Internal Auditor; SOX & Emerging Technologies

Position: Internal Auditor (SOX & Emerging Technologies)
Company Overview
KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays.

The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems.

There is never a dull moment with us.

Group/Division
KLA is well known for its high-performing business model which routinely produces significant profit margins and revenue. Key to supporting KLA business is the finance team that partners with corporate and global business organizations to provide expertise and guidance for developing and executing sound business models and practices. The Finance organization consists of operations and corporate finance teams. The operations finance team influences business decisions by gathering the best available operations information, distilling it and making recommendations to our management team on the best course of action.

The corporate team provides a broad range of services, such as financial planning, corporate accounting, tax, industry analysis and benchmarking, internal audits, SEC reporting and merger and acquisition support.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

About the Role

In this role, you will help deliver SOX assurance by executing internal control testing and process walkthroughs across key financial reporting areas. You will also partner with control owners and external auditors to support documentation requests and drive clear, timely outcomes.

You will have an opportunity to improve how we work by identifying practical ways to streamline testing and reporting-using automation and emerging technology (including Generative AI) where it adds value and aligns with strategy and governance.

Core Responsibilities

• Execute SOX control testing and process walkthroughs across key financial reporting areas; document results clearly and on time
• Perform peer quality reviews of testing documentation (e.g., work papers, evidence) and provide actionable feedback.
• Partner with control owners to clarify control design, evidence expectations, and timelines
• Coordinate with external auditors on documentation requests, design assessments, and follow-up questions
• Support control certification processes and other SOX assurance activities
• Identify opportunities to streamline and automate audit workflows using approved tools; document and share repeatable approaches
• Contribute to the team’s emerging technology roadmap by piloting and/or building improvements
• Support operational audit engagements (planning, fieldwork, reporting) based on team priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA and/or CIA (or progress toward certification)
• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
• Experience with Optro (previously Auditboard) or other similar GRC application
• 2-5 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, or SOX/internal controls testing
• Working knowledge of accounting fundamentals, internal controls, risk assessment, and audit methodology
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to explain requests and findings clearly to control owners and auditors
• Able to manage assigned work with defined milestones and proactively escalate risks or blockers in a timely manner
• Growth mindset with humility, curiosity, and open-mindedness
• Collaborates effectively with a cross-functional, distributed team
• Willing to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% based on business needs…