Internal Audit Lead - Elevate Controls & Insights

Starbucks; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Starbucks is seeking an internal audit lead to execute audit projects, evaluate internal controls, and report findings to senior management. You will plan, lead, and mentor audit project teams, using data analytics with Excel, Tableau, and Power BI to identify trends and risks.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or accounting, professional certifications (CPA, CISA, CIA, or CFE) preferred, and at least five years in audit or related fields, including public accounting or

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, data analytics, or information systems.
• Advanced degrees or professional certifications preferred: CPA, CISA, CIA, CFE.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in audit, accounting, or financial management, including 3 years in public accounting or IA at a large global company.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit projects from planning to reporting with guidance from IA senior manager.
• Evaluate internal controls by designing and executing audit programs and procedures.
• Perform data analysis using Excel, Tableau, and Power BI to detect trends, anomalies, and potential fraud.
• Develop and present audit findings and recommendations to senior management.
• Conduct follow-up activities to monitor implementation of audit action plans.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and regulatory changes.
• Advise and provide feedback to team members to ensure high-quality work and timelines.
• Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders on risks and processes.
• Drive team enhancements and process improvements for internal audit activities.
• Support SOX 302 and 404 compliance testing including planning and testing of internal controls.

Skills

Project management

Data analytics

Tableau/Power BI

GAAP/GAAS knowledge

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Auditing standards

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/finance/accounting/data analytics

CPA / CISA / CIA / CFE certification preferred

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Excel

SQL

Alteryx

Job description

Starbucks is seeking an internal audit lead to execute audit projects, evaluate internal controls, and report findings to senior management. You will plan, lead, and mentor audit project teams, using data analytics with Excel, Tableau, and Power BI to identify trends and risks.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or accounting, professional certifications (CPA, CISA, CIA, or CFE) preferred, and at least five years in audit or related fields, including public accounting or