Internal Controls Auditor at Harbor Freight Tools: 100% Remote (WA, OR, CA, NV)

September 23, 2026

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Internal Controls Auditor (PST) - Remote

26677 Agoura Road

Calabasas

CA

The Corporate Internal Controls/ Process Improvement Auditor will be responsible for implementing, performing, and reporting on the adequacy of the Company’s system of internal controls over financial reporting (both Financial and IT Controls) and identify process improvement opportunities to risk mitigate the business.

Duties and Responsibilities

Perform Internal controls (Financial Controls and IT) Testing on a quarterly basis
Perform Operational Audits as needed per IA Risk Assessment
Support External Auditors with requests for the Annual Financial Audit
Identify opportunities with business units to standardize, simplify and improve processes to drive balanced risk management and risk mitigate process gaps
Assist with the overall risk assessment of internal control environment, current business practices/processes, identify and recommends solutions for strengthening internal controls
Develop and maintain cross-functional relationships in order to assess key business risks and exposure within the company
Assist with the implementation of necessary improvements to financial and IT policies/procedures and internal business controls to support the corporate priorities, business needs and compliance programs
Make recommendations for remediation of identified issues in a timely manner and revisit areas with previously defined deficiencies to assess results.
Work with operating management to ensure that remediation plans are appropriate, implemented in a timely manner, and yield desired results.
Structure and write audit reports and other related reports and issues in a timely manner.
Maintain concise, up-to-date records of audit plans, findings, work papers, reports and other supporting documentation for all related reviews performed.
Update control documentation (matrices, narratives, flowcharts, etc.) with operating management for financial and IT processes

Scope

Staff supervision and development: No
Decision making
Travel: Up to 5%
Flex Designation: Anywhere

The anticipated salary range for this position is $55,500– $83,300 depending on location, knowledge, skills, education and experience. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits to Associates (and their families) such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability. Eligible Associates are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Associates will accrue paid time off up to 236 hours per year (inclusive of PTO, floating holidays, and paid holidays). Paid sick time up to 80 hours per year unless otherwise required by law.

Requirements

Education and Experience

Education Requirements

4 year Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or finance required

Years of Experience

1-3 years of progressive internal audit and internal controls experience

Skills

CPA or CIA designation preferred.
Strong knowledge of internal controls, business processes, and COSO and IIA standards
Basic understanding of IT General Controls (ITGC) assessment, audit and testingStrong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to collaborate in a team and lead effectively in a cross-divisional environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products including, Visio and other statistical tools for data auditing
Excellent project management, organizing and planning skills
Ability and willingness to travel as needed
Proficiency to present complex business issues to all levels of management
Proven capability to evaluate and implement productivity improvements to drive cost savings
Demonstrated orientation to action in a flexible, fast-paced work environment

Physical Requirements
General office environment requiring ability to:

Stand, walk, sit for extended periods of time.
Speak and listen to others in person and over the phone and video conferencing.
Use keyboard and read from computer screen and reports.
The ability to lift up to 15 lbs.

Safety

Must be able to perform this job safely in accordance with standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices, without endangering the health or safety of self or others.

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