Sr. Internal Auditor
Hybrid – 3x a week in Secaucus, NJ
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Internal Auditor to join our Internal Audit team. This role is responsible for leading and executing risk-based internal audits that evaluate financial, operational, and compliance processes across the organization. As a trusted business partner, the Senior Internal Auditor provides valuable insights that strengthen internal controls, improve operational efficiency, safeguard company assets, and support organizational objectives.
Reporting to the Audit Director, this position offers significant exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional teams while providing opportunities for career growth into corporate finance, operational leadership, or advanced internal audit roles. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with strong analytical skills, project management experience, and a passion for continuous improvement, data analytics, and emerging audit technologies.
Key Responsibilities
Audit Leadership & Project Management
- Lead multiple internal audit engagements from planning through reporting.
- Develop audit scopes, objectives, and testing strategies in collaboration with audit leadership.
- Manage audit timelines, priorities, and deliverables to ensure projects are completed on schedule.
- Supervise and mentor audit team members throughout engagements.
- Serve as the primary liaison between Internal Audit and business stakeholders.
- Participate in the execution of the annual risk-based audit plan.
Audit Execution
- Evaluate financial, operational, and compliance risks.
- Perform testing of internal controls and business processes.
- Prepare detailed audit workpapers, process narratives, and supporting documentation.
- Analyze findings and identify opportunities to strengthen internal controls and operational efficiency.
- Develop practical recommendations and partner with management on corrective action plans.
- Monitor remediation efforts and validate implementation of agreed-upon action items.
Data Analytics & Continuous Improvement
- Utilize data analytics and technology to improve audit effectiveness and efficiency.
- Identify trends, risks, and control weaknesses through large data analysis.
- Support initiatives involving automation, artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced audit methodologies.
- Recommend process improvements that enhance organizational performance and governance.
Stakeholder Collaboration
- Build strong working relationships across finance, operations, and corporate departments.
- Communicate audit results clearly to management and executive leadership.
- Provide risk management guidance and internal control recommendations.
- Stay informed of organizational changes that may impact the control environment.
Professional Development
- Participate in ongoing technical and professional training.
- Remain current on auditing standards, accounting regulations, industry trends, and emerging technologies.
- Contribute to department initiatives focused on innovation, quality improvement, and knowledge sharing.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
- Minimum of 2 years of progressive experience in internal auditing, public accounting, corporate accounting, finance, or related disciplines
- Experience leading or coordinating audit engagements or projects
- Strong knowledge of auditing principles, internal controls, risk assessment, and financial reporting
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
- Experience in healthcare or other highly regulated industries
- Experience with audit analytics software and large data set analysis
- Exposure to automation tools, robotic process automation (RPA), or artificial intelligence (AI) technologies
- Experience performing operational, financial, compliance, or SOX audits
- Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting environments
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline required
- Master's degree (MBA or MS) preferred
Certifications
Preferred
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- Other relevant auditing or accounting certifications considered
Core Competencies
- Leadership and team collaboration
- Project management
- Critical thinking and analytical reasoning
- Financial and operational risk assessment
- Internal controls evaluation
- Business process improvement
- Data analysis and reporting
- Attention to detail
- Relationship building and stakeholder management
- Adaptability and continuous learning
- Time management and organizational skills
- Professional judgment and integrity
Travel
- Approximately 10–20% domestic travel required
- Occasional international travel may be required