports for various audits.

· Education Required: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business Management, or Information Systems.

· Experience: 2-5 years of experience in Audit, Accounting/Finance, or Business Management. Knowledge of the retail or supermarket industry is a plus.

· Should possess strong analytical, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

· Can work independently with little direct supervision and should be a self-starter who can learn quickly.

· Should be proficient in Microsoft Office software including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of other business intelligence tools such as Power BI is a plus.

· A valid Driver’s license is required and must be able to travel approximately 70% of the work week to NC, SC, and GA.