Senior Internal Auditor - Job Description

Position Overview

The Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for leading audit engagements from planning through reporting while also performing detailed, hands-on audit work. This role partners closely with business leaders to assess risks, evaluate internal controls, and recommend improvements that enhance operational efficiency, compliance, and overall organizational performance. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, experienced team leader, and comfortable rolling up their sleeves to conduct testing and analysis directly.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Leadership & Planning

• Lead and coordinate internal audit projects, including scope definition, risk assessment, and project planning.
• Supervise, mentor, and review the work of junior auditors or audit team members.
• Ensure audits are completed on schedule and aligned with internal audit standards (IIA) and company policies.

Hands-On Audit Execution

• Perform detailed audit work, including walkthroughs, control testing, data analysis, and documentation.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls across operational, financial, compliance, and IT processes.
• Identify control gaps, root causes, and opportunities for process improvement.

Reporting & Communication

• Present audit findings and recommendations to management in a clear, concise, and actionable manner.
• Prepare audit reports, risk ratings, and executive summaries for leadership.
• Work with stakeholders to develop and monitor remediation plans.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Support the ongoing development of the enterprise risk management framework.
• Assist in SOX/ICFR compliance efforts (if applicable), including testing and documentation.
• Stay current on regulatory updates and emerging risks that may impact the organization.

Continuous Improvement

• Recommend enhancements to audit methodologies and tools to improve audit efficiency and quality.
• Support cross-functional initiatives aimed at improving internal controls, processes, and governance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field; CPA, CIA, CISA, or similar certification preferred.
• 4-7+ years of internal audit, public accounting, or related experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading audit engagements or small teams.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, risk assessment techniques, and audit best practices.
• Hands-on, detail-oriented approach with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and report-writing abilities.
• Proficiency with audit software and data analytics tools is a plus.

Core Competencies

• Leadership & team development
• Hands-on execution
• Critical thinking & analytical skills
• Risk-based approach
• Strong business acumen
• Objectivity & professional skepticism
• Ability to manage multiple priorities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.