Senior Internal Audit & Analytics Lead (Hybrid, Chicago)

cw; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Retirement savings plan

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield in Chicago seeks an Internal Audit Senior Associate to help execute the annual audit plan and advise on improvements across financial, operational, and compliance areas.

The role emphasizes data analytics, AI-enabled tools, and collaboration with Senior Leadership. Hybrid work arrangement, up to 40% travel, and growth opportunities within Internal Audit are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3+ years of external/internal auditing with public or private firms.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Information Systems, or related field; CPA/CIA preferred.
• Demonstrates knowledge of IIA Standards and data analytics concepts.
• Experience with data analytics, visualization, and AI-enabled tools in audit work.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support the annual audit plan execution.
• Lead planning, fieldwork, and reporting for audits and advisory engagements.
• Develop risk-based audit programs aligned with regulations and business objectives.
• Assess internal control risks and identify control weaknesses with professional skepticism.
• Communicate findings clearly to Senior Leadership and assist remediation.

Skills

Data analytics

Auditing

Communication

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Accounting/IS/Business degree

CPA/CIA preferred

Tools

SQL

Python

Excel

Job description

Cushman & Wakefield in Chicago seeks an Internal Audit Senior Associate to help execute the annual audit plan and advise on improvements across financial, operational, and compliance areas.

The role emphasizes data analytics, AI-enabled tools, and collaboration with Senior Leadership. Hybrid work arrangement, up to 40% travel, and growth opportunities within Internal Audit are offered.