Senior Internal Controls Auditor

STR; United States; Remote; USD 81,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

STR is seeking an Internal Auditor to strengthen our Internal Controls & Audit team in the United States. The role focuses on evaluating and enhancing the internal control environment through policy development, testing, and collaboration with stakeholders to drive improvements.

You will lead audits, perform detailed testing, identify weaknesses, document findings, and communicate recommendations to management while coordinating with departments to implement corrective actions.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in internal auditing, public accounting, or a related field
• Strong understanding and experience with internal control frameworks, risk management, and governance principles
• Proficiency in audit methodologies and tools, including data analysis techniques
• Experience and interest in how technology and systems can support internal control effectiveness and efficiency
• Professional certifications or plans to obtain a certification such as CPA, CIA, or CISA are a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of financial and operational internal audits, including risk assessments, audit scoping, and audit program development.
• Conduct detailed testing and analysis of financial and operational processes to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls.
• Identify control weaknesses, non-compliance issues, and areas for improvement, and provide recommendations for corrective actions.
• Prepare clear and concise audit documentation, including process narratives, workpapers, findings, and audit reports.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations to management, facilitating resolution of issues.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure timely implementation of audit recommendations and follow-up on corrective actions.
• Assist in documenting policies and procedures to improve internal controls, compliance, and efficiency.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of the risk-based internal audit plan.
• Perform analytics for monitoring and risk assessment activities.
• Actively seek to use innovative technology where possible to enhance and continuously improve the design and operating effectiveness of the controls, documentation, assessment and review procedures.
• Participate in special projects as assigned by management.
• Stay current with industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and emerging risks to ensure the continuous improvement of the internal audit function.

Skills

Internal auditing

Data analysis

Risk management

Governance principles

Audit methodologies

Communication skills

Problem solving

Independent work

Job description

STR is seeking an Internal Auditor to strengthen our Internal Controls & Audit team in the United States. The role focuses on evaluating and enhancing the internal control environment through policy development, testing, and collaboration with stakeholders to drive improvements.

You will lead audits, perform detailed testing, identify weaknesses, document findings, and communicate recommendations to management while coordinating with departments to implement corrective actions.