Senior Internal Audit Lead - SOX & Risk Advisor

Forvis Mazars US; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars LLP is seeking an Internal Audit professional to partner with clients across industries, delivering audits and risk assessments from planning through execution. You will document processes, test controls, and communicate findings to clients, while leveraging data analytics and AI to enhance quality and efficiency.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, adherence to professional standards, and ability to work in a fast-paced consulting environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Experience in internal audit, risk advisory, SOX compliance, or risk management environments.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience in public accounting or consulting environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver internal audit, operational audit, compliance, SOX, risk assessment, and process improvement engagements for clients across industries.
• Lead portions of engagements from planning through execution, ensuring work aligns with client objectives.
• Conduct walkthroughs and interviews to understand processes, identify risks, and evaluate control environments.
• Document processes, risks, and controls using narratives, flowcharts, and risk-control matrices.
• Perform testing of controls, compliance requirements, and key processes to assess design and operating effectiveness.
• Develop audit programs and test plans; analyze results and communicate recommendations.
• Prepare workpapers and client deliverables in line with firm methodologies and standards.
• Participate in client meetings and present findings to management and stakeholders.
• Utilize data analytics and technology-enabled tools to enhance audit quality and efficiency.
• Use AI to improve documenting and testing controls.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

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

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Data analytics tools

GRC platforms

Alteryx

Power BI

Job description

Forvis Mazars LLP is seeking an Internal Audit professional to partner with clients across industries, delivering audits and risk assessments from planning through execution. You will document processes, test controls, and communicate findings to clients, while leveraging data analytics and AI to enhance quality and efficiency.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, adherence to professional standards, and ability to work in a fast-paced consulting environment.