Senior Internal Auditor

Job Description

Job Description

Our mission is to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, create the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We own and operate the most renowned destination resorts in the world as well as regional and local ski areas outside major cities, and connect them all through one unrivaled network. We are looking for ambitious leaders, innovators and creators to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you!

Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).

Job Summary:

As the Senior Internal Auditor, you are a key team member of the Internal Audit (IA) department and have a direct impact on its success. You will have the opportunity to learn and grow as a leader and internal auditor through:

• Leading risk-based assurance and advisory engagements across various areas of the business.
• Leading IA’s testing of internal controls over financial reporting to support management’s Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance efforts (i.e. project management and controls testing).
• Leading development and implementation of initiatives that help improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the department.

Job Responsibilities:  

Audit Knowledge

• Has extensive experience of the controls suited to manage a variety of risks. Advances the organization’s control awareness and improves their ownership of internal controls.
• Independently can perform basic reviews of IT general and application controls across core business processes and make recommendations on improving control effectiveness.
• Coaches others to enhance their financial literacy. Applies knowledge of accounting processes and financial controls to audit's work.
• Actively stays up-to-date on the latest risks impacting the organization and how they are evolving through a range of internal and external sources.
• Evaluates governance structures and processes and their alignment with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Applies risk-based prioritization to plan and execute engagements, aligning procedures with organizational objectives and leading practices.
• Independently applies the International Professional Practices Framework to develop and implement comprehensive auditing strategies tailored to organizational risk and industry- specific needs.
• Assists in conducting internal quality assessments, identifying gaps in conformance with the Global Internal Audit Standards and Topical Requirements.
• Demonstrates the ability to apply principles of integrated assurance by collaborating with the compliance and risk management functions and external auditors to align risk and control coverage.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of risk management processes, including risk identification, assessment, response, and monitoring.

Business and Industry Knowledge

• Proactively seeks out and leverages experts in diverse functional areas to provide more valuable, relevant recommendations to the business.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the company’s financial business requirements and regulatory compliance practices (e.g., GAAP, SEC, taxes, GDPR etc.). Utilizes internal and external experts as appropriate.
• Is aware of the company's key competitors and relevant industry risks, using that knowledge to inform audit scope and execution.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the Company's strategic priorities across the different business units.
• Evaluates how social and environmental objectives are integrated into the organization’s governance, strategy, and risk management processes.

Core Auditing Skills

• Leads all components of an audit to confirm that engagements are conducted on time and of a high quality. If necessary, is able to lead several audit assignments at once, ensuring that all audit objectives are met.
• Applies project management techniques to internal audit engagements commensurate with job role and assigned responsibilities.
• Manages work efforts effectively to ensure assigned tasks are completed on time and in conformance with the Standards. Can pinpoint systemic causes of operational problems and the business processes that have generated and/or permitted those problems to occur.
• Identifies and recommends to stakeholders leading practice solutions to improve their processes.
• Leverages prior experience to develop refined observations, create detailed report outlines for alignment with engagement manager, and draft report content that is accurate, objective, clear, concise constructive, complete, and timely.
• Develops concise, well-structured audit reports and communications that clearly convey findings, root causes, and recommendations.
• Clearly links insight back to engagement objective, business objectives, strategic priorities and initiatives. Delivers multidimensional insights and adapts them to the audience.
• Leverages risk research and gains additional insight through stakeholder interviews and reviews of relevant policies, procedures, and 3rd-party reviews. Develops prioritized list of risks with well-defined impact statements.
• Is able to relate the organization’s risk tolerance to the appropriateness of controls. Includes stakeholder input and considers the use of data analytics, client KPIs, and other risk factors to influence engagement focus areas.

Internal Audit Engagement Delivery

• Responsible for all phases of engagements ensuring delivery on time, on budget, and aligned with department policies, procedures, and standards.
• Maintains priorities, is accountable for own and others’ work and manages expectations.
• Responsible for developing and implementing work programs, control testing, developing observations, working with management to define practical action plans, drafting reports, and coordinating and reporting on overall engagement status.
• Works autonomously knowing when to escalate or seek support.
• Receives minimal level of guidance and direction, seeking consultation if unclear.
• Identifies and correlates themes in observations within and across engagements.
• Accountable for managing own time to perform tasks and document audit steps performed, conclusions, and results aligned with department standards.
• Proactively works to develop solutions through collaboration.
• SOX control testing including business process and IT general controls.
• Coordinates direct assistance support provided to external auditors.

Technical Skills

• Develops detailed outlines of data queries for delivery to data analytics resource (e.g., IA, IT, or Business). Develops methodical and well documented approach for the cleansing and normalization of datasets.
• Leverages computer-based tools to efficiently and effectively apply statistical sampling techniques. Applies a tailored statistical sampling technique (e.g., random number, interval, stratified, cluster, dollar unit, etc.) based on the unique circumstances of a test.
• Clearly articulates connections between business objectives, risks, and data. Designs sound test plans that generate valuable insight.
• Reviews relevant process flows, policies, and procedures to identify potential fraud scenarios and/or control gaps.
• Evaluates fraud risk assessment processes and fraud prevention and detection controls.

Stakeholder Partnering Skills

• Seeks mutual understanding and welcomes sharing of information fully. Is able to coach auditors in developing the appropriate means and styles of communication. Is able to create and deliver effective presentations.
• Spots potential conflict and proactively brings disagreements into the open, to aid in their resolution. Is able to negotiate with management to confirm audit recommendations are agreed and acted upon.
• Resolves conflicts by emphasizing agreement on verified data and negotiating effectively to align with organizational objectives, while maintaining objectivity.
• Demonstrates networking skills and the ability to develop and sustain effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders at a senior level.
• Uses prior knowledge and experiences, resources, and ethical standards to identify issues / risks, analyze data, and make and communicate informed decisions about the courses of action that are appropriate in specific circumstances.
• Demonstrates an understanding of: Business objectives of the area being audited; Risks associated with business objectives; How internal controls contribute to achievement of organizational objectives.

Development and Personal Commitment Skills

• Coach Analysts on department requirements. Provides positive and constructive feedback to others. Development of team members, business stakeholders on engagements.
• Agile in engagement delivery; identifies the need to adjust engagement approach or tasks.
• Assesses self‐development and career needs. Seeks constructive feedback and applies to goals and development plans.
• Provides guidance to internal auditors on ethical dilemmas and promotes a culture of integrity within the internal audit function. Evaluates evidence with appropriate professional skepticism and ensures due professional care is exercised in all audit work.
• Demonstrates problem-solving skills and adaptability in addressing challenges within audit engagements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

• Three (3) to six (6) years of progressive experience and responsibility in public accounting (i.e. Big 4, other public accounting / consulting firms), internal auditing, external auditing, and/or IT auditing.
• SOX knowledge and experience in SOX controls testing.
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, finance, information technology or a related business field with significant quantitative and analytical content.

Preferred:

• Passion for Vail Resorts.
• Contributes to an Experience of a Lifetime for Team.
• Certification in relevant field (CIA, CPA, CFE, CISA, etc.) or seeking certification a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, programming languages (e.g., SQL), and experience analyzing large data sets.
• Basic knowledge of systems, application controls and IT general controls.

The expected Total Compensation for this role is $79,531.16 - $103,535.40 + Annual Bonus. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

 

Job Benefits

• Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
• More employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:

• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
• Free ski passes for dependents
• Critical Illness and Accident plans

Vail Resorts offers a ‘Hybrid’ work environment for Broomfield-based roles where employees must live within 50 miles of the Broomfield office and work on-site Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and have flexibility to work off-site on Mondays and Fridays.

Please note that the ability to work in person or off-site, and the particulars related to such work, are subject to change at any time; and, accordingly, the Company reserves the right to change its policies and/or require in-person/in-office work or off-site work at any time in its sole discretion. 

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. 

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID  515077
Reference Date: 06/03/2026 
Job Code Function: Internal Audit & Risk