Lead Auditor: SOX, Analytics & AI Innovation (Hybrid)

Poolcorp; Covington (LA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

POOLCORP is seeking a Lead Internal Auditor to conduct financial, operational, compliance, and IT audits for corporate functions and sales centers across the U.S. You will supervise staff, plan engagements, and contribute to risk assessment while leveraging AI, Power BI, and data analytics to drive smarter controls.

This hybrid role requires in-office presence 3 days per week and 20–25% travel. A CPA/CIA/CISA or equivalent certification and 3+ years in a Fortune 500 or professional services

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field.
• CPA, CIA, CISA or equivalent certification.
• Understanding of IIA standards and GAAP.
• GenAI / data analytics / visualization experience using Power BI, Alteryx, DataSnipper and CoPilot.
• Proficiency in MS Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Travel 20-25% and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience, preferably in a Fortune 500 or professional services firm.

Responsibilities

• Leads and supports audit engagements from planning through execution.
• Drives innovation and analytics using Power BI and AI tools.
• Coordinates with external auditors for efficiency and cost control.
• Completes sales center audits and reviews both domestic and international.
• Develops work programs and documents audit materials.
• Prepares audit reports for Senior Management and Audit Committee.
• Mentors audit staff and fosters cross-functional relationships.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strong written and verbal comms

Travel 20-25%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related

Tools

Power BI

Alteryx

DataSnipper

CoPilot

Job description

POOLCORP is seeking a Lead Internal Auditor to conduct financial, operational, compliance, and IT audits for corporate functions and sales centers across the U.S. You will supervise staff, plan engagements, and contribute to risk assessment while leveraging AI, Power BI, and data analytics to drive smarter controls.

This hybrid role requires in-office presence 3 days per week and 20–25% travel. A CPA/CIA/CISA or equivalent certification and 3+ years in a Fortune 500 or professional services