Senior Internal Auditor

TruGreen Limited; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 66,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Company-matching 401(k)

Job summary

TruGreen is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to evaluate internal controls, risk management, and compliance. You will plan and conduct audits across financial, operational and compliance domains, developing practical recommendations and documenting findings with clear evidence.

The role reports to the Director of Internal Audit and requires independence, analytical rigor, and strong collaboration with business teams to enhance control effectiveness and business performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in internal audit, external audit, risk management, internal controls, or related field.
• Demonstrated experience conducting financial, operational, or internal control audits.
• Strong understanding of internal auditing principles, risk-based auditing methodologies, internal controls, and business processes.
• Ability to independently plan and execute assigned audit procedures, evaluate evidence, and develop conclusions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to document findings and communicate results to management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute financial, operational, compliance, and internal control audits.
• Perform risk assessments to identify key business risks and develop audit procedures.
• Evaluate processes and records to assess accuracy, efficiency, and control effectiveness.
• Develop audit programs, testing procedures, and evidence documentation.
• Conduct interviews and walkthroughs to understand processes and controls.
• Prepare audit workpapers, findings, and conclusions with evidence.
• Manage audit activities from planning to reporting independently.
• Discuss preliminary findings with management and obtain responses.
• Develop practical, risk-based recommendations to strengthen controls and efficiency.
• Prepare clear audit reports and present findings to senior leadership and Audit Committee.
• Perform follow-up on corrective actions and track progress.
• Maintain independence and relationships with process owners and leaders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

101800701 Cool Springs Blvd, Franklin, Tennessee 37067

TruGreen accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

Job Description

TruGreen is committed to providing personalized attention for our associates. We focus on developing our people by building proud, dynamic teams while helping associates reach their personal and professional goals. We continuously strive to make TruGreen an employer of choice and "a great place to work!"

Position Overview

The Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls, operational processes, risk management practices, and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. This position conducts risk-based internal audits, identifies opportunities to strengthen controls and improve business performance, and provides practical recommendations to management.

Reporting to the Director of Internal Audit, the Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for independently executing assigned audit engagements, including planning, risk assessment, fieldwork, testing, documentation, and reporting, in accordance with established internal audit methodologies and professional standards. The role requires strong analytical skills, sound professional judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to build effective working relationships across the organization while maintaining independence and objectivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute assigned financial, operational, compliance, and internal control audits under the direction of the Director of Internal Audit, in accordance with established audit methodologies and professional standards.
• Perform engagement-level risk assessments to identify key business risks, evaluate existing controls, and develop audit procedures aligned with identified risks.
• Evaluate business processes, transactions, financial records, and supporting documentation to assess accuracy, efficiency, compliance, and control effectiveness.
• Develop audit programs and testing procedures, establish testing criteria, analyze supporting evidence, and identify control deficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
• Conduct interviews, walkthroughs, and other information-gathering activities to understand business processes, identify risks, and evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and comprehensive audit workpapers that document procedures performed, evidence obtained, findings identified, and conclusions reached.
• Independently manage assigned audit activities from planning through reporting, ensuring audit objectives are achieved, work is completed within established timelines, and results are appropriately supported.
• Discuss preliminary audit findings with management to validate observations, identify root causes, assess associated risks, and obtain management responses.
• Develop practical, risk-based recommendations to strengthen internal controls, improve operational efficiency, and reduce business risk.
• Prepare audit reports and presentations that clearly communicate findings, associated risks, root causes, and recommendations to management. Support the Director of Internal Audit in communicating significant audit matters to senior leadership and the Audit Committee.
• Perform follow-up procedures to evaluate management’s progress in implementing corrective actions and determine whether identified risks have been appropriately addressed.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with business leaders and process owners while maintaining professional independence and objectivity.
• Identify opportunities to improve internal audit processes, methodologies, and overall departmental effectiveness.
• Assist with special projects, investigations, and other risk assessment activities as directed by the Director of Internal Audit.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in internal audit, external audit, risk management, internal controls, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience conducting financial, operational, compliance, or internal control audits.
• Strong understanding of internal auditing principles, risk-based auditing methodologies, internal controls, and business processes.
• Ability to independently plan and execute assigned audit procedures, evaluate supporting evidence, and develop well-supported conclusions.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify risks, evaluate control deficiencies, and recommend practical improvements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to document audit findings and effectively communicate results and recommendations to management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or progress toward certification.
• Experience with audit management software or data analytics tools.
• Experience independently managing audit engagements or coordinating audit activities with cross-functional teams.

Travel Requirements

Up to 25% overnight travel may be required to support operational and site audits, investigations, training, and other business needs.

Pay Ranges

$65,979.00 - $109,965.00

In addition to monetary compensation, we offer benefits, including Medical/Dental/Vision insurance and Company-matching 401(k) in addition to other programs and perks.

TruGreen is proud to affirm our commitment to hiring veterans. We recognize and appreciate the exceptional skills, dedication, and leadership that veterans bring to the workforce. By fostering an inclusive and diverse environment, we aim to leverage the unique experiences of veterans, creating a richer, more dynamic workplace.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regularly required to

• Sit, stand and walk
• Use hands and arms to handle, feel or reach
• Speak and hear
• Use close vision abilities

Occasionally required to

• Lift or move up to 25 lbs
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Noise level

• Low to moderate

Adverse Conditions

• Minimal

Ability to speak, read and write fluently in English is required.

You MUST BE physically located in the United States while performing this job.

TruGreen is committed to Diversity and Inclusion. We encourage diverse candidates to apply to this position. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. To learn more, please visit EEOC/EEO | TruGreen (trugreenjobs.com).