Sr Internal Auditor

The Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for planning, leading, and executing Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance testing, operational audits, internal control assessments, and special projects. This role evaluates business processes, identifies operational and compliance risks, develops actionable recommendations, and collaborates with stakeholders to strengthen governance, risk management, and internal control practices across the organization.

• Plan and execute SOX, operational, financial, information technology, compliance, and special project audits in alignment with the annual audit plan.
• Participate in enterprise risk assessments, audit planning activities, audit program development, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct process walkthroughs with business stakeholders and external auditors to understand workflows, identify key risks and controls, and evaluate control effectiveness.
• Perform testing of key controls, document procedures and results, and maintain work papers that support audit conclusions and findings.
• Identify internal control deficiencies, process improvement opportunities, and compliance concerns; assess root causes and recommend sustainable corrective actions.
• Prepare clear, concise audit reports, observations, and recommendations for management and audit leadership.
• Collaborate with management to develop remediation plans, monitor progress, and validate corrective actions.
• Support coordination with external auditors to facilitate compliance activities, audit requests, and completion of testing requirements.
• Assist with enterprise-wide risk management initiatives and related projects.
• Demonstrate strong project management capabilities by coordinating stakeholders, managing timelines, tracking deliverables, and ensuring successful completion of assignments.
• Maintain current knowledge of auditing standards, accounting principles, regulatory requirements, emerging risks, and industry best practices.
• Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders and cross-functional business partners.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

To be successful in this role, candidates must demonstrate sound judgment, strong analytical abilities, and the capability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

• Minimum of five years of internal audit, external audit, public accounting, risk management, or related experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively present information to various audiences.
• Excellent critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to establish productive working relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience documenting and analyzing business processes and internal controls.
• Familiarity with SOX compliance programs and risk-based auditing methodologies preferred.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Relevant professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA, CRMA, or equivalent are preferred.
• Experience supporting audits within a publicly traded, regulated, or complex organizational environment is preferred.

Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Ability to communicate effectively in person, virtually, and by telephone.
• Ability to use a computer and standard office equipment for extended periods.
• Ability to travel as needed to support audit engagements and business objectives.
• Travel requirement: up to 25%.

The organization is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants.

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected under applicable law.