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Senior Internal Auditor

First American
First American Salary
Santa Ana, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/20/2026
Who We AreJoin a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list for ten consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We DoResponsible for conducting and leading internal audits, SOX audits, due diligence, fraud investigations and special projects. Provides insights, risk management and technology expertise in the Internal Audit group.

What You'll Do:

  • Conducts complex audits, makes suggestions to enhance the audit process
  • Identify/ research issues with supported analysis, propose solutions
  • Prepare clear documentation of conclusions
  • Ensures work papers comply with IA standards
  • Assists with special projects including process improvement initiatives
  • Contribute to / Prepare initial draft of audit reports


What You'll Bring:

  • BA/BS in accounting, business administration, computer science, criminal justice or a related field.
  • 8-10 years of experience in auditing, accounting, insurance underwriting, title or real estate escrow, banking or other related areas.
  • Skilled in operational auditing, business process improvement, or re- engineering experience or knowledge
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including report writing skills; ability to articulate briefly and concisely
  • Strong analytical, audit, and investigative skills
  • Presentation skills in front of a live audience
  • Accounting or Finance experience is a plus
  • Automated audit workpaper system experience is a plus (ex. Team Mate)
  • Self-motivated; self-starter
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks, respond quickly to emergent problems, and focus both on long-range projects and immediate tasks
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • CPA, CA, CIA, CISA and/or CFE is a plus


Pay Range: $85,000.00 - $113,300.00 Annually

This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.

** Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County. **

First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act).

First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant's criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements.

What We OfferBy choice, we don't simply accept individuality - we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it's the right thing to do, but also because it's the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.

Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.
First American invests in its employees' development and well-being, empowers them to provide superior customer service and encourages them to serve the communities where they live and work. First American is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer.

 

Salary : $85,000 - $113,300

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