J&J Snack Foods

Manufactures nutritional snacks and frozen beverages

Internal Auditor

Internal Audit & ControlsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeMt Laurel Township, NJ, USA$75k - $90k

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or management information systems is required.
At least 18 months of experience in public accounting or internal audit is required; manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.
Knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, and Institute of Internal Auditors Professional Standards is required.
Demonstrated experience executing audits and evaluating risk and controls within a complex operating environment is required.
The preferred certifications are Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, or Certified Information Systems Auditor.
The candidate must be able to work independently with little oversight when needed.
The candidate must be able to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
Strong analytical, time management, organizational, and presentation skills are required.
The candidate must be willing to travel 15–20%, including visits to U.S. plants and regular visits to the Nashville office.

Responsibilities

Participate in the annual risk assessment and assist in preparing the annual audit plan based on the evaluation of risk.
Participate in scoping individual audits and research relevant topics as needed, including accounting, compliance, general manufacturing, and information technology security.
Assist the Manager of Internal Audit in all audit phases, including planning, fieldwork, and closing activities.
Draft audit observations and recommendations and communicate draft observations and recommendations to auditees.
Follow up on management action plans, including assessing the adequacy of evidence submitted for observation closure.
Perform annual detailed Sarbanes-Oxley testing and recommend ways for the business to strengthen its control environment.
Develop and maintain business relationships with appropriate levels of management across the business to stay informed about changes in business activities and objectives.
Seek relevant classes and training to maintain or expand professional skills and licenses.
Research and help implement tools and technologies, such as artificial intelligence, to improve the Internal Audit Department’s efficiency and effectiveness.

Desired Qualifications

Manufacturing-environment experience is preferred but not required.

As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years, J&J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin’ Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI’S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to “Fun Served Here”.

POSITION SUMMARY: J&J Snack Foods Corp. is currently looking to hire an audit professional to join our Internal Audit team as an Internal Auditor. The Internal Auditor will report to the Manager Internal Audit and will be based out of J&J Snack Foods’ Mount Laurel, NJ office.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Participate in performing the annual risk assessment. Based on the evaluation of risk, assist in preparing the annual audit plan
Participate in the scoping of individual audits, including performing research on
relevant audit topics as needed (e.g., Accounting, Compliance, General Manufacturing, IT Security)
Assist the Manager Internal Audit perform all phases of an audit, including planning, fieldwork, and closing activities. Closing activities include drafting audit observations and
recommendations, as well as communicating the draft audit observations and recommendations to auditees
Perform follow-up of management's action plans, including assessing the
adequacy of evidence submitted for observation closure
Perform annual detailed SOX testing, including providing recommendations to the business on how they can strengthen the control environment
Develop and maintain business relationships with appropriate levels of management across the business to ensure that Internal Audit is aware of changes in business activities and objectives
Seek out relevant classes and training to maintain/expand professional skills
and licenses
Research/help implement tools and technologies (e.g., AI) to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of work performed by the Internal Audit Department

COMPETENCIES:

To perform this job successfully, the Internal Auditor must be self-motivated, able to problem solve, detail-oriented, and able to stay on task. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Ability to work independently, when needed, with little oversight
Strong leadership skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate in a team environment
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong analytical, time management, organizational and presentation skills

CERTIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS:

Preferred Certifications: CPA, CIA, or CISA
Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or management information systems
Required Experience: Minimum 18 months in public accounting or internal audit, preferably in a manufacturing environment, but not required
Required Skills:
- Must have knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SOX, and IIA Professional Standards
- Demonstrated experience executing audits and evaluating risk and controls within a complex operating environment

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 15-20% (Travel to plants within the US, as well as regular visits to Nashville, TN office)

US Salary Pay Range

$75,000—$90,000 USD

Disclaimer: This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement: J&J Snack Foods Corp.is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against, and treatment of, employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, alienage, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability or veteran's status, sex offenses, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking and unemployment status.

US Salary Pay Range 75000 - 90000 USD

About the Company

J&J Snack Foods

Manufactures nutritional snacks and frozen beverages

J&J Snack Foods Corp. makes and distributes nutritional snack foods and frozen beverages across the United States. Its products reach a wide range of customers, including food service providers, retail supermarkets, convenience stores, quick-service restaurants, malls, hotels, college campuses, and fast-casual dining locations. The company uses a dual business model that combines selling its own branded snacks with contract manufacturing to meet specific customer needs, whether sweet or savory. Revenue comes from both branded product sales and custom-manufactured goods, with more than $1 billion in annual sales and a long track record of growth. The company employs over 4,200 people. Its goal is to expand its portfolio of well-known brands and maintain a strong, diversified presence in multiple consumer markets by delivering tailored snack solutions through direct sales and contract manufacturing.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Mt Laurel Township, NJ
Founded: 1971

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