Lead Auditor Data Analytics (100% Virtual/Remote)

US-Food; Altoona (PA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive plan bonus

Health insurance

401(k) retirement benefits

Paid time off

Employee stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Job summary

US Foods, Inc. is seeking a senior data analytics professional to support Internal Audit by designing data-driven audit coverage, automation, and AI initiatives. You will lead analytics projects, collaborate with data engineers, and mentor staff on analytical techniques.

The role emphasizes governance, privacy, and risk controls while delivering actionable insights and cross-functional recommendations. Remote-first across the U.S.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in data analytics, business intelligence, automation, finance, risk and/or related field.
• 3 years of audit experience preferred.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains data analytics, dashboards, automated testing routines, and other technology-enabled solutions to improve audit coverage, efficiency, and insight.
• Manages objectives, scope, time, budget, and resources for continuous improvement of data analytics, automation and AI initiatives.
• Considers applicable data governance, privacy, security, and responsible AI requirements when developing solutions and evaluating risks and controls.
• Focuses on client service and ensures quality deliverables for audit project.
• Provides cross functional recommendations and insights using data and analytical techniques to resolve complex issues.
• Delivers training and hands-on coaching to staff and seniors on analytics, automation, AI and related tools and techniques.

Skills

Data analytics

Business intelligence

Automation

Risk assessment

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Agile environments

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/Statistics/Finance

Related field

Tools

SQL

KNIME

Snowflake

Sigma

Tableau

Power BI

Excel

Power Query

Python

Power Automate

Copilot Studio

Job description

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITEJoin Our Community of Food People!Support Internal Audit and US Foods broader business objectives by leading the practical use of data analytics, automation, and artificial intelligence (AI). Design, develop, and implement technology-enabled solutions that expand audit coverage, improve efficiency, and deliver meaningful insights. Apply these capabilities across operational and financial audits, SOX compliance, investigations, special projects, and management requests. Share knowledge and provide training to promote the effective use of digital capabilities throughout the department. Success in this role requires the ability to work independently, collaborate across teams, and adapt to a changing environment.This position has been segmented \"Remote Anywhere\" meaning the work is completed 100% remote anywhere in the U.S. except Hawaii or United States Territories.This position has been segmented as Remote Anywhere meaning the work is completed 100% remote anywhere in the U.S. except Hawaii or United States Territories.Responsibilities:Develops and maintains data analytics, dashboards, automated testing routines, and other technology-enabled solutions to improve audit coverage, efficiency, and insightManages objectives, scope, time, budget, and resources for continuous improvement of data analytics, automation and AI initiativesConsiders applicable data governance, privacy, security, and responsible AI requirements when developing solutions and evaluating risks and controlsFocuses on client service and ensures quality deliverables for audit projectProvides cross functional recommendations and insights using data and analytical techniques to resolve complex issuesDelivers training and hands-on coaching to staff and seniors on analytics, automation, AI and related tools and techniques.Collaborate with the data architects and data engineers to collect and analyze dataBuilds expertise in multiple areas of data intelligence and technical accounting topicsContributes to department strategies and initiativesOvernight travel up to 10%Relationships:Internal: Internal Audit, Digital-Technology and Governance Teams, IT Enterprise Data Team, Corporate and Field Finance and Commercial Teams, Shared Business ServicesundefinedExternal: External auditors, contractors, vendors and regulatory bodiesMinimum Qualifications:4 years of experience in relevant experience in data analytics, business intelligence, automation, finance, technology, risk and/or related field3 years of audit experience preferredSupervisory experience preferredUp to 10% overnight travelStrong proactive problem-solving, critical and analytical thinking skillsData Mining and analytic experienceKnowledge of data preparation, data quality, validation, analysis, and visualization concepts.Ability to manage multiple priorities and complete work independently while collaborating effectively with others to meet the needs of business stakeholdersAbility to explain technical concepts, analytical results, assumptions, and limitations to nontechnical audiencesAbility to work well in agile environments as team member and leaderAbility to deal well with ambiguity and complex situationsRespected as a positive role model, exemplifying integrity, fairness, and respectLeadership, self-motivated and continuous improvement mentalityExperience with tools such as SQL, KNIME, Snowflake, Sigma, Tableau, Power BI, Excel, Power Query, Python, Power Automate, or Copilot Studio preferred; expertise across all tools is not requiredProficiency in Microsoft Office SuiteStrong written and verbal communication skillsGeneral IT knowledgeEducation:Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) in Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Finance, or a related fieldCertification/Training:Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) preferredThis role will also receive an annual incentive plan bonus.Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html.Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state or local minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between$80,000 - $130,000***EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***