Senior Internal Auditor - Global SOX & Controls Expert

Edwards Lifesciences Gruppe; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Edwards Lifesciences is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to join a global internal audit team. You will support audits, SOX reviews, and advisory engagements, applying professional judgment to assess risk and strengthen internal controls across functions.

The role involves preparing impactful reports, mentoring junior staff, and traveling internationally (3–5 trips/year, up to two weeks each). A Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance and 5+ years of audit experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in internal audit, public accounting, risk management, SOX compliance, or related disciplines required.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, risk assessment methodologies, audit practices, GAAP, and SOX requirements.
• Ability to independently manage multiple priorities and complex assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Data analytic skills, ability to leverage AI to drive audit efficiency, and knowledge of audit management software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Audit Lead in audit planning and independently execute operational audits, SOX compliance reviews, advisory engagements, and special projects in accordance with professional and departmental standards.
• Apply sound professional judgement to assess business risks and internal control effectiveness across operational, financial, compliance, and information technology processes, and develop practical, value-added recommendations to mitigate identified risks.
• Develop and communicate clear, concise, and impactful audit reports and presentations to management and senior leadership.
• Build productive working relationships with management and business partners and serve as a trusted advisor on governance, risk and control matters.
• Act as a resource and mentor to less experienced team members by providing guidance, knowledge sharing, and informal coaching.
• Support continuous improvement of audit methodologies, tools, analytics, and processes.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
• This role requires domestic and international business travel, approximately 3-5 trips annually across the United States and Asia Pacific region, with each trip typically lasting up to two weeks.

Skills

Analytical skills

Investigative skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Data analytics

AI in audit

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Audit management software

Job description

Edwards Lifesciences is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to join a global internal audit team. You will support audits, SOX reviews, and advisory engagements, applying professional judgment to assess risk and strengthen internal controls across functions.

The role involves preparing impactful reports, mentoring junior staff, and traveling internationally (3–5 trips/year, up to two weeks each). A Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance and 5+ years of audit experience are required.