Senior Internal Audit

Semtech•Irvine, CA

1d•$100,000 - $14,500•Hybrid

About The Position

This position reports to the Company’s Internal Audit function. As the Sr. Internal Auditor, you will monitor the risk environment and provide insights to strengthen the control environment. The Senior Internal Auditor plays a critical role in supporting SOX compliance, enterprise risk management initiatives, and the overall control environment. You will experience a wide range of problem-solving situations, both strategic and real-time, requiring use of data collection and analysis, cross-team collaboration, project management, and resource prioritization assessment. You will work closely with various members of the teams to understand, define, and update systems and control procedures to make significant impact to how Semtech operates. You will develop strong business relationships with internal and external teams. Successful individuals will be experienced and a responsible self-starters who are able to work both independently and, in a team, setting, have good prioritization and organizational skills, be detail oriented, and have excellent systems and data analysis skills. There may be limited domestic travel as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field
Minimum 5 years of internal audit, external audit (Big Four or national firm), or related experience
Demonstrated experience with IT audit, ITGC testing, and evaluating IT-dependent controls
Experience evaluating SOC reports and assessing complementary user entity controls
Demonstrated experience leading audit engagements from planning through reporting
Strong understanding of internal control frameworks (COSO 2013)
Working knowledge of PCAOB audit standards and SEC reporting requirements
Advanced Excel skills and experience ERP systems
Basic understanding of IT general controls including access controls, change management and segregation of duties.
Proven project management capabilities with ability to manage competing priorities
Professional skepticism and objectivity in evaluating evidence
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a demanding environment
Ability to travel domestically and internationally and work extended hours to meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CPA, , CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor). or active progress toward certification
Advanced skills in using Excel including pivot tables and look-ups tables; Proficient in Word and Visio flowcharts.
Public company experience
Manufacturing or technology industry experience
Understanding of database query tools and automated testing techniques
Exposure to operational auditing, enterprise risk management, or fraud investigations

Responsibilities

Independently plan, scope, and execute multiple internal audit engagements simultaneously
Develop comprehensive risk-based audit programs and testing procedures
Lead fieldwork activities including process walkthroughs, control testing, and evidence gathering
Identify control deficiencies, evaluate root causes, and develop practical recommendations
Prepare clear, professional audit reports and present findings to process owners and management
Manage audit timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure on-time completion
Track management action plans and conduct follow-up procedures to validate remediation
Perform/support operational/compliance and other special projects as required.
Execute SOX testing procedures in accordance with PCAOB standards and COSO 2013 framework
Evaluate design and operating effectiveness of key controls over financial reporting
Document and assess control deficiencies (deficiency, significant deficiency, material weakness)
Support management's assessment of internal controls and coordinate with external auditors
Assist in control remediation efforts and validation of corrective actions
Evaluate IT general controls including logical access, change management, and data backup/recovery
Assess segregation of duties within ERP and other in scope systems.
Review IT application controls and automated control testing in financial systems
Evaluate vendor SOC 1 and SOC 2 reports for third-party service providers
Test IT-dependent manual controls and system-generated information used in key controls
Build effective relationships with process owners, department heads, and management
Facilitate audit entrance and exit conferences
Communicate audit status, issues, and results throughout the engagement lifecycle
Collaborate with external auditors, SOX team, and other assurance providers
Identify opportunities to enhance audit efficiency and effectiveness
Contribute to development and refinement of audit methodology and tools
Stay current on industry trends, emerging risks, and regulatory developments
Support special projects and ad-hoc requests from audit management