Internal Auditor

Internal Auditor - Financial & Operational
Location: New York, NY - Hybrid after 4-6 weeks onboarding
Pay : $40.00 - $45.00 per hour
26-02478

Job Summary
The Internal Auditor is responsible for conducting comprehensive financial, operational, and management audits to evaluate internal controls, efficiency, and compliance with organizational policies and standards. This role requires ownership of the full audit lifecycle, including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up. The position involves collaborating with stakeholders, presenting findings, and providing actionable recommendations to improve business processes and mitigate risk.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct financial, operational, and management audits, including exposure to IT controls where applicable
• Evaluate internal controls, processes, and systems for effectiveness, efficiency, and compliance
• Execute all phases of the audit lifecycle, including planning, fieldwork, testing, and reporting
• Develop and document audit procedures, findings, and recommendations
• Draft detailed audit reports, including analysis, supporting schedules, and improvement recommendations
• Present audit findings and communicate results to stakeholders and leadership
• Facilitate audit meetings, including entrance and exit conferences, walkthroughs, and status updates
• Collaborate with departments to gather information and resolve audit-related inquiries
• Identify risks and recommend process improvements aligned with organizational objectives
• Handle discussions and pushback from stakeholders with professionalism and sound judgment
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within audit processes and methodologies

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, mathematics, statistics, actuarial science, or a related field with required coursework, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant audit experience, including ownership of full audit lifecycle activities
• Strong understanding of internal audit practices, controls testing, and risk assessment
• Experience conducting financial, operational, and compliance audits; IT audit exposure preferred but not required
• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze financial data and business processes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and presentations
• Ability to manage multiple audits and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail

Work Experience

• 4-8 years of hands-on internal audit experience required
• Experience owning and executing end-to-end audits preferred
• Experience in large or complex organizations preferred, with ability to demonstrate direct contributions
• External audit experience acceptable only if transferable to internal audit execution

Additional Job Details (Commute, Attendance, etc.)

• Hybrid schedule after initial onboarding period (approximately 4-6 weeks onsite)
• Typical schedule includes 3 days onsite and 2 days remote
• Collaborative team environment with opportunities for growth and development

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