Senior Internal Audit Lead: Strategy, Automation & AI

OneSearch Partners; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

OneSearch Partners is seeking a Senior Manager of Internal Audit to lead a high-performing team in executing a comprehensive global risk-based internal audit plan covering operational, compliance, financial, and technology audits.

The role emphasizes collaboration, technology-forward leadership, and staff development, with a focus on automation, AI integration, and business transformation across the audit function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, IT, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• CIA certification required or willingness to obtain within 1 year.
• 10+ years in internal audit, public accounting, or consulting with leadership experience.
• COSO, Global Internal Audit Standards familiarity; U.S. GAAP knowledge; IT controls literacy.
• Strong problem-solving, written and verbal communication; executive presence.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams in executing the annual global risk-based internal audit plan.
• Ensure application of IIA Global Internal Audit Standards across audits.
• Conduct risk assessments, interviews, and engagement scoping.
• Prepare and deliver audit reports, flowcharts, and test plans; drive remediation.
• Coach and develop audit staff; foster career growth.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships to improve controls and drive efficiency.
• Lead automation and AI integration initiatives within the audit team; support SOX compliance and special projects.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, IT, or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, IT, or related field

Job description

OneSearch Partners is seeking a Senior Manager of Internal Audit to lead a high-performing team in executing a comprehensive global risk-based internal audit plan covering operational, compliance, financial, and technology audits.

The role emphasizes collaboration, technology-forward leadership, and staff development, with a focus on automation, AI integration, and business transformation across the audit function.