Internal Auditor

Summary

The Internal Auditor is an individual contributor within the Internal Audit team responsible for performing audit engagements including U.S. Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) Compliance testing. This role maintains and executes the SOX IT testing program and requires a working knowledge of SOX, including planning, testing, remediation, and follow‑up of IT General Controls (ITGC) and Automated Controls. It contributes significantly to IT SOX testing efforts and supports key operational and integrated risk‑based audits.

The role also assesses risks across the organization by engaging with leaders in IT, accounting, finance, HR, sales, marketing, and legal, contributing to the development of internal audit’s project plan that includes advisory and assurance projects.

• Executes SOX IT testing program, including conducting walkthroughs, analyzing audit evidence, executing controls testing, identifying and defining issues, and documenting business processes and procedures.
• Supports the creation of status reports and planning materials and assists with overall SOX IT program management.
• Conducts risk assessments, including identification of controls and testing attributes.
• Collaborates closely with internal and external stakeholders for the SOX IT Program.
• Leads new and ongoing internal audit projects by providing assurance and advisory services on processes, controls, and risk mitigation measures, including the creation of audit reports, closing meeting materials, and assisting with project wrap‑up.
• Identifies and communicates operational audit findings with key business partners.
• Develops audit report content including issues and recommendations.
• Completes assigned responsibilities in accordance with audit standards.
• Builds knowledge of various business systems, applications, and audit tools to create queries and ad‑hoc reports.
• Partners with internal and external audit teams to ensure a timely and efficient testing approach and issue resolution.
• Conducts or assists with leading special reviews, investigations, monitoring activities, and work for external auditors and/or regulators.
• Communicates effectively with all levels of management.
• Suggests alternatives for process improvements.
• Conducts follow‑up activities to ensure effective remediation by management.
• Builds and develops cross‑functional relationships.

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, or another relevant field.
• Thorough understanding of SOX requirements.
• 2+ years of experience in audit, accounting, financial, banking, and information technology.
• Demonstrated experience leading internal audit projects in compliance with the Institute of Internal Auditors standards, managing SOX walkthroughs and performing SOX testing.
• Intermediate business acumen in business operations, industry practices, and emerging trends.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex concepts across multiple disciplines.
• Functions as a subject matter expert in areas of accounting (e.g., GAAP), Fin Tech industry requirements (e.g., agile software development, NIST), or financial compliance (e.g., FFIEC).
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Power BI, and/or other tools to analyze issues and trends.
• Exceptional work ethic, efficient and accurate.
• Ability to operate independently and proactively with minimal up‑front instruction and take ownership of work product; driven, diligent, and self‑motivated.
• Excellent time‑management skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills with a customer‑service focus.
• Trustworthy and discreet with confidential financial and employee data.
• This position requires fluent written and oral communication in English.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

• Health & Wellness – competitive health insurance and generous paid parental leave for eligible new parents.
• Hybrid Work Opportunities.
• Flexible Time Off.
• Career Development & Mentoring Programs.
• Community Volunteering & Company Philanthropy Programs.
• Employee Peer Recognition Programs.
• Health & Wellness Programs.
• Health & Wellness benefits.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. Applicants in California or Washington State may not be exempt from federal and state overtime requirements.