Senior Internal Audit Analyst

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. Build relationships with key stakeholders across the Company to anticipate changes in the business, processes, systems, and tools within the control environment .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesSenior💰 $101,745 - $122,400 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, internal control frameworks, and audit management, while effectively communicating risks and findings to stakeholders. Proven ability to lead project management activities and coordinate audit efforts to enhance operational performance.

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Sarbanes-Oxley ComplianceInternal Control Framework (COSO)Audit ManagementRisk AssessmentPublic Accounting Experience

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Hard Skills

SOX Control TestingFinancial Process ControlsControl DesignOperational EfficiencyGAAP KnowledgeAudit DocumentationAnalytical SkillsCritical ThinkingProblem-SolvingProject Management

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsStakeholder EngagementTeam CollaborationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

GRC ToolsAuditboardGoogle Business Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACIACISA

Industry Keywords

Public AccountingInternal AuditRisk ManagementComplianceFortune 500

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build relationships with key stakeholders across the Company to anticipate changes in the business, processes, systems, and tools within the control environment
Prioritize and lead project management activities related to tracking and reporting project status, milestones, and potential roadblocks
Coordinate testing efforts and produce work papers documenting SOX control testing, results, and conclusions in support of the Sarbanes-Oxley 404 program
Assist with management of the Company’s audit, risk and compliance tool, including changes in controls, processes, control owners, test plans, and document requests
Coordinate updates to process documentation and control details within the GRC tool
Develop and maintain document requests and coordinate delivery of audit evidence
Lead preliminary discussions for potential findings with control and process owners; verify findings, obtain explanations and evidence, and document responses
Partner with control and process owners to develop remediation plans and identify process improvements
Assist with internal audits as needed
Apply professional auditing principles and standards to evaluate internal controls and ensure fieldwork and work papers comply with IIA and department standards
Develop and maintain relationships with external auditors
Communicate with and educate stakeholders on internal controls and Internal Audit’s role
Serve as a trusted business partner and subject matter expert in an advisory capacity to help identify enhancements, mitigate risk, and improve financial and operational performance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Accounting/Auditing, Finance, Computer Information Systems or related field
4+ years of public accounting or audit experience
Proficient knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley requirements and methodology
Knowledge of internal control framework, specifically COSO
Knowledge of GAAP
Understanding of control design and operational efficiency
Risk-based mindset for prioritizing and assessing audit risks and findings
Experience performing and reviewing SOX control testing and documentation for financial process controls, including walkthroughs, narratives, and process flow charts
Solid understanding of application and ITGC controls
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to articulate risks and related impact to stakeholders across the organization
Solid organizational skills and ability to manage multiple competing priorities and complete projects
Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
Proven history of problem-solving
Big 4 Public Accounting experience with Fortune 500 clients preferred
Experience with internal audit GRC tools, such as Auditboard, preferred
CPA, CIA, CISA, or other relevant professional certification preferred, or actively working towards certification
Project/audit management experience preferred
Experience communicating audit requirements and results to process and control owners preferred
Experience with Google Business Suite preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee Stock Purchase Plan
401K with Company Match
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
9 Paid Company Holidays
Flexible Time Off (With Manager Approval)
Depending on role, employees may also be eligible for a bonus program
Incentive pay
Equal employment opportunity
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities