Senior Internal Audit

International Motors, LLC•Lisle, IL

About The Position

The Senior Internal Auditor will perform and lead risk based internal audit and advisory engagements across operational, financial, and technology areas. This role is designed for an experienced auditor who can independently manage audits, partner effectively with business leaders, and progressively assume expanded leadership responsibilities. The position requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to translate risks into practical, value adding insights for management. To be successful in this position your focus will be on Internal and External Audits not Internal Controls.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of audit, accounting or finance experience
At least 1 years of lead experience
OR
Master's degree and at least 3 years of audit, accounting or finance experience
At least 1 years of lead experience
OR
At least 8 years of audit, accounting or finance experience
At least 1 years of lead experience
Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States.
We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)

Nice To Haves

5+ years of internal audit, external audit, or risk advisory experience.
Demonstrated experience leading audits or workstreams independently.
Exposure to operational, financial, IT, or integrated audits preferred.
Experience working with senior or executive level stakeholders.
Strong risk assessment and analytical skills, with the ability to see the “big picture.”
Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills suitable for executive audiences.
Sound professional judgment and the confidence to challenge constructively.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and operate with a high degree of autonomy.
Leadership mindset with interest in mentoring others and growing into formal people management responsibilities.
CPA, CIA, CISA, or similar certification preferred or in progress.

Responsibilities

Lead audit engagements end to end, including planning, risk assessment, scoping, fieldwork, issue development, and reporting.
Apply risk based judgment to tailor audit procedures and focus on areas of highest impact.
Develop clear, well supported audit issues that articulate root cause, risk, and business impact.
Serve as a primary point of contact for audit stakeholders, fostering open communication and constructive relationships.
Effectively communicate audit observations and recommendations to management, including senior leaders.
Navigate differing perspectives while maintaining independence and professional credibility.
Provide guidance and informal coaching to staff auditors and less experienced team members.
Review audit workpapers and deliverables to reinforce quality, consistency, and professional standards.
Begin to model Manager level behaviors, including prioritization, delegation, and constructive feedback.
Contribute to the enhancement of audit methodologies, tools, and ways of working.
Identify opportunities to improve audit efficiency, quality, and business relevance.
Take on progressively broader responsibilities to support readiness for a future Manager role.