Senior Internal Auditor

Senior Internal Auditor | Public Financial Services Company | Hybrid

Position Overview

A well-established publicly traded financial services organization is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to join its Internal Audit team. Reporting directly to the Director of Internal Audit, this highly visible role will oversee the coordination of the company's outsourced internal audit function while participating in risk-based audits, SOX compliance, risk assessments, and strategic business initiatives. This position offers significant exposure to senior leadership and a clear path into Internal Audit Management.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the Director of Internal Audit to execute the annual audit plan
• Serve as the liaison between internal business units, external auditors, and the outsourced audit team
• Perform risk-based operational, financial, and compliance audits
• Conduct walkthroughs, risk assessments, and SOX testing to evaluate internal controls
• Present audit findings and recommendations to management and executive leadership
• Track remediation efforts and validate corrective actions
• Identify opportunities to improve internal controls, business processes, and operational efficiencies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 3+ years of internal or external audit experience
• Banking or financial services experience required
• Public accounting experience strongly preferred
• CPA, CIA, CRMA, or progress toward certification is a plus
• Strong understanding of internal controls, SOX compliance, risk management, and corporate governance
• Excellent communication, analytical, and relationship-building skills

Why This Opportunity

• Reports directly to the Director of Internal Audit with significant mentorship and visibility
• Clear succession plan with growth into an Internal Audit Manager role and long-term opportunity to lead the department
• Strategic, consultative role with greater focus on identifying risks and advising leadership rather than repetitive audit testing
• Opportunity to gain exposure across every area of the organization while partnering with executive leadership and external auditors
• Excellent work/life balance with most weeks averaging 40–45 hours
• Collaborative culture with long-tenured employees, strong leadership, and outstanding employee engagement
• Hybrid work environment with flexibility
• Competitive 401(k) employer match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Employee wellness programs and additional company-sponsored benefits

Join a financially strong, publicly traded organization where you'll gain broad business exposure, influence strategic decision-making, and build a long-term career within a collaborative Internal Audit team that values work/life balance and professional growth.