Advisor, Internal Auditor- Finance SOX

Cardinal Health; Springfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Health Savings Account

401k savings plan

Access to wages before pay day

FSAs

Disability insurance

Work-Life resources

Paid parental leave

Healthy lifestyle programs

Job summary

Cardinal Health is seeking an experienced Internal Audit professional to oversee SOX program testing, controls review, and collaboration with external auditors. The role supports acquisitions transitions and leads department initiatives in data analytics, DE&I, and staff development.

Ideal candidate has 3+ years auditing experience, CPA/CIA preferred, and strong communication skills. This is a full-time role based in the Greater Columbus area with remote options for eastern/central time zones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred, or equivalent work experience, preferred.
• 3+ years internal or external audit experience, preferred.
• Certified Internal Auditor or Certified Public Accountant Preferred
• Good communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation)

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading efforts of managing and executing the SOX program including identifying, performing testing, and review of SOX controls, while working with and maintaining relationships with business.
• Work directly with and perform substantive audit procedures on the behalf of our external auditors EY.
• Assist with the transition of controls/processes of new acquisitions and business transformations.
• Act as a subject matter expert in the related business/process being evaluated.
• Provide assistance to less experienced staff as needed.
• Lead in department development efforts centered on Data Analytics, Training, Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DE&I), Career Development and other areas of impact.

Skills

Audit experience

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

CIA/CPA preferred

Job description

What Internal Audit-Finance contributes to Cardinal Health

Finance oversees the accounting, tax, financial plans and policies of the organization, establishes and maintains fiscal controls, prepares and interprets financial reports, oversees financial systems and safeguards the organization's assets.

Internal Audit - Finance conducts financial and operational audits to ensure compliance with policies, procedures and regulations. This family evaluates and recommends improvements to business practices, processes and control procedures and manages Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) compliance and fraud investigations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading efforts of managing and executing the SOX program including identifying, performing testing, and review of SOX controls, while working with and maintaining relationships with business.
• Work directly with and perform substantive audit procedures on the behalf of our external auditors EY.
• Assist with the transition of controls/processes of new acquisitions and business transformations.
• Act as a subject matter expert in the related business/process being evaluated.
• Provide assistance to less experienced staff as needed.
• Lead in department development efforts centered on Data Analytics, Training, Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DE&I), Career Development and other areas of impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in related field preferred, or equivalent work experience, preferred
• 3+ years internal or external audit experience, preferred
• Certified Internal Auditor or Certified Public Accountant Preferred
• Good communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation)

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies comprehensive knowledge and a thorough understanding of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks and projects
• May contribute to the development of policies and procedures
• Works on complex projects of large scope
• Develops technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems. Solutions are innovative and consistent with organization objectives
• Completes work independently receives general guidance on new projects
• Work reviewed for purpose of meeting objectives
• May act as a mentor to less experienced colleagues

Full time

Ideal candidate will be based in the Greater Columbus, Ohio area! Also open to remote candidates that reside in Eastern or Central time zones.

Anticipated salary range: $80,900-$103,950

Bonus eligible: No

Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 09/18/2026

The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health, Inc. (NYSE: CAH) is a distributor of pharmaceuticals, a global manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products, and a provider of performance and data solutions for healthcare facilities.

We are a crucial link between the clinical and operational sides of healthcare, delivering end‑to‑end solutions and data‑driving insights that advance healthcare and improve lives every day. With deep partnerships, diverse perspectives and innovative digital solutions, we build connections across the continuum of care.

With more than 50 years of experience, we seize the opportunity to address healthcare's most complicated challenges — now, and in the future.

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