Senior Internal Auditor

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Internal Audit, the Senior Internal Auditor will play a hands-on role in executing the company's internal audit and SOX compliance program. This position is responsible for performing business process walkthroughs, documenting controls, testing financial and operational controls, preparing audit workpapers, and partnering with process owners to strengthen the organization's control environment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Execute internal audit engagements from planning through completion.
  • Perform detailed business process walkthroughs across finance, accounting, operations, and corporate functions.
  • Develop and maintain process narratives, flowcharts, risk and control matrices, and audit workpapers.
  • Document key processes, risks, and internal controls in accordance with SOX and internal audit standards.
• SOX & Controls Testing
  • Perform design and operating effectiveness testing of key SOX controls.
  • Test financial reporting, operational, and entity-level controls.
  • Evaluate control deficiencies and assist management in developing practical remediation plans.
  • Follow up on corrective actions to validate implementation.
• Risk Assessment & Audit Planning
  • Participate in annual risk assessments and audit planning activities.
  • Assist in defining audit scope, objectives, and testing procedures.
  • Identify opportunities to improve business processes and strengthen internal controls.
  • Support special projects, acquisitions, and other risk-focused initiatives.
• Business Partnership
  • Build relationships with accounting, finance, operations, HR, and business leaders.
  • Clearly communicate audit observations and practical recommendations.
  • Prepare audit reports and supporting documentation for leadership review.
  • Support quarterly reporting and other activities for the Internal Audit function.
• Technology & Systems Support
  • Test IT General Controls and application controls where applicable.
  • Utilize Excel, Visio, and audit documentation tools to support audit execution.
  • Gain exposure to ERP systems and business applications as part of process and control evaluations.
• Supervision & Professional Development
  • This Position Offers Broad Exposure Across a Publicly Traded Global Organization And Provides Opportunities To Work Alongside Senior Finance And Operational Leaders On Initiatives Including SOX compliance, Enterprise risk management, ERP implementations, Process transformation, Business acquisitions, Financial reporting controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related discipline.
• Approximately 4+ years of experience in Internal Audit or public accounting.
• Experience supporting SOX compliance, internal controls, and business process documentation.
• Knowledge of GAAP and internal control frameworks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency.

Preferred

• CPA certification or active progress toward obtaining licensure.
• Experience within a publicly traded company.
• Manufacturing, industrial, engineering, construction, or energy industry experience.
• Experience with IT General Controls (ITGCs).
• Familiarity with Visio and business process mapping.
• Exposure to ERP systems and financial reporting applications.

Contact

If you are seeking an opportunity to build your career within a publicly traded organization where you'll gain meaningful exposure to global operations, complex business processes, internal controls, and strategic initiatives, contact us at recruiting@novasolutions.ai.