Senior Internal Auditor - Global Risk & Process Improvement

Socket.dev; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AES Corporation is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to plan and execute risk-based audits across operational, financial, and compliance areas. The role emphasizes collaborative problem solving, stakeholder engagement, and delivering actionable recommendations that strengthen controls and efficiency.

The position is hybrid, with domestic and international travel, and offers opportunities to influence enterprise risk management and continuous process improvements within a global organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Economics, or a related field.
• CIA or CPA certification preferred; candidates actively pursuing certification supported.
• Experience in internal audit, external audit, risk management, or compliance.
• Experience within Big 4 or multinational organization is preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead risk‑based operational audits including scoping, risk assessment, and reporting.
• Evaluate design and operating effectiveness of internal controls across functions.
• Identify root causes and develop practical, value‑driven recommendations.
• Prepare clear workpapers, findings, and reports meeting quality standards.
• Communicate audit objectives and results to stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Build relationships and support continuous improvement across the business.
• Monitor remediation actions and gather evidence of effectiveness.
• Coach team members and contribute to audit methodologies and tools.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Collaboration across teams

Problem solving

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Economics, or related field

CIA or CPA certification (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Audit analytics tools

Job description

AES Corporation is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to plan and execute risk-based audits across operational, financial, and compliance areas. The role emphasizes collaborative problem solving, stakeholder engagement, and delivering actionable recommendations that strengthen controls and efficiency.

The position is hybrid, with domestic and international travel, and offers opportunities to influence enterprise risk management and continuous process improvements within a global organization.