Senior Internal Auditor: Risk, Analytics & Investigations

Company Summary

Echo Star is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.

Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.

Our investment in the future needs those with an eye on the bottom line, and our Financial organization plays a vital role in supporting our game-changing ideas with creative solutions to complex problems. Team members have the unique opportunity to explore diverse business lines, gaining hands-on experience in various facets of finance, including accounting, audit and supply chain management.

Candidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person interview.

DISH’s Internal Audit Department requires an energetic, dynamic, team-oriented auditor to assist with the execution of financial, operational, and fraud investigations, or other audits and special projects. Utilizing a risk-based integrated audit approach, the chosen candidate defines the scope of audits based on business risks and employs techniques like process, statistical, and forensic analysis. This systematic, disciplined approach helps business units optimize their efficacy, evaluate company processes, and assess the effectiveness of risk management and internal controls.

Building relationships and establishing a strong rapport across the enterprise is a critical function for this role to continuously enhance the image and value of the Audit Department.

• Survey the function or activities to be audited and prepare detailed audit programs for use in performing the audit, including both tests of controls and substantive testing
• Support the department by developing strategies to improve internal controls and minimize risk, while keeping Audit Management informed of the status of audits in progress, communicating obstacles or significant audit findings as they arise
• Constructively work with business operations to identify areas for improvement, while collectively agreeing on appropriate corrective actions, facilitating remediation efforts, and monitoring progress to ensure that business units and corporate departments are timely in addressing control weaknesses and process inefficiencies
• Assist with all activities related to Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 certification including risk assessment, scoping, control documentation and updates, testing of operating effectiveness, education, and reporting
• Conduct complex and sensitive investigations, evaluations, and audits related to cases of internal and external fraud
• Integrate modern data manipulation tools or AI methodologies where applicable to optimize audit processing, identifying process inefficiencies and streamlining corporate reporting pipelines

• Proficient interviewing techniques and the ability to coordinate the gathering, reporting, and dissemination of information to leadership and key stakeholders
• Strong skills in data analysis, including tools such as ACL, SQL, Advanced Excel, Access, or other data-mining tools
• Ability to employ a proactive approach to problem-solving, analytical evaluation, and the overall execution of job responsibilities under pressure with strong attention to detail
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills paired with excellent leadership, teamwork, and client-facing service capabilities
• AI literacy to recognize where automated data ingestion, analytics, or emerging audit technologies can enhance risk evaluation efficiency
• Critical experiences in corporate audit, business process consulting, information technology, or public accounting with a demonstrated history of accomplishments

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) professional certifications, or active candidacy for these certifications
• Advanced degree in business, accounting, or finance

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s…