Senior Internal Auditor — Hybrid, SOX & Controls Lead

Socket.dev; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Farmer Mac is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to execute risk-based audits of internal controls, risk management and governance processes at our Washington, DC headquarters. You will participate in planning, testing, evidence evaluation, reporting, and remediation, while supervising staff auditors and coordinating with external auditors.

The role emphasizes professional skepticism, clear communication, and adherence to Internal Audit standards, with SOX 404 testing support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of internal audit, public accounting, or related field experience; CPA/CIA/CISA/CFA/CFE preferred.
• Professional skepticism, judgment, and adherence to internal audit standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform risk-based audits of finance, accounting, and governance processes.
• Assist with audit planning, risk assessments, and scoping.
• Supervise staff auditors in test steps and evidence evaluation.
• Draft audit findings and recommendations with management.
• Coordinate with co-source providers and external auditors for remediation.

Skills

Project management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Professional skepticism

Attention to detail

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Tools

AuditBoard

Optro

Job description

Farmer Mac is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to execute risk-based audits of internal controls, risk management and governance processes at our Washington, DC headquarters. You will participate in planning, testing, evidence evaluation, reporting, and remediation, while supervising staff auditors and coordinating with external auditors.

The role emphasizes professional skepticism, clear communication, and adherence to Internal Audit standards, with SOX 404 testing support.