Sr. Internal Auditor Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Sr. Internal Auditor to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the technical work and provide guidance to staff assisting with audit projects;
- Partner with business process owners to identify efficiencies in the design, modification, or streamlining of processes and controls;
- Assist with ongoing training to business functions with respect to internal controls and risk management;
- Assist and/or lead departmental initiatives and projects, as needed;
- Participate in enterprise-level risk assessment activities; together with Internal Audit leadership, assist in development of the annual audit plan;
- Assist in the training and development of Internal Auditors;
- Perform follow-up procedures on prior audit findings, and work with management to ensure timely completion;
- Develop audit programs for review and approval by Internal Audit Manager, incorporating identified control risks into the audit procedures performed;
- Other duties as assigned;
- Lead brainstorming sessions for each audit conducted to identify fraud and other potential risks.
Requirements:
- Likes to travel;
- Prioritizes and executes assigned tasks effectively and efficiently;
- Bachelor’s degree;
- Faces difficult situations with integrity and tenacity;
- Supports fellow team members to meet shared goals;
- Organized and able to multi-task;
- Strong understanding of SOC, PCI, SOX and US GAAP;
- Knack for analyzing data ensuring a better understanding of the big picture (I.e. what is and what is not working for our customers);
- Perform related assignments as determined by the Internal Audit Manager or V.P. of Internal Audit;
- Must be self-motivated, analytical and detail oriented;
- Prior experience in conducting reviews, designing controls, and report preparation – is a plus;
- Proficiency in accounting principles and techniques is required as the auditor will work extensively with financial records and reports;
- Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, and crouch;
- Relevant Certifications (e.g. CIA, CPA, CFE, CISA);
- Ability to work independently (with only general direction) as well as collaboratively as part of a team.