Senior Analyst, Internal Audit

Clearsulting; Columbus (TX); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Unlimited PTO

Paid parental leave

Flexible work environment

Cell phone reimbursement

Access to mental health apps

Life insurance and disability coverage

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Clearsulting is seeking an Internal Audit Senior Analyst to lead SOX engagements, document and test internal controls over financial reporting, and communicate findings to clients. The role emphasizes coaching staff, managing audit projects, and coordinating with co-sourced teams.

Hybrid or remote office options are available with up to 20% travel. Candidates should have 3+ years of auditor experience and CPA or CIA certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience working as an auditor in external audit or internal audit for a public accounting or professional services firm.
• Experience applying technical internal control knowledge to financial statement audits or internal/operational audits.
• Authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Oversee SOX compliance engagements, including documentation, testing and reporting of internal controls over financial reporting.
• Coach staff performing assessments to evaluate controls and financial statement risks, and perform QA of testing.
• Manage audit project plans, budgets, deliverables, and client communications as main contact.
• Coordinate with co-sourced internal audit teams to deliver audit services meeting client requirements.
• Own workstreams from planning through completion with independent research and issue resolution.

Skills

Audit experience

SOX knowledge

Internal controls

Education

CPA or CIA certification

Job description

Clearsulting is a global consulting company with the motivation to deliver positive change through digital finance. Our team consists of finance specialists that bring experience and technical capabilities across the spectrum of finance, including financial close, digital reporting, risk advisory, treasury and more.

Clearsulting stands by its culture, shaped by our five Core Values: GRIT, Growth Mindset, Joy, Accountability, and Teamwork. Our unwavering dedication to these principles has garnered national recognition for our strong leadership, innovative approach, and outstanding workplace environment. Below are some of the awards and accolades that honor our commitment to excellence:

• Sunday Times Best Places to Work Award (2025-2026)
• ‘Great Place to Work’ Certified (2022-2026)
• Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Consulting (2022-2024)
• Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America (2020-2026)

Role

Internal Audit Senior Analyst

Location

• Clearsulting is headquartered in Cleveland, OH, with additional offices located in Chicago, IL; Columbus, OH; and Dallas, TX. Other cities are welcome remotely.
• Office Options: Hybrid or Remote. Team members residing within a 45 minute commuting radius of a Clearsulting office, we expect 8 days of in-person work per month, allowing flexibility choosing these days to accommodate client meetings, team syncs and individual schedules.
• Travel Expectations: Up to 20%

What You'll Do

• Oversee SOX compliance engagements, including documentation, testing, and reporting of internal controls over financial reporting, while demonstrating a strong understanding of risks, control objectives, and testing methodologies.
• Ability to coach staff as they perform assessments to evaluate controls, financial statement risks, and common business processes to execute audit procedures and perform first level quality assurance review of financial testing.
• Demonstrate extensive project management skills related to financial audit projects, including developing project plans, budgets, and deliverables schedules, and proactively communicating progress and potential roadblocks while acting as the main point of contact for our clients and working independently.
• Partner with co-sourced internal audit teams to coordinate and deliver audit services that meet the client’s internal and external audit requirements.
• Take ownership of assigned workstreams from planning through completion, demonstrating initiative, sound and professional judgement, and the ability to independently research, troubleshoot, and resolve issues while escalating significant matters appropriately.

What You'll Bring

• 3+ years of relevant experience working as an auditor in external audit or an internal audit function for a public accounting firm or professional services firm.
• Experience in applying technical internal control knowledge for at least one of the following (a) financial statement audits; (b) internal or operational audits.
• Authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

Nice-to-Haves

• One of the following certifications: CPA or CIA.
• Knowledge of SOX regulations, COSO framework and best practices in internal controls.
• Effective organizational skills and ability to effectively manage multiple and competing priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to clearly convey complex business concepts to executive audience free of grammatical errors, incorporating leading practices for business writing.

Benefits That Benefit You

We want to cultivate a thriving culture and company—and we know that your health and well-being matter. We offer a benefits package and perks for our team members that include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Unlimited PTO
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible work environment
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Access to mental health apps
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Opportunities for ad hoc bonuses

Excited about what we're doing but don't fit every requirement? No problem! At Clearsulting, we're forward-thinkers on a mission to redefine consulting excellence. We're all about diversity and inclusion, committed to assembling teams that mirror the world around us. So, if you're passionate about our mission, you could be the perfect fit for this role or another within our dynamic team.

Learn more about Clearsulting by visiting https://www.clearsulting.com/careers/culture/

The compensation range for this position is $84,000 - $110,000. We are committed to ensuring our offers reflect the value each candidate brings to the role. Final salary placement will be based on upon several factors, including, level of expertise, relevant work experience, technology certifications, educational background, geography and alignment with industry standards. This role is eligible for our bonus program.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Clearsulting is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed. We make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without discrimination on any basis protected by applicable local and statutory law.

Clearsulting participates in E-Verify to confirm U.S. employment eligibility; please review the required E-Verify Participation Notice and Right to Work Notice