Intern - Corporate Financial Reporting Internal Auditor

Title: Intern - Corporate Financial Reporting Internal Auditor

Hourly Rate: $22/hour

Location: Six Flags Entertainment Corporate Headquarters, Sandusky, OH 

Department: Internal Audit

The Internal Audit Intern will support the Internal Audit department at Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (a publicly traded company) by assisting with Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) and internal control activities across core financial reporting cycles. This is a hands on, professional‐level internship where the Intern’s work will directly support management’s internal control assessment and will be used by the Company’s external audit firm for reliance and reperformance procedures.

The Intern will work closely with Internal Audit Managers and the Internal Audit Director to perform process walkthroughs, document processes and controls, and evaluate control design and operating effectiveness. This role offers direct exposure to enterprise level audit practices, professional audit documentation standards, and interaction with finance and business process owners.

The Internal Audit Intern will be responsible for assisting with the following activities:

• Perform process walkthroughs with business and finance stakeholders to understand end to end processes, risks, and controls across key financial reporting cycles, including:

o Revenue
o Accounts Payable
o Payroll
o Fixed Assets
o Entity Level Controls

• Assist in evaluating internal control design and operating effectiveness, including:

o Identifying control objectives and key risks
o Assessing whether controls are suitably designed
o Assisting with testing and documentation of control operation

• Prepare audit quality documentation in accordance with professional standards, including:

o Process narratives
o Risk and control descriptions
o Walkthrough documentation
o Control test procedures and results

• Develop process flow diagrams that clearly illustrate process steps, key controls, and risk points using standard audit methodology.

• Utilize AI tools, including Microsoft Copilot, to support documentation efforts, improve clarity and consistency of narratives, and increase audit efficiency—while maintaining professional judgment, data confidentiality, and audit quality expectations.

• Coordinate closely with Internal Audit Managers and the Internal Audit Director to:

o Receive coaching and feedback on workpapers
o Incorporate review comments

o Ensure documentation meets standards suitable for external audit reliance

• Interact professionally with finance, accounting, and operational personnel throughout the organization.

Learning and Development Opportunities

This internship is designed to provide meaningful exposure to:

• Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) compliance in a public company environment
• Practical application of internal control concepts• Audit documentation standards used by external audit firms
• Professional communication with management and process owners
• Modern audit practices, including responsible use of AI in audit workflows

Why This Internship

• Real audit work—not shadowing or hypothetical projects
• Direct exposure to audit documentation relied upon by external auditors
• Mentorship from experienced Internal Audit Managers and Directors
• Strong foundation for careers in public accounting, internal audit, or corporate finance

Required:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
• Completion of at least one accounting course prior to the internship
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to clearly document processes and observations in writing
• Strong attention to detail and organization

Preferred:

• Interest in public accounting, internal audit, or risk management
• Familiarity with basic internal control concepts or coursework related to auditing
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, Visio (or similar diagramming tools)
• Interest in leveraging technology and AI tools to improve work quality and efficiency

Professional Expectations

• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with integrity
• Willingness to work in a structured, professional audit environment
• Ability to work independently while being receptive to feedback and coaching
• Strong verbal and written communication skills