Senior Auditor

Ledgent-Finance-; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent-Finance- is seeking a Senior Auditor to support the SOX program, internal controls, and internal audit initiatives in Phoenix, AZ. The role partners with management and external auditors to assess controls and drive remediation efforts.

The candidate will bring an audit foundation, strong communication skills, and experience with ICFR/SOX, with emphasis on testing, reporting, and process improvement. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPA/CIA/CISA preferred or actively pursuing certification.
• 3+ years in public accounting, internal audit, SOX, or related fields.
• Knowledge of ICFR and SOX requirements.
• Experience with Big Four or large regional firms.
• Data analytics, reporting, or audit automation experience.
• Experience in operational audits and process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support the annual SOX compliance program, including walkthroughs, risk assessments and testing of internal controls.
• Assist in documenting and remediating control deficiencies and audit findings.
• Prepare reports and analyses on control deficiencies and compliance activities for management.
• Coordinate with external auditors by scheduling walkthroughs and providing documentation.
• Participate in planning and execution of operational audits and advisory engagements.
• Maintain audit management systems, update documentation, and generate reports.
• Execute audit procedures and document results per standards and methodologies.
• Evaluate business processes for improvements, risk mitigation, and efficiency.
• Develop relationships with stakeholders across departments.
• Assist with special audit projects as assigned.

Skills

SOX compliance

ICFR

Data analytics

Audit automation

Big Four

Risk assessment

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin

Job description

Senior Auditor (JN -102026-432281) Phoenix, Arizona

Salary: USD90000 - USD100000 per year

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Internal Auditor to support the organization's Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program, internal control environment, and operational audit activities. This role will partner with business stakeholders, management, and external auditors to evaluate internal controls, identify risks, support remediation efforts, and help maintain compliance with regulatory and corporate governance requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong audit foundation, excellent communication skills, and experience with SOX testing and internal controls over financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the annual SOX compliance program, including process walkthroughs, risk assessments, and testing of internal controls to evaluate design and operating effectiveness.
• Assist in identifying, documenting, tracking, and facilitating the remediation of control deficiencies and audit findings.
• Prepare reports and analyses related to control deficiencies, audit results, and compliance activities for management review.
• Coordinate with external auditors by scheduling walkthroughs, supporting testing activities, providing requested documentation, and ensuring timely communication.
• Participate in the planning and execution of operational audits, risk assessments, and advisory engagements.
• Maintain and administer audit management and compliance tracking systems, including updating documentation, monitoring testing status, and generating reports.
• Execute assigned audit procedures and document results in accordance with internal audit standards and established methodologies.
• Evaluate business processes and internal controls to identify opportunities for process improvements, risk mitigation, and operational efficiency.
• Develop effective working relationships with stakeholders across multiple departments and organizational levels.
• Assist with special projects and other internal audit initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certification or active pursuit of a CPA, CIA, CISA, or similar designation preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in public accounting, internal audit, SOX compliance, risk management, or related fields.
• Knowledge of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) and SOX compliance requirements.
• Experience with a Big Four or large regional public accounting firm.
• Data analytics, reporting, or audit automation experience.
• Experience participating in operational audits, risk assessments, and process improvement initiatives.