Sr. Audit Manager / Audit Director 1

BNSF Railway; United States; On-site; USD 107,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Parental benefits

Wellness programs

Employee discounts

Bonus program

Job summary

BNSF Railway is seeking a skilled audit professional for the Corporate Audit Services group in Fort Worth, TX. This full-time role focuses on risk assessment, internal controls, and independent assurance across operations, finance, and technology areas.

You will engage with leadership, manage audits, and guide staff development while supporting a culture of ethics and excellence in governance.

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline.
• Minimum 4 years of audit or finance experience.

Responsibilities

• Communicates audit findings and impacts clearly to leadership across the organization.
• Consults with leadership on internal control issues related to business processes or systems changes.
• Manages and executes regulatory audits across multiple business areas.
• Oversees issue tracking with the business to ensure remediation.
• Leads internal audit activities adhering to IIA standards.
• Identifies key business risks and evaluates processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Participates in annual audit planning and recommends adjustments as needed.
• Mentors and develops audit staff for leadership roles.
• Manages multiple projects, allocating resources and resolving conflicts.

Skills

Strong communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree

Tools

CPA

CIA

Job description

Be part of a team that values safety, inclusion, and excellence

Learn More About BNSF And Our Benefits

Job Location: Fort Worth

Other Potential Locations: Fort Worth, TX

Anticipated Start Date: 11/30/2026

Number of Positions: 1

Salary Range: $107,00 - $142,000

Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.

The BNSF Railway Compliance and Audit Department ensures adherence to best practices in corporate governance, risk management, and internal controls, fostering trust and alignment with business partners. Committed to ethics and integrity, this team plays a vital role in maintaining BNSF's high standards. Their efforts are essential in upholding the company's reputation and operational excellence.

The Corporate Audit Services (CAS) group provides independent, objective assurance, risk identification and mitigation, and consulting activities designed to add value and improve the BNSF community. CAS provides a rich and broad development opportunity for individuals looking to understand how BNSF works from BNSF leadership, throughout the life cycle of operations, technology, and finance aspects. Our work covers all areas of BNSF’s corporate governance, including how our underlying values, standards, processes, and risks shape our business operations, decisions, and ultimately the performance of the company. Our auditors have the opportunity to work across the company on a range of topics of company significance and can expect to interact with various leaders in BNSF.

This is a full-time position located in Fort Worth, TX. For certain positions, including this one, employees can work one day per week remotely. Our leaders also foster a culture where work life balance, which requires flexibility for when life happens, is important and respected.

Travel is minimal to none.

This position is responsible for the development and management of risk assessments and audits focusing on operations, financial, and technology areas of BNSF.

Key Responsibilities May Include

• Communicates difficult and complex materials around audit findings and the impact to the organization in an effective manner. Successfully changes style to best suit the situation.
• Consults with leadership on internal control issues, particularly in relation to proposed business process or systems changes. Converts difficult interactions into win-win scenarios.
• Manages, plans, and executes regulatory audits across various business areas.
• Oversee issue tracking with the business.
• Leads internal audit requirement activities to adhere to Institute Internal Audit standards.
• Identifies strategic business processes, evaluates significant business risks, understands key business objectives, and examines processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Participates in annual audit planning. Continually assesses audit plan for alignment with strategic initiatives. Recommends adjustments to Management as the environment changes.
• Oversees the day-to-day development of staff to effectively execute audits and develop as leaders.
• Effectively manages multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing based on continual reassessment of risks and scope, allocating resources, and resolving resource conflicts.
• Daily work is conducted in a safety indoor office environment.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business need.

The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for this position. This is not an exhaustive list of the position’s duties.

At BNSF Railway, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, showcasing their skills, experiences and development. We provide resources and tools to help you reach your full potential, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.

Basic Qualifications

• Able to work now and in the future without BNSF’s assistance (whether monetary, through sponsorship, or otherwise) in obtaining, maintaining, or extending employment authorization (including H-1B, STEM OPT/CPT, or TN nonimmigrant status)
• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline.
• Minimum 4 years' experience in an audit and/or finance-related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related discipline.
• Professional certifications:
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• In-charge level audit experience, either public or private.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills (at all levels) with an ability to build strong, positive relationships with business partners.
• Experience managing projects using a project management methodology.

At BNSF, you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including:

• An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.
• A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options.
• Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost.
• Family benefits including parental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match).
• Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support.
• Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program)
• Generous leave / time off policies.
• For more information, visit Benefits.

All positions require pre-employment background verification, medical review and pre-employment drug screen. You can find more information by reviewing the Hiring Process. Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC. More information is available at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic

BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.