Auditor

About KB Home

KB Home is one of the largest and most recognized homebuilders in the United States and has built over 650,000 quality homes in our more than 60-year history. Today, KB Home operates in 45 markets from coast to coast. What sets KB Home apart is the exceptional personalization we offer our homebuyers from those buying their first home to experienced buyers allowing them to make their home uniquely their own, at a price that fits their budget. As the leader in energy-efficient homebuilding, KB Home was the first builder to make every home it builds ENERGY STAR� certified, a standard of energy performance achieved by fewer than 10% of new homes in America, and has built more ENERGY STAR certified homes than any other builder. An energy-efficient KB home helps lower the cost of ownership and is designed to be healthier, more comfortable and better for the environment than new homes without certification. We build strong, personal relationships with our customers so they have a real partner in the homebuying process. As a result, we have the distinction of being the #1 customer-ranked national homebuilder in third-party buyer satisfaction surveys. Build your career with KB Home. Learn more.

JOB SUMMARY: The (Sr.) Internal Auditor is responsible for conducting audits of financial and operational processes, identifying risks, evaluating internal controls, and ensuring compliance with Company policies and procedures. The role collaborates with various departments to assess the effectiveness of internal controls and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and mitigate risks. The position plays a critical role in assessing and improving the effectiveness of the Company's organizational risk management, internal controls, and governance processes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Internal Auditing

• Perform audit planning procedures in accordance with professional standards.
• Develop a thorough understanding of the Company's operations.
• Conduct internal audits of financial, operational, and compliance processes.
• Assist in development of audit scopes and detailed audit programs.
• Perform audit activities and assure assigned audit work is completed on time and within budget.
• Evaluate audit findings and develop recommendations for process, policy and internal control improvements.
• Prepare detailed audit reports with clear, concise findings and recommendations.
• Conduct Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 internal control activities.
• Assist in the performance of reviews and risk assessments in various audit areas.
• Assist in the completion of external audit fieldwork.
• Perform all of the above activities in a manner that will reflect the highest standards of professional skills and conduct.

Ad Hoc Support

• Participate in special projects, as requested.
• Keep up to date with company policies and procedures, current developments in accounting and auditing industries and professions, and changes in local, state, and federal laws, as applicable.
• Stay updated on industry regulations, trends, and best practices to ensure the audit process remains current and effective.

Sr.-level Responsibilities

• Review the work performed by other internal audit personnel, including co-sourcing resources.
• Lead audit team in performing audits and assure assigned audit work is completed on time and within budget.
• Develop a mutually effective audit work schedule with division management, explaining audit exceptions and providing recommendations.
• Prepare and present the results of audit work and recommendations to management in the form of oral and written communications (presentations and audit reports).
• Lead special audit projects and conduct more complex operational audits, as required.
• Mentor and provide guidance to Auditors, as needed.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education/Certifications/Licenses

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required
• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or other related discipline is a plus
• CPA or CIA designation preferred but not required (or documented progress towards designation preferred)
• For Sr. level role: CISA, CISSP, CITP, CGEIT, CFE or other similar certification preferred but not required

Experience

• 1-2 years of public accounting or private industry auditing experience

• For Sr. level role:

• 3+ years of public account or private industry auditing experience

• In-depth knowledge of IIA International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal

• Auditing, COSO framework and risk assessment practices

• Experience with HomebuilderONE or within residential homebuilding is a plus

• Experience with residential homebuilding is preferred

• Exposure to Continuous Controls Monitoring and Assurance activities a plus

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency in MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills to manage multiple timelines and complete tasks quickly in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong attention to detail, especially when managing multiple concurrent tasks.
• Understanding of internal auditing standards and COSO internal control concepts.
• Understanding of Sarbanes Oxley and basic understanding of GAAP.
• Ability to work independently, with limited direction and guidance, but also work creatively and cooperatively in a team environment.
• Working knowledge of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and of the pronouncements of the PCAOB and the SEC, generally accepted accounting principles and technical aspects of accounting and financial reporting.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to build consensus and effect results.
• Ability to interface and clearly communicate with various management and administrative levels within the Company.
• Strong analytical ability with attention to detail.
• Commitment to professionalism and continual improvement.
• Sound judgment, high integrity and credibility required.

Work Requirements

• Conduct business in a professional and ethical manner to potential buyers, trade partners, and coworkers to reinforce goodwill and profitability for the company
• 25-30% domestic travel is required

Find out why KB Home is attracting and retaining the best employees! If you are interested and qualified, please apply now. KB Home provides above average compensation packages and earnings potential, full benefits, an outstanding 401K matching program, bonus plans and amazing promotional opportunities. KB Home is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse work team. Diversity is important to KB Home!

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