Senior Internal Auditor — Risk & Controls Leader

Vaco by Highspring; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to support internal audit and risk management programs across financial, operational, and compliance areas.

The role emphasizes evaluating internal controls, identifying process improvements, and partnering with business leaders to strengthen controls. Strong analytical and communication skills, plus familiarity with SOX, are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in public accounting, internal audit, or a combination of both.
• Knowledge of internal controls, risk assessment, and audit methodologies.
• Experience with SOX compliance and control testing preferred.
• CPA, CIA, or CISA certification preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute internal audits across financial, operational, and compliance areas.
• Assess the effectiveness of internal controls and identify areas of risk.
• Document audit findings and provide practical recommendations for improvement.
• Assist with SOX compliance, control testing, and remediation efforts.
• Analyze business processes and recommend enhancements to strengthen controls and drive efficiencies.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support risk management initiatives.
• Prepare audit reports and present findings to management.

Skills

Internal controls

SOX compliance

Audit methodologies

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

CPA, CIA, or CISA certification

Job description

Vaco by Highspring is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to support internal audit and risk management programs across financial, operational, and compliance areas.

The role emphasizes evaluating internal controls, identifying process improvements, and partnering with business leaders to strengthen controls. Strong analytical and communication skills, plus familiarity with SOX, are preferred.