Internal Auditor

Ingevity•North Charleston, SC

23d

About The Position

The Internal Auditor supports Ingevity’s risk-based internal audit and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) programs in a regulated chemical manufacturing environment. The role provides objective evaluations of internal processes and systems to identify risks and opportunities to improve operational and technology efficiency. It collaborates with partners across finance, operations, supply chain, and IT, as well as internal audit team members and business units, to evaluate controls, recommend practical improvements, and strengthen compliance and risk awareness. The position executes financial, operational, and technology audits in accordance with IIA standards and the COSO framework, supporting audit planning, scoping, walkthroughs, testing, documentation, reporting, remediation tracking, and validation of corrective actions. It also supports SOX compliance through walkthroughs, testing, documentation, deficiency analysis, remediation monitoring, status reporting, special projects, and coordination with external auditors. The auditor performs data analysis and supports special projects and ad hoc audit requests.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
1 to 3 years of experience in internal audit, public accounting, or a related role.
Foundational understanding of internal controls, auditing concepts, and financial processes.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
Willingness to travel if needed.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to manufacturing, chemical, or regulated environments.
Progress toward a CPA, CIA, or other relevant certification.
Understanding of SOX and US GAAP.
Good analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Exposure to SAP or a similar system.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively.

Responsibilities

Execute risk-based financial, operational, and technology audits in accordance with IIA standards and the COSO framework.
Support, plan, and perform audits, including scoping, walkthroughs, testing, documentation, and reporting.
Identify control gaps, assess business impact, and develop practical, value-added recommendations.
Prepare clear and concise audit workpapers and draft audit reports for management and senior leadership.
Track remediation and validate corrective actions.
Collaborate with and educate process owners on internal control responsibilities and risk awareness.
Perform data analysis and support special projects and ad hoc audit requests.
Support SOX compliance activities, including walkthroughs, testing, and documentation.
Identify and document control deficiencies, root causes, and remediation plans.
Monitor corrective actions and prepare summarized status reporting, including periodic updates for leadership.
Assist with SOX projects such as process narrative documentation, process re-engineering, and walkthroughs.
Coordinate with external auditors to support timely completion of testing.