What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Internal Auditor position at Pugh Executive Search?
Step Into a Leadership Track
Pugh Executive Search is proud to partner with a global manufacturing leader to identify a high-performing Senior Internal Auditor for its corporate headquarters in the Detroit area. This is a strategic opportunity for experienced Senior External Auditors — especially those from national or Big 4 firms — to transition into a leadership-driven internal audit role with enterprise-wide visibility and impact.
In this role, you’ll join a high-caliber internal audit team recognized for its influence across finance, operations, and compliance. This group is a trusted advisor to senior leadership and a proven pipeline for future finance and operational executives.
Why This Role Stands Out
- Visibility: Direct access to executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
- Influence: Your insights will shape internal controls, compliance strategy, and operational improvements
- Growth: This team is a recognized talent pipeline for broader finance and operational leadership roles
- Challenge: Complex audits across manufacturing, finance, and regulatory domains — not just SOX
What You’ll Do
- Lead audits across financial, operational, and compliance areas, including SOX and plant-level reviews
- Evaluate internal controls and risk exposure across divisions and processes
- Present findings and strategic recommendations to senior leadership
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen internal control frameworks
- Support external audit requirements through controls testing and documentation
- Conduct special audit projects across U.S. and Canadian facilities (with the option of assisting on some Intercontinental audits
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 3 years of experience in auditing with some exposure to the manufacturing or industrial clients (required)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- High ethical standards and attention to detail
- Willingness to travel up to 30% across North America
Bonus Points
- Big 4 or national firm audit experience
- CPA, CISA, or CIA certification
- Advanced degree (MBA, MS in Accounting, etc.)
- Proficiency in SAP, Hyperion, and data analytics tools
- Prior SOX compliance experience
