State: VA
City: Arlington
Zip Code: 22203
Overview
AvalonBay Communities, Inc., an equity REIT, has a long-term track record of developing, redeveloping, acquiring and managing distinctive apartment homes in some of the best U.S. markets, and delivering outsized, risk-adjusted returns to shareholders. With equal parts experience and vision, we’ve established a leadership position rooted in our purpose of creating a better way to live and that is always focused on building value for the long term.
Creating a better way to live is the purpose that binds AvalonBay associates. We take that purpose seriously and expect you will as well. By focusing on collaboration, innovation, and taking ownership of our choices and actions, we act in ways that focus on creating value for our customers, investors and associates. Your positive, professional, and consistent personal interactions make AvalonBay a great place to work.
The Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Internal Auditor/Internal Auditor to support and assist Internal Audit (IA) leadership and team members across a wide range of audit activities. This role will encompass all responsibilities of the AVB IA team, with a primary focus on IT, accounting, financial controls, and oversight of capitalized spending, including construction, development, and capital expenditures. Other areas of high focus will likely include Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and various operational matters. This will include opportunities to travel to on-site locations throughout the U.S.
The ideal candidate is a strong team player, collaborative, highly flexible, possesses an analytical mindset, welcomes and is very good at problem solving, and approaches their work in forward thinking and proactive manner. They should be eager to learn, very adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Current Key Responsibilities:
Assist in the development and execution of audit programs, internal control assessments, and process improvements.
Supports Sarbanes-Oxley compliance efforts and the IT general control environment.
Analyses spend and perform audits across construction, development, capital expenditures, property operations, and corporate functions.
Conduct financial transaction and activity analysis, risk assessments, and issue resolution.
Research and stay current on emerging audit technologies and best practices.
Collaborate with business and IT teams to improve internal controls and risk management frameworks.
Develops, grows and enhances lop stakeholder relationships, promoting awareness of internal controls and compliance standards.
Education & Certifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or Information Systems.
Preferred but not required: CPA, CIA, CFE, CISA, CISSP, CCP, CCA certifications.
Experience:
2-3 years of relevant internal audit, accounting, or risk management experience.
Familiarity with Workday (GL, HR, Payroll, Procurement) and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance is preferred.
Understanding of IIA and PCAOB standards, COSO framework, and data analytics tools is a plus.
Knowledge of construction, development, capital expenditures, and IT control environments is a plus.
Skills & Abilities:
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Effective written and verbal communication abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio).
Ability to multi-task, work independently, and manage time efficiently.
High level of professionalism, integrity, and business acumen.
Enthusiasm for learning new technologies, data analytics, and AI-driven audit tools.
Work Environment & Travel:
Position is based in Arlington, VA
Willingness and ability to travel approximately 30% of the time.
How AvalonBay Supports You
We know that our teams are the beating heart of our success and we’re committed to showing our appreciation.
We offer:
Comprehensive benefits — health, dental and vision, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and holidays, tuition reimbursement, an employee stock purchase plan and more. Click on Benefits (https://jobs.avalonbay.com/benefits) for information.
Growth based on achievement and promotion from within.
Associate recognition (a company-wide recognition program that celebrates associate efforts and successes in contributing to the overall success of the organization – including destination awards, ‘AvalonBay’s Very Best’ recognition program and others!).
A 20% discount on our incredible apartment homes.
A culture built on purpose and our core values - A Commitment to Integrity, A Spirit of Caring, and A Focus on Continuous Improvement.
Additional Info
AvalonBay is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We believe that in order to achieve our purpose of creating a better way to live, we must recruit, develop and retain associates with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives and create an environment that encourages all voices to be heard, understood and appreciated. With this we know we can do great things.
AvalonBay makes employment decisions without regard to a person’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including characteristics or testing), citizenship status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by the law.
For California residents, if you elect to apply to AvalonBay you accept the AvalonBay California Personnel Privacy Notice (https://www.avaloncommunities.com/california-personnel-privacy-notice/)
Job ID JR104038