Internal Audit Lead - Data-Driven & SOX Expert

Starbucks Corp.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Starbucks Corporation in Seattle seeks an internal audit lead to execute audit projects assessing internal controls and policy adherence. You will plan, lead, perform, and report findings with recommendations to strengthen control effectiveness and business operations.

The role involves mentoring audit project teams, applying data analytics with Excel, Tableau, SQL, and Power BI, and supporting SOX 302 and 404 testing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, data analytics, or information systems.
• Professional certifications (CPA, CISA, CIA, CFE) preferred but not required.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive audit, accounting, or financial management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned audit projects from planning through reporting with guidance from IA senior manager.
• Assess internal controls by designing and executing audit programs to meet objectives and scope.
• Perform data analysis to detect trends, anomalies, or potential fraud using analytics tools.
• Develop and present audit findings and recommendations to senior management.
• Conduct follow-up to validate remediation of audit action plans.
• Stay updated on industry standards and regulatory changes through ongoing education.
• Provide feedback to team members to ensure high-quality work and timely delivery.
• Build relationships with stakeholders to stay informed on business risks and processes.
• Drive process improvements for internal audit activities and methodologies.
• Support SOX 302 and 404 compliance testing, including planning, scoping, and testing controls.

Skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Team leadership

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Continuous learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

CPA / CISA / CIA / CFE preferred certifications

Tools

Alteryx

Tableau

SQL

Power BI

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Starbucks Corporation in Seattle seeks an internal audit lead to execute audit projects assessing internal controls and policy adherence. You will plan, lead, perform, and report findings with recommendations to strengthen control effectiveness and business operations.

The role involves mentoring audit project teams, applying data analytics with Excel, Tableau, SQL, and Power BI, and supporting SOX 302 and 404 testing.