Staff Internal Audit

Waters Corporation; Milford (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Waters Corporation seeks a Staff Internal Auditor to support the SOX compliance program through testing, documentation, and monitoring of internal controls over financial reporting. You will collaborate with control owners, business process leaders, and external auditors in a global public company environment.

The role offers exposure to internal controls, risk management, and audit methodologies across life sciences and manufacturing, with opportunities to contribute to broader IA initiatives

Qualifications

• 1+ year audit experience, mix of public accounting and/or Internal Audit in a global company.
• Foundational understanding of internal controls and risk management concepts.
• Familiarity with ICFR/SOX 404 requirements preferred.
• Experience in life sciences, biopharma including medtech, or broader industrial manufacturing.
• Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform annual testing of key SOX controls for Management's SOX 404 assessment, documenting procedures, conclusions, and evidence.
• Support testing and evaluation of automated controls and IT SOX activities with technology audit personnel.
• Develop understanding of business processes, risks, and internal controls to support SOX compliance and broader IA projects.
• Execute SOX testing procedures with walkthroughs, control testing, documentation review, and evaluation of results.
• Assist in tracking, validation, and reporting of deficiencies, remediation activities, and management action plans.

Skills

Audit experience

Internal controls

SOX/ICFR knowledge

Life sciences industry

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

B.S. in Finance or Accounting

CPA/CIA/CFE or pursuing

Tools

SAP S/4

Ariba

Concur

SAP Group Reporting

Job description

Overview

The Staff Internal Auditor will primarily support the Company's Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) compliance program through the execution of control testing, documentation, and monitoring activities. The role will work closely with control owners, business process leaders, and external auditors to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting while supporting broader Internal Audit initiatives as needed. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in internal controls, risk management, business processes, and audit methodologies within a global public company environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform annual testing of the key SOX controls in support of Management's SOX 404 assessment, documenting testing procedures, conclusions, and supporting evidence in accordance with departmental methodologies and professional standards
• Support testing and evaluation of automated controls and collaborate with technology audit personnel, as appropriate, on IT SOX and integrated audit activities
• Develop a strong understanding of key business processes, risks, and internal controls to support SOX compliance activities and contribute to broader Internal Audit projects when assigned
• Execute SOX testing procedures in accordance with departmental methodologies and professional standards, including walkthroughs, control testing, documentation review, and evaluation of testing results
• Assist with the tracking, validation, and reporting of control deficiencies, remediation activities, and management action plans to support SOX compliance objectives and timely resolution of identified issues
• Support maintenance of SOX process documentation, risk and control matrices, testing schedules, and compliance reporting activities
• Identify and elevate potential audit observations, testing exceptions, and control gaps to the engagement lead on a timely basis, and assist in the evaluation and documentation of findings
• Support coordination with external auditors by preparing testing documentation, responding to requests, and facilitating information sharing related to SOX compliance activities

Qualifications

• 1+ years audit experience with a mix of public accounting and/or Internal Audit in a global company
• B.S. in Finance or Accounting or equivalent required
• CPA, CIA, CFE, or other relevant professional certification, or a demonstrated commitment to obtaining a professional certification is a plus
• Foundational understanding of internal controls and risk management concepts
• Familiarity with ICFR/SOX 404 requirements preferred
• Experience within life sciences, biopharma including medtech, or broader industrial manufacturing
• Experience with business applications such as SAP S/4, Ariba, Concur, and SAP Group Reporting preferred, but not required
• 20% international and domestic travel
• Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills require

Company Description

Waters Corporation (NYSE:WAT) is a global leader in life sciences and diagnostics, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, our innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across chemistry, physics, and biology. We collaborate with customers around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, ensure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combating antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, our passionate team of ~16,000 colleagues turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.

Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our core values at Waters Corporation. It benefits our employees, our products, our customers and our community. Waters complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Waters is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.