Global Internal Auditor — Travel-Heavy, Data-Driven Risk

Colgate; New York (NY); On-site; USD 97,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional paid holidays

Paid vacation/PTO

401(k) with company matching

Health, dental, vision benefits

Parental leave

Job summary

Colgate-Palmolive is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to provide independent assurance and risk management oversight across global operations. The role reports to the Director of Corporate Audit and involves traveling internationally to assess risks, evaluate internal controls, and lead special projects using data analytics.

Responsibilities include planning audits, testing, reporting findings, and guiding staff auditors.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken) mandatory.
• 4+ years of experience in Finance.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 60%-70% of the time, majority international travel.
• Proficiency in Google Suite (Docs/Sheets/Slides), Microsoft and/or DOMO reports.
• Knowledge of SAP.
• Working knowledge of GAAP, SOX, and related internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and analyze business data to assess risks and prepare audit planning memorandums.
• Conduct detailed audit testing and ensure documentation per standards.
• Prepare agendas and presentations for audit meetings with key stakeholders.
• Lead, review, and train staff auditors to maintain quality controls.
• Collaborate with local and corporate personnel on policies and procedures.
• Leverage AI-driven tools and data analytics to optimize audit workflows.

Skills

Fluent English

Education

Undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft

DOMO

SAP

Job description

Colgate-Palmolive is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to provide independent assurance and risk management oversight across global operations. The role reports to the Director of Corporate Audit and involves traveling internationally to assess risks, evaluate internal controls, and lead special projects using data analytics.

Responsibilities include planning audits, testing, reporting findings, and guiding staff auditors.