Senior Internal Auditor - Corporate

The Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for executing risk-based audits across corporate functions, evaluating internal controls, assessing operational and financial risks, and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. This role partners with management to identify process improvements, strengthen controls, and support the organization's governance and risk management objectives.

The ideal candidate combines strong audit and accounting knowledge with excellent analytical and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with senior leadership across multiple business functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and perform operational, financial, compliance, and corporate governance audits.
• Execute audit engagements from planning through reporting and follow-up.
• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting and business processes.
• Identify risks, control deficiencies, and opportunities for operational improvement.
• Conduct interviews, walkthroughs, and testing procedures to assess compliance with policies and procedures.
• Prepare clear and concise audit reports that communicate findings, risks, and recommendations.
• Collaborate with business leaders to develop practical corrective action plans.
• Monitor remediation efforts and validate implementation of management action plans.
• Assist with annual enterprise risk assessments and audit planning activities.
• Support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance testing and internal control reviews.
• Participate in special projects, investigations, and fraud risk assessments as needed.
• Stay informed of emerging risks, regulatory changes, and industry best practices.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required.
• Master's degree preferred.

Experience

• 3–6 years of experience in internal audit, public accounting, risk advisory, or corporate audit.
• Experience leading audit engagements and interacting with management.
• Public accounting experience with a Big Four or regional CPA firm preferred.
• Experience in a publicly traded or large corporate environment preferred.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of auditing standards, internal controls, and risk management frameworks.
• Knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting processes, and corporate governance practices.
• Experience with SOX compliance.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Competencies

• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to influence and build relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.