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Sr. Associate, IT Internal Audit

Tesla
Palo Alto, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/14/2026
What To Expect
The Tesla Internal Audit team is dedicated to safeguarding the company by identifying critical risks and driving actionable solutions. Guided by the principles of keeping Tesla safe and enabling operational excellence, the team collaborates with various functional and business groups to assess risks, enhance processes, and promote efficiency. As a Sr. Associate in IT Internal Audit, this role focuses on evaluating IT controls, ensuring SOX compliance, and providing strategic recommendations to mitigate risks while working closely with cross-functional teams across North America.

What You'll Do

  • Utilize a risk-based approach to independently evaluate, plan, perform, summarize, and communicate assigned audit activities
  • Support IT SOX compliance initiatives by assessing control gaps and addressing key financial reporting risks through audits
  • Evaluate and test application controls and IT automated controls to ensure functionality and compliance
  • Assess IT general controls across critical systems to maintain integrity and security
  • Manage audit requests and facilitate walkthroughs to ensure thorough documentation and understanding
  • Coordinate management corrective action plans by conducting interviews, gathering documentation, monitoring progress, and escalating issues as needed
  • Conduct IT audits, recommend control enhancements using data analysis, and provide solutions for risk reduction and process improvement


  • What You'll Bring

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience
  • 6 years of hands-on IT audit and IT SOX compliance experience, preferably in Big 4 and in-house internal audit roles within fast-paced technology companies
  • CISA, CIA, CPA, or other relevant certifications
  • Proven track record of delivering results and career progression through exceptional ability
  • In-depth knowledge of critical business processes in industries such as automotive, manufacturing, energy, consumer products, or technology
  • Ability to manage multiple project assignments in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while navigating ambiguity
  • Strong skills in building relationships with business partners and staying informed of emerging trends and technology changes


  • Benefits
    Compensation and Benefits
    Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
  • Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
  • Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
  • Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
  • Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
  • Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
  • Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
  • Tesla Babies program
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and perks program


  • Expected Compensation

    $96,000 - $162,000/annual salary cash and stock awards benefits

    Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

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    Salary : $96,000 - $162,000

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