Senior Internal Auditor

The Senior Internal Auditor will support Nexstar Media Group's Internal Audit function across Sarbanes‑Oxley compliance, operational audits, compliance reviews, financial audits, information technology reviews, and investigations. The role is expected to contribute to the Company's annual Sarbanes‑Oxley compliance program, while also supporting other audit and advisory projects depending on business needs and department priorities.

• Supporting the annual Sarbanes‑Oxley compliance program
  • Assisting with the SOX risk assessment and scoping process.
  • Updating process documentation, narratives, flowcharts, risk and control matrices, and related audit materials.
  • Performing walkthroughs of significant business processes and controls.
  • Executing control testing in accordance with approved audit programs.
  • Preparing clear, complete, and well‑supported SOX work papers.
  • Identifying, documenting, and communicating control deficiencies.
  • Tracking remediation activities and validating management's corrective actions.
  • Coordinating with external auditors to support efficient execution of the SOX program.
• Participating in operational, compliance, financial, information technology, and investigative audit projects
  • Assisting with or leading engagement planning.
  • Developing audit work programs, testing procedures, and project timelines.
  • Reviewing data and analyzing evidence against applicable requirements, policies, procedures, and control objectives.
  • Preparing audit observations, recommendations, and corrective action plans.
  • Monitoring the implementation of remediation activities.
  • Assisting with whistle blower hotline matters and other investigations as assigned.
  • Assisting the Vice President of Internal Audit with the preparation of Audit Committee materials.
  • Building effective working relationships with management and external auditors.
  • Providing practical control, compliance, and process improvement recommendations while maintaining appropriate independence and objectivity.
  • Using technology, data analysis, and other tools to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of SOX testing and audit engagements.
  • Demonstrating integrity, professional skepticism, sound judgment, competence, and due professional care in all Internal Audit activities.
  • Participating in other Internal Audit reviews, projects, and administrative activities as assigned.

• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to analyze data, evaluate evidence, and apply sound judgment in complex scenarios.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build collaborative relationships.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving skills, with a capacity to drive issues to completion.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of crafting and delivering clear, persuasive messages.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business or department needs.
• A Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience in audit or a related field. We value diverse backgrounds and are open to candidates with transferable experience in other roles outside of Internal Audit.
• CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, or similar certifications are preferred but not required.