Senior Internal Auditor (General Audit)

About the Role

The Internal Audit team plans and executes audit projects in accordance with the audit plan and risk assessments, evaluating the efficiency and effectiveness of current-state financial, compliance, and operational processes and controls. We advise business functions in addressing risks and control violations, developing sound solutions, and tracking and reporting on the progress of process and compliance improvements.

This position is designed for an individual with a strong understanding of business and financial processes and controls, sound knowledge of the audit process, good analytical skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. The role requires regular travel (up to 30%) to support audit activities across key regions including North America, APAC, EMEA, and LATAM.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute all phases of the audit lifecycle independently—from planning and fieldwork to reporting and follow-up.
• Identify operational and financial risks, control gaps, and opportunities for process optimization and cost savings.
• Leverage data analytics in conducting in-depth audit testing and deliver data-driven observations and insights to the business.
• Prepare clear, concise, and well-structured audit reports for senior management with a focus on business impact.
• Conduct effective reviews of audits and provide value-added comments to team members.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure timely remediation of audit findings.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of audit methodologies, templates, and best practices to enhance audit quality and efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of operational audit experience, ideally a mix of industry and public accounting.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, risk assessment methodologies, and audit practices.
• Ability to work independently in a dynamic, rapidly evolving environment with competing priorities.
• Required 30%-40% international and domestic travel.
• Working proficiency in Mandarin and English is required for communication with global teams and reviewing technical documents.

Preferred Qualifications

• CIA, ACCA, CICPA, CPA, or CISA certifications.
• Experience with data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Python, Qlik Sense).
• Experience auditing business processes in high-volume, fast-paced environments.
• Experience with audit management systems or GRC tools.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and experience interacting with senior management.

About the Company

TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, with additional offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.

We strive to create an inclusive environment where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people globally, and our workplace reflects the diversity of the communities we reach.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $108,000 - $220,400 annually. Compensation may vary based on qualifications, skills, experience, and location. This role may also be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses, incentives, and restricted stock units.

Benefits

• Day-one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Paid parental leave.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Wellbeing benefits.
• 10 paid holidays per year.
• 10 paid sick days per year.
• 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).