Senior Internal Audit Analyst

Albemarle Netherlands BV; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Albemarle seeks a Senior Internal Auditor in Charlotte, NC, a hybrid role (3 days in office). You will participate in all audit phases—planning, testing, reporting, and remediation follow-up—while collaborating with internal teams and external partners to strengthen controls.

The role requires 2–4 years of Big Four or related experience, a solid SOX/ITGC foundation, and relevant certifications (or willingness to obtain within 12 months). Strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• BA or BS in Accounting or Finance with certification or willingness to obtain within 12 months
• 2–4 years of Big Four audit or relevant experience
• Solid understanding of SOX, IT general controls, and IT application controls
• Knowledge of COSO, COBIT, and IIA standards
• Strong communication and collaboration across teams, including remote partners

Responsibilities

• Participate in all phases of audits including planning, testing, reporting, and remediation follow-up
• Collaborate with team members, third-party partners, and management to add value
• Identify and escalate significant audit issues with remediation plans
• Analyze data to identify trends, variances, and internal control risks
• Assist with special projects such as process or control redesign, fraud analysis, or system implementation

Skills

Auditing experience

SOX & ITGC

COSO/COBIT

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Remote collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA/CIA/CISA/CFE or equivalent certification or willingness to obtain within 12 months

Tools

AuditBoard

PowerBI

Tableau

IDEA

SQL

CAAT

Job description

Be an essential element to a brighter future. We work together to transform essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity and health. Join our values-led organization committed to building a more resilient world with people and planet in mind. Our core values are the foundation that make us successful for ourselves, our customers and the planet.

Albemarle is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to join our team. This position is hybrid (3-days per week in office) and located in Charlotte, NC.

What You Will Do

• Audit Participation: Participate in all phases of operational, financial, compliance IT, and strategic audits, including planning, scheduling, execution of testing, summarization of results, report preparation, presentation of results to management and follow-up with stakeholders on remediation efforts.
• Stakeholder Management: Work collaboratively with team members, third-party co-sourced partners, key stakeholders, and management on audit engagements. Build and maintain key relationships with stakeholders, fostering a culture of engagement and adding value.
• Issue Identification and Escalation: Identify and escalation significant audit issues, collaborating with managers to develop remediation plans.
• Data Analysis: Analyze data to identify trends, variances, inconsistencies, and internal control risks.
• Special Projects: Assist managers with special projects, which may include process or control redesign, fraud analysis, system implementation consultation, investigation of potential non-compliance, and other business initiatives.

What You Bring

• BA or BS in Accounting, Finance, or another related field CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE or other related financial certification (or willingness to obtain certification within 12 months)
• Minimum 2-4 years of Big Four audit or relevant experience
• Detailed understanding of SOX requirements, IT general controls, and IT application controls
• Knowledge of COSO, COBIT, and the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditors; familiarity with the Institute of Internal Auditors’ Code of Ethics and Practice Advisories for Assurance and Consulting Services.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize and work simultaneously on multiple projects with varying deadlines while maintaining a strong attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work and collaborate within a team environment and build relationships throughout the organization
• Ability to collaborate with remote teams
• Positive and “can do” attitude
• Ability to present ideas and information in a clear, concise, and organized manner
• Listens to others to respond effectively to ideas and questions

Preferred

• Master’s degree in business, Data Analysis, Accounting, or related field Mining, internal or external accounting, chemical, or manufacturing industry experience
• Working experience with AuditBoard, PowerBI, Tableau, IDEA, SQL, CAAT, or other data analysis programs

Travel: Approximately 20-25% (domestic and/or international) This role requires travel to company sites #LI-CJ1

Benefits of Joining Albemarle

Competitive compensation Comprehensive benefits package A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.

When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together. Be an essential element to a brighter future. Albemarle leads the world in transforming essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity and health. A reliable and high-quality global supply of lithium and bromine allows us to deliver advanced solutions for our customers. Join our values-led organization committed to building a more resilient world with people and planet in mind. At Albemarle, we’re focused on the professional and personal growth of our people as well as the quality and development of the products we deliver. We thrive in a collaborative, inclusive workplace, where everyone is given the tools to succeed, and diversity of thought and experience powers us. Explore our open opportunities where you can help shape the future, build with purpose and grow together.

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