Sr. Internal Auditor

Job Description

Job Description

A global leader in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of home improvement and building products is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to join its Internal Audit team. This organization offers a portfolio of well-recognized brands that enhance how consumers experience and enjoy their living spaces worldwide.

This role provides the opportunity to lead and participate in risk-based financial, operational, and compliance audits while working within a high-performing and collaborative culture. The position offers strong exposure across the organization, opportunities to work with talented team members, and the ability to grow professionally while contributing to the company’s overall success.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Report to the Audit Manager and lead and/or participate in the planning and execution of audit fieldwork to evaluate the accuracy of financial information, effectiveness of internal controls, and compliance with laws, regulations, and internal policies.
Assist with testing IT General Controls (ITGCs) as needed.
Lead or participate in audit closing conferences and maintain strong communication with business partners.
Clearly communicate risk-based findings to management both verbally and in written reports.
Coordinate management responses for identified issues and follow up to ensure corrective actions are implemented.
Apply professional judgment in determining audit conclusions and summarizing results for reporting.
Utilize data analytics, AI tools, and emerging technologies to identify insights and enhance audit quality and efficiency.
Perform continuous monitoring for assigned areas to assess risk and recommend adjustments to the audit plan.
Stay informed on key initiatives, industry developments, and regulatory changes impacting audit areas.
Review work papers, supervise engagement activities, and support team members during audits.
Assist with process improvement initiatives, advisory engagements, enterprise risk management activities, and fraud investigations.
Travel approximately 15%, including occasional international travel.
Characteristics, Behaviors, Knowledge and Skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
Demonstrates curiosity, sound professional skepticism, and a proactive approach to problem solving.
Motivated, results-driven, and able to thrive in a dynamic environment.
Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting and auditing principles and Sarbanes-Oxley internal control requirements.
Proficient with audit tools, Microsoft Office (especially Excel), and business analytics software.
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and assess risk effectively.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Computer Science, or a related field.
CPA or CIA certification strongly preferred.
4+ years of experience in audit, risk management, or internal controls.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
Preferred Experience
Audit experience within manufacturing or industrial environments.
Experience with financial controls, compliance audits, ITGC testing, and operational audits.
Big 4 or public accounting/audit/consulting experience highly preferred.
Experience with data analytics or business intelligence tools is a plus.Auditing, SOX - Sarbanes-Oxley, CPA, Big 4 Accounting Firm, IT Audit