Senior Internal Auditor

Job Description

The Senior Internal Auditor evaluates the effectiveness of financial controls, operational processes, risk management practices, and regulatory compliance throughout the organization. The role plans and executes risk-based audits, examines financial transactions and supporting documentation, tests internal controls, and assesses whether business activities follow established policies and procedures. It also identifies weaknesses that could expose the organization to financial loss, fraud, operational disruption, or compliance violations.

The position prepares audit plans, documents evidence, develops findings, and communicates recommendations to department leaders and senior management. Responsibilities include conducting interviews, analyzing transaction data, reviewing accounting records, investigating unusual activities, and monitoring corrective-action plans. The Senior Internal Auditor may also mentor junior auditors, coordinate with external auditors, and contribute to improvements in governance, accountability, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.