Senior Internal Auditor

Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid — 3 days onsite) Overview Our client is a publicly traded, global organization with a strong operational footprint and a reputation for performance and continuous improvement. They are hiring a Senior Internal Auditor to join a lean, high-impact team supporting SOX, financial, and operational audits across the business. The Opportunity This role is ideal for someone looking to move beyond task execution and take on more responsibility and visibility. You will be expected to: Own audits and control testing with limited oversight Navigate ambiguity in a lean, fast-paced environment Engage directly with stakeholders across finance, operations, and corporate functions Bring judgment and perspective — not just execution What You’ll Own Lead and execute SOX and internal controls testing Drive components of financial and operational audits Partner cross-functionally to evaluate risk, controls, and process effectiveness Identify and communicate control gaps and improvement opportunities Contribute to audit planning, reporting, and stakeholder presentations What We’re Looking For Strong candidates will bring: 3–5 years of experience in public accounting (Big 4 or top-tier/mid-market firms) and/or internal audit, including clear ownership of audit areas (not just support) and comfort operating with limited direction Hands-on experience with: SOX / internal controls Audit execution from planning through testing Ability to operate independently and manage priorities without heavy structure Strong communication skills — able to engage, question, and influence stakeholders CPA (or meaningful progress toward certification) preferred Strongly Preferred Experience in complex or operationally intensive environments Exposure to both financial and operational audits Background in environments where you were expected to figure things out vs. follow a rigid playbook Who This Is Not For Candidates who require heavy structure, direction, or step-by-step guidance Profiles still building core audit fundamentals Individuals seeking a highly layered or process-heavy environment Why This Role High visibility across a global, publicly traded company Opportunity to expand beyond external audit into broader business impact Exposure to cross-functional leadership and operations Clear path for continued growth within audit or finance #J-18808-Ljbffr