Audit Supervisor Houston, TX Posted today

Sysco; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco is seeking an Audit Supervisor to join its Internal Audit team in Houston, Texas. The role balances hands-on audit execution with developing others, delivering insights that improve business operations.

You will lead audits across Sysco’s operating companies and divisions, coach staff, and collaborate with stakeholders to drive practical improvements. Travel up to 25% is expected, with a focus on risks and operational effectiveness.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in internal audit, public accounting, or related field.
• Experience leading audits or supervising team members in a complex organization.
• Strong understanding of financial and operational processes, risk controls, inventory audit, and health & safety audits.
• Proven ability to analyze problems, think critically, and drive practical business solutions.
• Effective communication skills to influence and engage stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and completion of operational and financial audits.
• Oversee audit teams and ensure timely delivery of objectives.
• Interact with operating locations including warehouses and distribution centers.
• Provide coaching and development to audit staff.
• Identify risks and opportunities for process improvement.
• Communicate actionable recommendations to management.
• Support recruitment and onboarding of audit talent.

Skills

Audit leadership

Internal audit

Risk assessment

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA/CIA preferred

Job description

We are seeking an Audit Supervisor to join our Internal Audit team. This role is ideal for a proactive leader who can balance hands‑on audit execution with developing others, while delivering meaningful insights that improve business operations. You will lead complex operational and financial audits, guide audit teams, and help shape how Internal Audit partners with the business.

Essential and Responsibilities

Lead the planning, execution, and completion of operational and financial audits across Sysco’s operating companies, divisions, and corporate functions

Oversee audit teams, including Staff and Senior Auditors, ensuring high‑quality execution and timely delivery of audit objectives

Regular interaction with operating locations, including warehouses and distribution centers

Travel expected (up to approximately 25%), primarily within the U.S., with occasional international travel

Flexibility to support audit deadlines and business needs

Break down complex business processes to identify risks, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities

Evaluate both compliance and operational effectiveness, focusing on practical business impact

Communicate clear, actionable recommendations to management, including root cause and improvement opportunities

Review workpapers, analyses, and deliverables to ensure consistency, accuracy, and alignment with Internal Audit standards

Provide coaching, mentorship, and real‑time feedback to develop audit staff and strengthen team capability

Balance multiple engagements, adjusting priorities and resources based on risk and business needs

Partner with business stakeholders while maintaining independence and professional skepticism

Support special projects, cross‑functional initiatives, and continuous improvement of audit methodologies

Contribute to recruiting, onboarding, and development of audit talent

Supervisory Responsibilities

Prior experience leading audits or supervising team members in a complex organization. There are no direct reports.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in internal audit, public accounting, or a related field

Prior experience leading audits or supervising team members in a complex organization

Strong understanding of financial and operational processes, with the ability to assess risk and controls, inventory audit, health & safety audit

Proven ability to analyze problems, think critically, and drive practical business solutions

Effective communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders

Ability to coach and develop others while maintaining accountability for deliverables

Experience working in dynamic environments with competing priorities

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

CPA, CIA, or similar certification preferred

5+ years of experience in internal audit, public accounting, or a related field

Prior experience leading audits or supervising team members in a complex organization

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affitative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law. This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.