Senior Internal Auditor

TIAA

. Serve as a team member on complex audits under the direction of audit leadership and management .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $86,300 - $113,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting complex audits, utilizing risk-based methodologies, and applying data analytics tools to enhance audit effectiveness. Proficient in evaluating internal controls, compliance, and operational efficiency while effectively communicating findings to senior management.

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Audit MethodologyData AnalyticsCPA or CIA CertificationAdvanced Microsoft Excel SkillsRisk Assessment

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Hard Skills

Financial AuditingOperational AuditingCompliance AuditingControls TestingRisk ManagementData AnalysisAudit Program PreparationControl Structure EvaluationProcess DocumentationAudit Result Communication

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationNetworkingInfluencing Outcomes

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeTeamMatePower BITableauPython

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACIA

Industry Keywords

Internal AuditingRisk-Based MethodologyOperational EfficiencyCompliance StandardsFinancial Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a team member on complex audits under the direction of audit leadership and management
Perform confidential and complex financial, operational, and integrated audits using a risk-based internal auditing methodology
Prepare detailed audit programs
Review financial, operational, compliance, and risk systems, processes, and procedures
Assess efficiency, effectiveness, and alignment with policies, procedures, regulations, and industry standards
Document audit results, including control and process adequacy and effectiveness
Act as lead expert on critical business areas, processes, systems, and/or regulations
Evaluate complex control structures, internal controls, operating efficiency, and customer service
Select audit methods and techniques and evaluate results
Network with senior personnel to resolve issues, obtain information, and influence outcomes
Participate in discussions with senior management to communicate audit results and recommendations
Use data analytics and information technology specialists to identify and implement advanced testing methods

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of Audit, Risk, Compliance, Public Accounting, Controls Testing and/or Data Analytics experience
University degree preferred
CPA or CIA
Experience with MS Office: Word, Excel, and TeamMate
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Working knowledge of data analytics and relevant tools such as Power BI, Tableau, and Python
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Critical thinking skills
Sedentary work capability

Benefits

Comp & perks

Superior retirement program
Competitive health, wellness, and work-life offerings
Financial, emotional, and physical well-being support
Learning experiences and development pathways
AI tools and future-focused skills development
Performance-linked incentive program may be available, including annual discretionary incentives and other incentive plans