Senior Internal Auditor

OBJECTIVE

The Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for organizing and performing internal audits according to audit plans, including SOX 404 testing of internal controls over financial reporting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

· Comply with IIA's International Professional Practices Framework and Code of Ethics in performing IA reviews

· Review and perform project planning, internal control testing plans, and documentation of testing results

· Execute internal audits to identify and evaluate complex business risks from planning to reporting and follow-up

· Lead walkthroughs, document process flows, and assess control design and effectiveness for key business processes

· Perform testing of internal controls to ensure compliance with SOX requirements, identify control gaps, and recommend improvements

· Collaborate with process owners to develop practical and sustainable remediation plans

· Prepare clear and concise audit workpapers, findings, and recommendations for presentation to management

· Initiate and lead discussions on recommendations of findings with leadership

· Organize and express ideas clearly with confidence to influence others

· Address internal audit findings in both written and oral presentations

· Draft reports for the leadership audience based on the factual results of the audit testing

· Participate in annual Enterprise Risk Assessment and assist in the development of internal audit plan objectives and scope

· Understand technology tools, including relevant business applications, data analytics tools and techniques, and IT risks

· Maintain personal performance and effectiveness in changing environments

· Perform other job-related duties as assigned

EXPERIENCE

- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business with a minimum of 5 yrs. experience.

- Experience with ERP software, NetSuite software a plus.

- Previous experience with multi-location internal audit/SOX 404 assessment in energy or manufacturing

- Strong understanding of US GAAP, internal control frameworks (COSO), and auditing standards

- Proficiency in documenting and testing internal controls; experience with IT controls is a plus

- External audit experience with a Big Four firm highly recommended

- Relevant certifications preferred (e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE) a plus

- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities

- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills

- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with audit management software (AuditBoard) is a plus

- Flexible and able to adapt to a variety of roles and projects and changing demands

- Proven ability to work independently and in a team environment

- Able to manage multiple projects and conflicting priorities

- Unquestionable integrity, credibility, and moral character

- Experience working in a small to medium-sized business environment

- Experience working for a US listed company

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- Dental insurance

- Disability insurance

- Employee assistance program

- Flexible spending account

- Health insurance

- Health savings account

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

Education:

- Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

- Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)

- audit: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Houston, TX 77019 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Houston, TX 77019