Senior Internal Auditor

Plan, schedule, and independently execute risk-based audits across property, corporate, and operational functions Lead Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) planning, walkthroughs, control testing, and documentation Develop, assess, and update risk-based audit plans aligned with business objectives and emerging risks Prepare internal audit reports detailing findings, risks, and actionable recommendations Partner with corporate and operational stakeholders to identify solutions and drive process enhancements Evaluate, implement, and use audit technologies to improve efficiency, audit coverage, and insight Liaise with external auditors by providing support, documentation, and coordination Assist with special projects, investigations, and Audit Committee or senior management requests Stay current on industry trends, regulatory changes, and leading audit practices Maintain required professional certifications Build trusted relationships and deliver timely, professional, value-added service Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline 4+ years of progressive internal or public audit experience, including demonstrated ownership of audit engagements from planning through reporting 3+ years of hands-on Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) experience, including control design assessment, walkthroughs, testing, issue evaluation, and remediation support CPA and/or CIA strongly preferred Industry experience within real estate, property management, or a similarly regulated environment is a plus Demonstrated experience or interest in leveraging data analytics, audit automation, and emerging audit technologies Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities, adapting quickly to change, and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment Demonstrated comfort operating in a collaborative, cross-functional setting Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with sound judgment and continuous improvement focus Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills Polished written and verbal communication skills High level of organization, attention to detail, and problem-solving capability Ability to read, interpret, and analyze financial, operational, and policy-related documentation Must work in person at least four days per week at Essex’s corporate offices in Woodland Hills or Irvine Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in risk-based auditing, Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, and data analytics to enhance audit processes and drive organizational improvements. Proven ability to communicate findings effectively and collaborate with stakeholders to implement actionable solutions. Highest-signal resume keywords Risk-Based Auditing Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Compliance Data Analytics Internal Audit Reporting CPA or CIA Certification ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Risk Assessment Control Testing Audit Planning Audit Documentation Financial Analysis Issue Evaluation Remediation Support Audit Automation Process Enhancement Regulatory Compliance Soft Skills Analytical Skills Critical Thinking Communication Skills Problem-Solving Collaboration Certifications & Qualifications CPA CIA Industry Keywords Real Estate Property Management Regulated Environment Internal Audit Public Audit Tools & Technologies Audit Technologies Data Analytics Tools Audit Management Software #J-18808-Ljbffr