Internal Auditor

About the role

This is where your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the senior auditor or manager assist in performing a variety of financial, operational and other projects according to the internal audit plan by understanding processes, identifying key risks, and contributing to scoping discussions.
• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls and identify risks, control gaps, deficiencies, or opportunities for improvement.
• Conduct testing of transactions and internal controls.
• Leverage audit software and data tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Optro) to perform testing and analytics.
• Validate adherence to company policies, procedures, or other relevant requirements.
• Document audit procedures, findings, and evidence in workpapers accurately and completely.
• Draft clear and concise audit findings and help communicate preliminary observations to audit seniors or manager.
• Escalate issues to senior auditors or manager when appropriate.
• Embed a culture of dedication and continuous improvement within the Internal Audit department and auditees.
• Support with SOX testing activities, as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or other relevant field.
• Techincal and financial knowledge, including internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and accounting principles (e.g., GAAP/IFRS).
• 1+ years of progressive relevant experience, preferably audit experience in the Big 4 or other public accounting firms.
• Ability to perform data analysis, reconcile information, identify potential risks, and test controls.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications, audit software, and data tools (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Optro, PowerBI, etc.).
• Accounting or audit certification and foreign language skills are preferred.
• Interest in learning or working with emerging technologies (e.g., AI-enabled tools, automation, data analytics) as internal audit continues to evolve.
• Strong professional skepticism, time management, effective cross-time zone and cross-geography coordination, and the ability to independently execute assigned tasks.

Qualifications

• Passport and valid travel authorization required.
• US Citizenship or Permanent Resident status required.
• Ability to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of internal control frameworks (COSO).
• Experience with audit software and data tools (Excel, Power BI, Optro).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Baxter offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical and dental coverage starting on day one.
• Insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
• The Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount.
• The 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP) with options for employee contributions and company matching.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave.
• Additional benefits including commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits.

Pay

The estimated base salary for this position is $68,000 - $93,500. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors.

Schedule

This position is based at our Deerfield, IL headquarters on a hybrid schedule and includes up to 25% domestic and international travel. The role requires collaboration with global teams across multiple time zones.