Senior Internal Auditor

Imperial Brady

. Lead financial and fraud investigations involving suspected misconduct, control failures, or other matters requiring independent review .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $87,000 - $116,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in leading financial investigations, evaluating internal controls, and conducting audits while effectively communicating findings and recommendations. Proficient in developing training programs related to fraud prevention and SOX compliance.

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Financial InvestigationsInternal Controls EvaluationSOX ComplianceData AnalyticsProject Management

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Hard Skills

Forensic AccountingTransaction AnalysisRoot-Cause AnalysisRisk IdentificationControl Design EvaluationReport WritingFraud Prevention TrainingBusiness Process AuditsFinancial Reporting Risk EvaluationControl Improvement Recommendations

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsLeadership Skills

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Data-Analysis ToolsAutomation ToolsAI Tools

Industry Keywords

Internal AuditComplianceFraud AwarenessControl FailuresCross-Functional Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead financial and fraud investigations involving suspected misconduct, control failures, or other matters requiring independent review
Plan and execute investigations, including transaction analysis, document review, interviews, root-cause analysis, and evaluation of related control breakdowns
Prepare investigation reports and communicate findings, financial impact, and recommended corrective actions to Internal Audit leadership and management
Coordinate with HR, Legal, internal stakeholders, law enforcement, and other external authorities as appropriate
Track investigation-related remediation and control improvements through completion
Lead and perform financial, operational, and business-process audits based on the Internal Audit plan
Perform SOX business-process assessments, including process documentation, risk and control identification, control design evaluation, testing, and remediation follow-up
Evaluate business processes and internal controls and recommend practical improvements
Use data analytics to identify unusual transactions, trends, and potential control issues
Develop and deliver training related to fraud awareness, fraud prevention, internal controls, and SOX readiness
Partner with management to reinforce control ownership, documentation expectations, and escalation of potential fraud or control issues
Use investigation trends and audit findings to identify opportunities for targeted training and preventive controls
Support Internal Audit program management, including project tracking, remediation monitoring, status reporting, and coordination of department initiatives
Assist with SOX readiness planning, milestone tracking, and Audit Committee or management reporting
Support special projects, acquisitions, integrations, and other Internal Audit initiatives as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
3+ years of progressive experience in Internal Audit, financial investigations, forensic accounting, external audit, compliance, or internal controls
Experience leading financial investigations or other sensitive reviews from initial allegation through final reporting
Experience evaluating business processes, internal controls, and financial reporting risks
Experience working with cross-functional stakeholders, including Legal, HR, Finance, Operations, and senior management
Experience managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong investigative, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to evaluate financial transactions, business processes, and internal controls
Strong interviewing, report-writing, and communication skills
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to develop and deliver fraud prevention, internal control, and SOX training
Ability to effectively leverage AI, automation, and data-analysis tools to support investigations and audit work