CPA, CIA, or actively pursuing one of these certifications
2+ years of public accounting or 3+ years of internal audit experience
2+ years of SOX compliance experience
Experience testing internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships at all levels
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Senior Manager, Internal Audit, to support the annual SOX compliance program
Assist with managing and facilitating the timely remediation of identified control deficiencies
Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with external auditors
Participate in the planning and execution of operational audits and advisory projects
Assist in maintaining Optro (AuditBoard), the SOX automation tool
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision
Eligible for benefits first day of the month following date of hire
401K with company match
3 weeks of vacation which increases to 4 weeks starting in your 5th year
5 days of sick time per year
Tuition Reimbursement of $2,500 for qualified programs
Adoption Assistance Benefit of $2,500
25%-35% discount when dining as a guest
Reusable gift card loaded annually for your dining enjoyment
Full Job Description
Compensation Range
$110,000 - $120,000 / Year
Position Overview:
As our Senior Internal Auditor, you'll be at the center of strengthening The Cheesecake Factory's internal control environment and supporting our SOX compliance program. Based in our Calabasas Hills Support Center and reporting to the Senior Manager, Internal Audit, you'll execute SOX testing, collaborate with process owners, evaluate internal controls, and help keep critical compliance activities moving forward.
Your impact will extend beyond SOX. You'll participate in operational audits and advisory projects, conduct risk and control assessments, and identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiencies, and controls across Corporate, Fox Restaurant Concepts, and Bakery operations. You'll also partner with teams across the business, building strong relationships that help facilitate audit activities and drive successful outcomes.
You'll thrive in this position if you're:
A Skilled Project Manager: You're highly organized and know how to keep multiple priorities moving. You'll coordinate with process owners across the organization and help drive SOX testing and compliance activities to timely completion without sacrificing attention to detail or quality.
A Critical Thinker: You know how to dig into the details, evaluate risk, analyze complex information, and use sound judgment to uncover control gaps, process improvement opportunities, and practical solutions.
A Strong Communicator and Relationship Builder: You communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing. Just as importantly, you know how to build strong partnerships that make it easier to share information, resolve issues, and move audit and SOX activities forward.
Adaptable and Eager to Learn: SOX may be a major focus, but you're excited to broaden your experience. You'll have opportunities to contribute to operational audits and advisory projects that give you exposure to different areas of the business.
Here's more of what you'll get to do:
Collaborate with the Senior Manager, Internal Audit, to support the annual SOX compliance program, including walkthroughs and control testing to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting.
Assist with managing, tracking, and facilitating the timely remediation of identified control deficiencies.
Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with external auditors, including coordinating walkthroughs, aligning on testing timelines, and providing auditors with direct support in key areas.
Participate in the planning and execution of operational audits and advisory projects as audit priorities permit, providing opportunities to gain broader exposure to the company's operations and risks.
Assist the Internal Audit Manager in maintaining Optro (AuditBoard), the SOX automation tool, including updating controls, PBCs, and narratives and issuing quarterly SOX self-certifications.
What we require:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
CPA, CIA or actively pursuing one of these professional certifications.
2+ years of public accounting or 3+ years of internal audit experience
2+ years of SOX compliance experience.
Experience testing internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) and supporting SOX compliance activities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
The ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships at all levels.
What we prefer:
Public audit experience at a Big 4 or large or medium-size regional firm
Experience supporting SOX compliance programs for a public company
Experience using Optro (AuditBoard) or similar SOX/audit management software
What we offer:
Medical, Dental & Vision
Eligible for benefits first day of the month following date of hire
401K with company match
3 weeks of vacation which increases to 4 weeks starting in your 5th year
5 days of sick time per year (first year prorated)
Tuition Reimbursement of $2,500 for qualified programs
Adoption Assistance Benefit of $2,500
25%-35% discount when dining as a guest
Reusable gift card loaded annually for your dining enjoyment
About The Cheesecake Factory
The Cheesecake Factory is a restaurant company headquartered in Calabasas Hills, California. It was founded in 1972 by Evelyn Overton and has since grown to operate more than 200 restaurants in the United States and abroad. The company's restaurants offer a variety of menu items, including appetizers, entrees, and desserts, with a focus on cheesecake. The Cheesecake Factory is known for its large portions and extensive menu. The company is publicly traded on the NASDAQ stock exchange under the ticker symbol CAKE.
