What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Internal Auditor position at TalentBridge?
About the Role
A leading provider in the industrial transportation sector is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to join its Charlotte-based team. This role is ideal for audit professionals who enjoy full audit ownership—from planning through reporting—and thrive in both office and field environments. The position plays a critical role in supporting operational, financial, and IT audit activities across a complex and asset-intensive organization.
The successful candidate will be responsible for executing audits that contribute directly to process improvement, risk management, and compliance, while supporting a culture of continuous improvement. This is a high-visibility role with potential to grow within the audit function or transition into broader business roles.
What You'll Do
- Lead end-to-end audits—including planning, fieldwork, testing, and reporting—across operational, financial, and IT areas.
- Conduct site audits, inspections, and investigations, including visits to maintenance facilities, shop locations, and field operations.
- Evaluate internal controls, identify business risks, and recommend improvements that are practical and cost-effective.
- Analyze audit results using data tools (Power BI experience is a plus).
- Prepare concise, impactful audit reports and present findings to various stakeholders.
- Apply professional frameworks (e.g., COSO, COBIT, ITIL) to audit assessments.
- Maintain compliance with IIA standards and support audit tracking via AuditBoard.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and develop strong working relationships across the organization.
- Contribute to team meetings, ongoing improvement efforts, and strategic audit planning.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- 5–7 years of relevant experience, preferably with a foundation in public accounting (Big 4 or second-tier firms preferred).
- Experience in operational and financial audits
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with stakeholders at all levels.
- Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, or CISA are advantageous.
- Proficient in data analysis and comfortable using tools such as Power BI and AuditBoard.
- Independent, detail-oriented, and comfortable making on-the-ground audit decisions.
- Willingness to work in field settings (e.g., shop audits, outdoor inspections).
Why Join?
- Play a key role in a well-respected and tightly-knit audit team.
- Gain exposure to a broad range of audits with real impact on operational efficiency and risk mitigation.
- Enjoy a hybrid schedule with meaningful in-person collaboration and fieldwork.
- Join a company known for its operational excellence, safety culture, and industry leadership.
- Real opportunities for career growth—both within audit and across business functions.
