Staff Internal Auditor, SOX & AI Innovation

Realty Income aims to be a globally recognized leader in the S&P 100, committed to creating long-term value for all stakeholders. These stakeholders include our dedicated team members, who embody our purpose: building enduring relationships and brighter financial futures. This guiding principle serves as a beacon for our team, influencing every action we take. Our employees consistently invest their time, commitment, and dedication into the company, and in turn, they receive investment returns in the form of purpose, belonging, and opportunities for advancement. We are committed to best-in-class corporate responsibility practices through environmental initiatives, governance programs, and community outreach projects. From the boardroom to the breakroom, our team members make a difference every day. Position Overview: The Staff Internal Auditor plays a key role in supporting Realty Income's Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) compliance program while helping drive innovation within the Internal Audit function through the use of artificial intelligence, analytics, and process automation. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain broad exposure across a Fortune 500, publicly traded REIT while developing expertise in internal controls, risk management, business operations, and regulatory compliance. This role will execute SOX testing, evaluate internal controls, identify opportunities to improve audit efficiency, and leverage emerging technologies to enhance risk assessment, testing, and business insights. As part of the Finance organization, Internal Audit provides independent and objective assurance and advisory services designed to strengthen governance, risk management, and control processes across the enterprise. This position is based in the office four days per week, Monday through Thursday, with the flexibility to work remotely on Fridays. Responsibilities Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) Compliance Support the Company's SOX compliance program, which represents the primary focus of this role. Maintain risk and control matrices, process narratives, and flowcharts for key business processes. Conduct walkthroughs with business stakeholders to document processes and evaluate control design. Perform SOX testing and assess the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls. Coordinate document requests, manage testing timelines, and communicate effectively with process owners. Identify control gaps, process inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement. Support quarterly SOX certifications and related compliance activities. Monitor emerging SEC, PCAOB, and COSO guidance and recommend enhancements to strengthen the control environment. Internal Audit & Risk Management Participate in financial, operational, and compliance audits across the organization. Develop an understanding of key business processes, risks, and controls throughout the enterprise. Prepare audit workpapers and documentation in accordance with professional standards. Analyze processes and data to identify risks, root causes, control deficiencies, and opportunities for improvement. Develop practical, value added recommendations to improve controls, efficiency, and business processes. Monitor remediation efforts and validate corrective actions taken by management. Communicate audit observations and recommendations through clear written reports and presentations. Maintain awareness of emerging business, operational, regulatory, and industry risks. AI Innovation, Analytics & Process Improvement Utilize data analytics and visualization tools to enhance audit testing, risk assessments, and business insights. Identify opportunities to automate manual audit procedures, recurring testing activities, and compliance monitoring. Leverage AI tools to improve audit efficiency, increase testing coverage, and support decision making. Partner with stakeholders to identify innovative uses of AI, analytics, and automation that strengthen controls and improve operational effectiveness. Apply sound professional judgment when utilizing AI technologies, including validating outputs, mitigating risk, and ensuring compliance with company policies and data governance standards. Contribute to the ongoing evolution of Internal Audit's AI, analytics, and continuous improvement capabilities. Qualifications: A qualified candidate will typically have: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Information Systems, Technology, or a related field. 1+ years of experience in public accounting, external audit, internal audit, risk advisory, or SOX compliance. Experience performing SOX testing and evaluating internal controls preferred. Big 4 public accounting experience strongly preferred. Understanding of internal controls, risk management, and financial reporting processes. Strong analytical, problem solving, and critical thinking capabilities. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline driven environment. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong overall Microsoft Office skills. Experience with data analytics, business intelligence, AI tools, or automation technologies is highly desirable. Pursuit of or eligibility for CPA, CIA, CISA, or related professional certifications preferred. Strong attention to detail, intellectual curiosity, and a continuous improvement mindset. Why Join Realty Income? Gain exposure to all areas of a Fortune 500, publicly traded REIT and develop a deep understanding of how a global organization operates. Transition from Big 4 public accounting to industry, moving beyond audit engagements to become a trusted business partner with visibility into real business decisions and outcomes. Build expertise in SOX compliance, internal controls, risk management, and business operations while partnering with leaders across Finance, Operations, Investments, Legal, Technology, Human Resources, and Corporate functions. Help shape the future of Internal Audit through AI innovation, analytics, and process optimization initiatives. Develop a strong foundation for long term career growth within Internal Audit, Finance, and the broader organization. The salary range for this position is: $69,617 - $83,072 - $97,957. Offers near the high end are uncommon but may be considered for candidates with exceptional experience and skills and are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. You may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and an annual discretionary stock award, to be discussed during the interview process. An annual pay rate and total compensation package is generally determined by the candidate's experience, knowledge, education, skills, performance, and abilities, as well as internal equity, company performance, and alignment with market data. We offer a best-in-class benefits package that includes healthcare, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents. Our 401(k)-retirement plan has a company match of 50% up to 6% of eligible compensation. Realty Income also offers other wellness, financial, and work/lifestyle-specific benefits, along with a generous PTO accrual; in addition to 12 paid holidays, and paid volunteer time. Realty Income’s purpose is to build enduring relationships and brighter financial futures, and this starts with you! This role is subject to enhanced compliance and disclosure requirements comparable with those of a regulated financial services organization, including conflict of interest disclosures and personal trading policies. Realty Income is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you require accessibility support to submit your application or other reasonable accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io, or call View phone number on click.appcast.io. An employee will respond to your message to begin the interactive process. Please note that this phone number and email address are only for individuals seeking a disability accommodation when applying for a job. Realty Income (NYSE: O), an S&P 500 company, is real estate partner to the world's leading companies. Founded in 1969, we invest in diversified commercial real estate and have a portfolio of 15,600 properties in all 50 U.S. states, the U.K. and six other countries in Europe. We are known as "The Monthly Dividend Company®," and have a mission to deliver stockholders dependable monthly dividends that grow over time. Since our founding, we have declared 659 consecutive monthly dividends and are a member of the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats® index, having increased our dividend for the last 30 consecutive years.