Sr. Internal Auditor

Transcat, Inc.•City of Rochester, NY

7h•$90,000 - $105,000

About The Position

The Senior Internal Auditor will play a critical role in developing and executing the company’s risk based internal audit plan, evaluating internal controls, supporting integration of acquired businesses, and driving continuous improvement in processes, controls, and governance. This individual will serve as a key contributor in enhancing the reliability, efficiency, and effectiveness of the company’s operations and financial reporting environment. The successful candidate is proactive, analytical, and comfortable working in an evolving environment with shifting priorities. This role offers significant exposure to senior leadership and cross functional teams and is ideal for an audit professional looking to help build and strengthen a growing internal audit function.

Requirements

Strong understanding of internal controls, risk assessment, audit methodologies, and SOX requirements.
Ability to analyze data, identify issues, and develop practical recommendations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interact with senior leaders.
Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision and adapt in a fast paced environment.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
4–7+ years of relevant audit experience (internal audit, public accounting, risk advisory, or equivalent).

Nice To Haves

CPA, CIA, CISA, or progress toward a relevant certification.
Experience in a public company environment.
Experience with acquisitions, integration, and/or evolving control environments.
Familiarity with modern audit tools, data analytics, and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

Lead and participate in operational, financial, compliance, and integrated audits in accordance with the risk based internal audit plan.
Assist in developing and refining the annual audit plan, considering emerging risks, acquisition activity, system changes, and stakeholder input.
Document processes, risks, and controls; prepare audit programs; perform fieldwork; and communicate results clearly.
Assess the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR), including walkthroughs, control testing, and remediation validation.
Support process enhancements following the company’s recent external auditor transition, ensuring expectations and methodologies remain aligned.
Partner with control owners to strengthen documentation, consistency, and ownership of controls.
Perform audit related due diligence and post acquisition integration support, including risk assessments, control environment evaluations, and harmonization of processes.
Collaborate with newly acquired teams to design and implement scalable control frameworks.
Provide guidance on internal control implications of system migrations, new processes, and organizational changes.
Build strong partnerships with business leaders to promote risk awareness and control accountability.
Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, automation, and process standardization.
Communicate audit findings and recommendations to management in a clear, actionable manner.
Contribute to the Internal Audit department’s development, including methodology enhancements, data analytics use, and team training.
Model the Company’s values to influence others to perform in an aligned manner.
Other duties as assigned