Staff Auditor: AI-Driven SOX & Risk Analytics

plains; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Plains is seeking a Staff Auditor to support risk-based internal audits and SOX compliance in a modern, agile environment. The role combines foundational auditing and accounting knowledge with professional skepticism, data analysis, and clear communication.

You will interview process owners, document controls and processes, perform walkthroughs and testing, and validate AI-assisted outputs while maintaining sound judgment and accountability.

Qualifications

• Foundational auditing and accounting knowledge.
• Experience with SOX compliance is a plus.
• Ability to translate findings into practical business insights.

Responsibilities

• Interview process owners and personnel; document information accurately.
• Document business processes, risks, systems, data flows, and controls.
• Perform risk-based audit procedures and SOX control testing.
• Utilize AI, analytics, and automation tools to enhance research and testing.
• Verify AI-generated outputs and maintain human judgment.

Skills

Interviewing process owners

Process documentation

Audit testing

AI analytics

Critical thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Risk awareness

Learning agility

Tools

AI analytics tools

Flowchart software

Data analysis tools

Job description

Plains is seeking a Staff Auditor to support risk-based internal audits and SOX compliance in a modern, agile environment. The role combines foundational auditing and accounting knowledge with professional skepticism, data analysis, and clear communication.

You will interview process owners, document controls and processes, perform walkthroughs and testing, and validate AI-assisted outputs while maintaining sound judgment and accountability.