Senior Internal Auditor

Extra Space Storage is currently hiring for a Sr. Internal Auditor for our corporate offices in Salt Lake City, UT.  Reporting to the Director of Internal Audit, the Sr. Internal Auditor contributes to audit and business advisory engagements including Sarbanes-Oxley 404 Compliance (SOX) and operational audits.  Routine tasks in this role include documenting and evaluating internal controls and preparing internal-audit reports.   Successful candidates will be effective communicators with a strong understanding of financial accounting and data analysis.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Assist in the development and maintenance of internal-control documentation including flowcharts, narratives, and walkthroughs for SOX Compliance
• Test SOX and other relevant internal controls
• Collaborate with other internal audit team members to support company and team goals
• Assist in operational and compliance audits

Education and/or Experience: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university and 3-5 years of relevant Accounting or Auditing experience OR a Master’s Degree and 2-4 years of relevant Accounting or Auditing experience
• Solid Excel skills including experience with vlookups, filters, and data mining formulae
• Ability to work effectively and prioritize projects in a matrix environment
• Customer-service experience with a proven track record of anticipating customer needs and resolving customer complaints
• Intermediate to Advanced Accounting knowledge, including a working knowledge of consolidation accounting
• Able to research and comprehend emerging accounting issues
• Understanding of internal-control concepts relevant to SOX
• Strong verbal- and written-communication skills, to effectively present to peers and management
• Strong desire and ability to learn quickly and develop new skills in a dynamic environment
• Experience with SQL, ACL, or other data mining tools is helpful

We pride ourselves on hiring top talent and provide you the following benefits and more:

• Well defined career paths
• Qualify for Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits on Day 1
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending (FSA)
• Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short & Long Term Disability
• 401K with company match after 90 days of service
• Holiday pay and paid time off
• Extensive Wellness Program and various Employee Discount Programs
• Personal Health Advocate
• Free soda, coffee, and drinks all day every day and much, much more!