Senior Internal Auditor

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The Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for planning, executing, and leading internal audit and advisory engagements across a global manufacturing organization. The role provides independent, objective assurance and insight to improve operations, strengthen internal controls, and support risk management and governance processes.

This position plays a key role in:

Leading end-to-end audit engagements (risk assessment through reporting)

Supporting the organization’s SOX compliance program

Identifying control gaps, operational inefficiencies, and risk exposures

Collaborating with global business units and functional leaders

The Senior Internal Auditor also contributes to continuous improvement initiatives and may audit staff.

Major Responsibilities

Audit Execution & Leadership

Lead audit planning, scoping, and risk assessment activities for assigned engagements

Develop and execute risk-based audit programs

Perform and/or oversee detailed testing of controls and transactions

Ensure timely completion of audits

Reporting & Issue Management

Draft clear, concise audit findings, including root cause analysis and practical recommendations

Present results to management and support development of remediation plans

Track and validate corrective actions

SOX Compliance & Internal Controls

Participate in annual SOX risk assessment and scoping

Execute and/or review SOX control testing and evaluate design and effectiveness

Support year-end reporting and coordination with external auditors

Advisory & Special Projects

Provide advisory support on business initiatives

Conduct targeted reviews, investigations, or data analytics projects

Stakeholder Engagement & Continuous Improvement

Build effective relationships with global stakeholders across finance, operations, and IT

Support Audit Committee and senior leadership reporting as needed

Contribute to internal audit methodology enhancements and best practices

Mentor junior auditors

Minimum Job Requirements

Education

Bachelor’s Degree with a focus in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, or other relevant business discipline

Work Experience

3 years of internal audit, public accounting, or relevant finance/accounting experience

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Technical Knowledge

Strong understanding of:

Internal controls frameworks (COSO)

SOX compliance requirements

Financial reporting and accounting principles

Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills

Ability to assess complex processes, identify risks, and evaluate control effectiveness

Strong data analysis capabilities with attention to detail

Critical thinking and professional skepticism

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to clearly articulate audit issues and recommendations to all levels of management

Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills

Project Management & Leadership

Ability to manage multiple audits and priorities simultaneously

Experience leading audit engagements and providing direction to team members

Strong organizational and time management skills

Preferred Job Requirements

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Certification / License

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA),

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA),

Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or other relevant professional certification

Audit experience in public accounting or within a global manufacturing firm

Familiarity with IIA Global Standards

Familiarity with ERP systems

Experience with data analytics and/or AI software

Familiarity or past experience with audit, SOX, or other GRC software platforms

Familiarity with financial consolidation software

Familiarity with manufacturing and supply chain processes

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Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion, the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

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