Senior Internal Auditor

Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Internal Auditor to join our growing Internal Audit team. In this role, you will play a critical part in strengthening the Company's control environment, leading Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance efforts, and advising the business on risks and control design.This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong auditor who enjoys partnering with the business, taking ownership of audit engagements, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across SOX, finance, and operations.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and execute risk-based and integrated audit engagements, including SOX, operational, and compliance audits.
• Serve as a key contributor to the Company's SOX compliance program, including walkthroughs, design & documentation, and control testing.
• Develop and maintain audit documentation such as process narratives, risk and control matrices, audit programs, and workpapers.
• Identify control gaps, assess root causes, and partner with management on remediation plans.
• Perform operational and integrated audits to assess process efficiency and policy compliance.
• Coordinate with external auditors and internal stakeholders to support audit requests.
• Communicate audit results through clear written reports and presentations.
• Track audit issues and remediation status and escalate as needed.
• Support annual audit planning and risk assessment activities.
• Leverage data analytics and emerging technologies to enhance audit effectiveness.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in public accounting, internal audit, or combination.
• Strong understanding of SOX and internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO).
• Experience leading audit engagements or major workstreams.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Capacity to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to gather and interpret operational and financial data, prepare high quality audit workpapers and reports, and deliver results collaboratively across departments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Professional certification or progress toward certification (e.g., CPA, CIA).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in life sciences, biotechnology, healthcare, or laboratory environments.
• Experience with audit management tools such as AuditBoard.
• Exposure to data analytics, automation, or AI-enabled audit tools.
• Big Four or large public accounting firm experience.

Physical Demands

• Must possess ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.
• The majority of work is performed in a desk/cubicle environment.

Training

• All job specific, safety, and compliance training are assigned based on the job functions associated with this employee.

Other

• Willingness to work shift work and overtime.
• Job may require occasional weekends, evenings, and/or holidays or travel.