Senior Internal Auditor

Kforce Inc; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Kforce has a client seeking a Senior Internal Auditor in Cambridge, MA. The role will execute risk-based audits across financial, operational, technology and compliance areas, and will partner with stakeholders to strengthen controls.

The candidate should have a bachelor’s in accounting/finance and 2+ years in audit or risk, with SOX experience a bonus. Travel is possible as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field.
• 2+ years of internal audit, external audit, risk, controls, or related experience.
• Experience performing audit testing, documenting findings, and evaluating control effectiveness.
• Working knowledge of audit methodologies, internal controls, risk assessment, and accounting principles.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to travel periodically, including for international assignments.
• Experience with SOX compliance or internal control testing is beneficial.
• Experience in life sciences, healthcare, financial services, or another regulated industry is beneficial.
• Exposure to data analytics, audit technology, automation, or AI-enabled tools is a plus.
• Professional certification or progress toward an accounting or audit-related certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute risk-based financial, operational, technology, and compliance audits from planning through completion.
• Evaluate business processes, internal controls, and operational risks to identify improvement opportunities.
• Conduct stakeholder interviews and process walkthroughs to understand workflows, risks, and control environments.
• Perform audit testing, analyze results, identify control gaps, and determine potential root causes.
• Develop clear audit findings and practical recommendations that support stronger controls and business operations.
• Prepare accurate workpapers and documentation that support audit conclusions and quality standards.
• Partner with business stakeholders while maintaining independence and objectivity.
• Support internal control and regulatory compliance testing, including SOX-related activities.
• Use data analytics and technology-enabled techniques to enhance audit testing and efficiency.
• Assist with special projects, process improvements, automation, and other internal audit initiatives.
• Provide guidance to junior team members and communicate significant risks or issues to audit leadership.

Skills

Internal audit

Risk assessment

Data analytics

SOX knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Audit software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor in Cambridge, MA.

Responsibilities:

• Senior Internal Auditor will execute risk-based financial, operational, technology, and compliance audits from planning through completion
• Evaluate business processes, internal controls, and operational risks to identify improvement opportunities
• Conduct stakeholder interviews and process walkthroughs to understand workflows, risks, and control environments
• Perform audit testing, analyze results, identify control gaps, and determine potential root causes
• Develop clear audit findings and practical recommendations that support stronger controls and business operations
• Prepare accurate workpapers and documentation that support audit conclusions and quality standards
• As a Senior Internal Auditor, you will partner with business stakeholders while maintaining appropriate independence and objectivity
• Support internal control and regulatory compliance testing, including SOX-related activities
• Use data analytics and technology-enabled techniques to enhance audit testing and efficiency
• Assist with special projects, process improvements, automation, and other internal audit initiatives
• Provide guidance to junior team members and communicate significant risks or issues to audit leadership

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
• 2+ years of internal audit, external audit, risk, controls, or related experience
• Experience performing audit testing, documenting findings, and evaluating control effectiveness
• Working knowledge of audit methodologies, internal controls, risk assessment, and accounting principles
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, research, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to travel periodically, including for international assignments
• Experience with SOX compliance or internal control testing is beneficial
• Experience in life sciences, healthcare, financial services, or another regulated industry is beneficial
• Exposure to data analytics, audit technology, automation, or AI-enabled tools is a plus
• Professional certification or progress toward an accounting or audit-related certification is a plus

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.