Internal Audit Supervisor

Eaton Corporation•Raleigh, NC

6d•$97,000 - $143,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Eaton Corporation has an opening for an Internal Audit Supervisor within the Global Internal Audit function. This position is based in Raleigh, NC with a flexible hybrid work schedule. The Internal Audit Supervisor is responsible for leading, supervising, and executing integrated financial and operational audits using a risk-based methodology. This role focuses on enterprise risks, global processes, and key site controls to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of internal controls, business processes, and procedures across global operations. This position partners with operations and corporate functions, supports compliance with finance policies and internal control standards, and delivers accurate, timely reporting to senior management.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited institution
Minimum of three (3) years of progressive audit and/or process/internal control experience
Minimum of one (1) year of audit supervisory experience
Proficient in operating in a global business environment, utilizing the English language
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship both now and in the future
Proficient in accounting methods and applicable financial accounting requirements under U.S. GAAP
Proficient in Internal Audit key concepts (risk-based audits, financial audits)
Proven experience in performing and leading integrated audits, including identifying risks and weaknesses and developing audit procedures to assess the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls to mitigate risks
Significant exposure to manufacturing, cost accounting and public accounting
Familiar with common Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and financial systems such as Oracle and SAP
Ability to identify risks, audit issues, internal control weaknesses and root cause and develop and present recommendations for improvements
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to make sound recommendations, and to articulate benefits / results to business unit goals. Ability to influence process improvement and suggest innovative process solutions
Experience managing teams and driving results from individual team members
Understands basic components of project management and can break down large tasks into smaller components
Advanced organizational and time management skills and flexibility to anticipate and react to changes
Advanced Microsoft Office skills
Professional presence and adherence to ethical standards
Strong collaboration and teamwork mindset
Ability to influence without authority and partner effectively across functions
Resourcefulness and ability to leverage internal expertise

Nice To Haves

Experience using data analytic tools, automation, or continuous monitoring tools preferred
Expertise on operational audit, regulatory compliance audit (government contract), enterprise risk management, ESG, etc. preferred
Financial auditing background & understanding of internal control theory
Prior public accounting experience
MBA or CPA or other equivalent certification is a plus
Multi-cultural awareness and experience beneficial

Responsibilities

Lead audit planning activities including scope, risk assessment, scheduling, and resource coordination in partnership with audit leadership.
Supervise and execute audits in accordance with a risk-based audit methodology, evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls.
Direct global internal control testing and validation procedures across business processes, including on-site and remote audit execution.
Perform testing of financial balances and centralized processes using established test plans and analytical procedures.
Prepare clear, concise audit findings with root cause analysis and actionable recommendations for management review.
Lead audit opening and closing meetings with site and senior leadership.
Ensure timely completion of high-quality audit documentation and workpapers within audit systems (e.g., AuditBoard).
Monitor remediation of audit issues and review management action plans for effectiveness and sustainability.
Support special projects and departmental initiatives, including new audit areas and process improvements.
Deliver internal control training and support audit readiness initiatives, including balance sheet reviews and reconciliation procedures.
Assist in development and execution of data analytics and continuous monitoring capabilities within the audit function.
Support coordination with external auditors and maintain strong working relationships.