Jobs · Accounting

Senior Internal Auditor

The New York Racing Association · Jamaica, NY · 4 wk ago
Accounting$75k–$105k/yrFull-time

Audit Planning & Risk Assessment

Lead audits end-to-end in accordance with the risk-based annual audit plan and IIA Standards. Perform process understanding, risk assessment, and control mapping; develop audit scope, objectives, and test plans. Design data-driven procedures and sampling strategies; incorporate analytics where appropriate.

Fieldwork & Testing

Conduct walkthroughs and interviews; evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of controls. Execute testing of key controls across financial, operational, compliance, and selected IT/general control areas. Document workpapers that are complete, accurate, and support conclusions.

Reporting & Follow-up

Draft clear, concise audit reports that articulate issues, root causes, risk impacts, and practical recommendations. Present results to management and track remediation through closure; perform follow-up testing as needed.

Stakeholder Engagement

Build effective working relationships with management, process owners, and external auditors to align expectations and minimize duplication. Provide consultative insight to strengthen processes and controls while maintaining independence.

Project & Workload Management

Manage multiple audits concurrently; deliver milestones on time and within budget. Support special projects and investigations; identify opportunities to improve audit methodology and tools.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business/analytical field.
  • 3 - 5+ years of relevant internal audit and/or external audit experience.
  • Professional certifications, such as the CIA, CISA, or CFE are a plus. An equivalent combination of certifications, advanced technical skills, and audit experience will be considered.

Preferred Skills

  • Strong analytical and critical thinking; ability to synthesize complex information into clear conclusions.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication; proven report-writing and presentation skills.
  • Working knowledge of internal control and risk frameworks (e.g., COSO) and the IIA Standards.
  • Strong organization and time management; ability to handle multiple engagements in a remote environment.
  • Data analytics/business intelligence (e.g., Power BI, SQL, data modeling, dashboarding) is a plus.
  • Understanding of IT general controls and data governance concepts; experience collaborating with IT auditors is a plus.

Skills

  • Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams).
  • Basic to intermediate Excel skills, including familiarity with lookup functions (e.g., VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP), logical formulas (IF/AND/OR), basic data formatting and cleanup, and exposure to pivot tables.
  • Data analytics/business intelligence (e.g., Power BI, SQL, data modeling, dashboarding) is a plus.

Summary Of Physical Requirements And Work Environment

The role is primarily sedentary and performed in an office or office-like environment with no special physical demands required. The position involves extended periods of sitting with intermittent standing and walking, as well as occasional bending, reaching, and other routine movements typical of a professional workplace. The role requires regular hand manipulation, including daily typing and repetitive hand movements while working on a computer. Occasional light lifting (generally up to 10 lbs., and infrequently up to 30 lbs.) may be required. The work environment does not typically expose the employee to hazardous conditions. There is minimal exposure to environmental hazards such as moving mechanical parts, fumes, extreme weather, or high-risk work areas.

Pay Range / Salary

$75,375 - $105,000

Similar jobs

Senior Accountant

RainNew York, NY· 1 mo ago
Finance$50k–$999k/yrapply on jobs.ashbyhq.com

Senior Accountant

SomatusMcLean, VA· 1 wk ago
Accountingapply on careers-somatus.icims.com

Senior Accountant

VisaFoster City, CA· 2 wk ago
Finance$129k–$207k/yrapply on visa.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com

Senior Accountant

Crete UnitedCharlotte, NC· 3 wk ago
Accountingapply on recruiting.ultipro.com

Senior Accountant

Nonstop HealthUnited States· 2 wk ago
RemoteAccounting$75k–$95k/yrapply on recruiting.paylocity.com