Senior Internal Auditor — Hybrid Role, Global Risk & SOX

The AES Corporation; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The AES Corporation is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to lead risk-based audits, evaluate controls, and advise on improvements across the organization. This hybrid role is preferably based in Salt Lake City, Utah, with travel to domestic and international sites as needed.

Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years in auditing, a relevant degree, and professional certifications such as CIA or CPA. Strong analytical and communication skills, plus ability to coach staff, are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Economics, or related field.
• 3–5 years of internal audit, external audit, risk management, or related experience.
• CIA/CPA or equivalent designation preferred; certification in progress encouraged.
• Big 4 or multinational audit experience preferred.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead risk-based audits of operational processes and controls.
• Evaluate design and effectiveness of controls across departments.
• Develop practical, risk-based recommendations with management.
• Prepare clear workpapers and audit reports that meet quality standards.
• Communicate findings and status to stakeholders clearly and timely.
• Coach and guide junior team members; support remediation efforts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Root cause analysis

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Audit analytics tools

Data visualization tools

Job description

The AES Corporation is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to lead risk-based audits, evaluate controls, and advise on improvements across the organization. This hybrid role is preferably based in Salt Lake City, Utah, with travel to domestic and international sites as needed.

Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years in auditing, a relevant degree, and professional certifications such as CIA or CPA. Strong analytical and communication skills, plus ability to coach staff, are essential.