Sr Internal Auditor; E

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.

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.

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

• 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.

• 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.
• 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.
• Ability 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.
• Strong desire to learn and explore generative AI applications for audit; prior experience with technologies such as CoPilot, Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, etc.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field with a minimum of five years of experience in internal or external auditing, preferably in a large and complex organization; or a Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with a minimum of three years of experience.

Base Pay Range: $84,400.00 - $

Primary

Location:

USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLA

KLA offers a comprehensive rewards package that may include participation in performance incentive programs, eligibility for 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student‑debt assistance, tuition reimbursement, development and career growth opportunities, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits, employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off, paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you require an accommodation, please contact

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