Audit Specialist

Why GLS? Purpose: Access to affordable, reliable transportation is essential to leading productive work and personal lives, caring well for oneself, one’s family, and the needs of others. Through advanced analytics and technology, we can more accurately predict credit risk and provide more people with an affordable auto financing option for their next vehicle. That’s what GLS has done for over 10 years, helping more than half a million families meet and improve their transportation needs.  People: Join a culture of over 1,000 employees who Care Deeply and Think Boldly, driving innovation in an adaptive and positive culture that celebrates successes. We empower and reward individuals and teams who make direct, positive impacts to the business and each other, who take pride in their work and are ever-raising the bar.  Growth: Recognized by Inc 5000 as one of the fastest-growing private companies in America. Join GLS to grow with us! Benefits: GLS offers the below great benefits for your amazing work! o   Competitive base pay and performance bonuses, dependent on role o   Medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, supplemental insurance benefits, long-term and short-term disability o   401K with employer match and 100% immediate vesting o   Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid company holidays to help you balance work and personal life o   Paid Volunteer Time Off (VTO) Annually o   Tuition Reimbursement o   Parental Leave o   Business casual work environment ***This posting is to enter our campus recruiting and entry-level process for position offers being made for May 2026*** What does it mean to be an Audit Specialist at GLS? As an Audit Specialist, you will be responsible for supporting the execution, expansion, and continuous improvement of the Internal Audit Program. You will work collaboratively with management to gain understanding of business processes, risks, and related controls. You will leverage technology and data to develop and execute test procedures to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of risk management and controls for mitigating those risks.  How will you drive value within the organization as an Audit Specialist?

Assists with the maintenance of a comprehensive GLS Audit Universe and Risk Assessment

Assist with the development and completion of the Audit Plan

Work collaboratively with management to identify risks and concerns within each area to develop audit procedures and testing that are aligned with those risks and concerns  

Execute testing procedures to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls

Report audit results and recommendations to management over the course of the audit and during exit meetings

Prepare and issue formal Audit Reports to communicate results to management and the Enterprise Risk Committee

Track and report audit issue remediation and validate completed items

Make value-added recommendations to improve controls, mitigate risk, and improve business results

Maintain electronic records and files that support work performed, results, and conclusions

Look for opportunities to improve Internal Audit related processes and gain efficiencies 

What should you already know to be successful as an Audit Specialist?

Minimum of bachelor’s degree required

Intrinsically motivated with demonstrated ability to take initiative, identify needs, make recommendations for improvement, see recommendations through implementation, and evaluate improvements for effectiveness 

Strong interpersonal skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Team player that can adapt in a fast pace and changing environment 

Proficient computer skills with working knowledge of internet and standard business applications; ability to quickly learn new computer applications as required 

Commitment to exemplifying the organizational core values and key competencies

Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail and demonstrated ability to effectively set and manage multiple conflicting priorities

Employment Requirements:

This is an exempt level position whereby business need will dictate the exact work schedule which should be expected to vary at times. Generally, days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:00am-6:00pm

Regular, predictable attendance is required, including in excess of 40 hours as business demands dictate

The position does not require travel

Be able to perform activities such as: viewing a computer terminal, extensive reading, bending, and kneeling

Significant portions of daily assignments involve application of manual skills requiring motor coordination in combination with finger dexterity

Remain in a stationary position up to 100% of the workday

Constantly operate a computer and other standard office equipment