Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Support the internal controls program (SOX) by testing, documenting, and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of key controls.
- Perform audit procedures in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards and Internal Audit methodologies.
- Analyze financial statements, accounting records, system outputs, and operational data.
- Evaluate internal control environments and assess risk exposure across financial, operational, and IT processes.
- Contribute to audit planning, risk assessments, and development of audit programs.
- Prepare audit workpapers documenting procedures, evidence, and conclusions.
- Identify control deficiencies and assist with remediation recommendations.
- Participate in advisory and assurance engagements and support management communications.
- Draft sections of audit reports and track follow-up actions.
- Support special projects and ad hoc assignments.
- Maintain awareness of evolving accounting, audit, and IT standards.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
Minimum Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field.
- 0-2 years of relevant experience, including internships or part-time roles.
- Academic preparation demonstrating advanced knowledge of accounting, financial reporting, auditing, and/or IT practices.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Progress toward professional certification such as: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors
- Standard office environment with prolonged periods of sitting and computer use.
- Ability to communicate effectively and perform repetitive tasks.
- Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings.
- May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another.
- May need to access files, supplies and equipment.
- Work activity is in an office, open-partitioned, cubicle environment.
Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.