Auditor I - Internal Controls

About the role

Join CSX's Internal Audit department as an Auditor I supporting the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program. This role evaluates financial controls that affect external financial reporting and helps identify opportunities to improve business processes. Working within a collaborative audit team, you will document process walkthroughs, test control design and operating effectiveness, analyze exceptions, and develop evidence-based conclusions. You will partner with business and IT control owners, internal audit colleagues, and external auditors while building practical experience in financial compliance and internal controls. The position requires regular onsite attendance in Duval County, Florida, and does not require travel. Work hours may vary around business needs, financial reporting schedules, and audit deadlines, including occasional nonstandard workweeks.

What you'll do

• Research business processes, risks, controls, and applicable guidance before SOX walkthroughs and testing.
• Coordinate walkthroughs, prepare evidence requests, and document processes and supporting information.
• Execute control design and operating effectiveness tests and document evidence-based conclusions.
• Use Excel and analytics tools to analyze data, identify anomalies, and support efficient testing.
• Evaluate control exceptions and collaborate with business stakeholders, IT teams, and external auditors.
• Support improvements to SOX methodologies, procedures, and training materials.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, information systems, or a related field.
• At least one year of experience in audit, accounting, SOX compliance, technology risk, or a related area.
• Foundational knowledge of accounting, auditing, and internal controls, with willingness to learn relevant regulatory guidance.
• Strong communication, analytical, organizational, and audit documentation skills.
• Working proficiency in Microsoft 365, especially Excel, and ability to learn audit and analytics systems.
• Interest in CPA, CIA, or CISA certification; graduate education, Big Four experience, or CPA certification preferred.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities within internal audit and financial compliance.
• Exposure to a variety of business processes and financial controls.
• Collaborative work with audit professionals, business leaders, and IT stakeholders.
• Coaching and feedback to strengthen auditing and analytical skills.
• No travel required.