Sr. IT Internal Auditor

Polaris Inc.•Medina, MN

1d•$80,000 - $111,000•Hybrid

About The Position

You will serve as a Senior IT Internal Auditor within the Internal Audit function, leading and executing audit and advisory projects focused on IT systems, controls, and risk management. You will manage engagements across the full audit lifecycle, including planning, fieldwork, issue identification, and reporting, while collaborating with stakeholders across the organization. This role provides exposure to a wide range of initiatives such as SOX compliance, cybersecurity, ERP implementations, and enterprise risk assessments. You will partner with business and IT leaders to evaluate risks, improve processes, and strengthen controls across multiple systems and functions. This is a compelling opportunity to gain enterprise-wide visibility and influence key decisions through impactful audit insights and recommendations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems, or equivalent.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in finance, accounting, IT compliance, or audit.
Experience with internal controls, ITGCs, risk management, compliance, or internal audit practices.
Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements and audit methodologies.
Familiarity with enterprise systems such as SAP S/4 HANA, AS/400, or OneStream.
Experience working with data analytics and reporting tools such as Alteryx, Snowflake, SQL, or Power BI.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
Strong communication skills with the ability to present to and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new systems, processes, and business environments.
Travel required, including international locations, up to 10%.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Critical Thinking: You analyze information objectively, evaluate options, and apply sound judgment to solve problems and make informed decisions.
Collaboration: You work effectively with others across functions and levels, contributing to shared goals while respecting different perspectives.
Data & Analytical Literacy: You interpret data, metrics, or reporting to inform decisions, identify trends, and measure outcomes relevant to your role.

Responsibilities

Lead and execute IT audit and advisory projects across the full audit lifecycle, including planning, fieldwork, issue identification, reporting, and follow-up on management action plans.
Define audit scope and objectives, assess risks, and evaluate the effectiveness of IT controls, including SOX, cybersecurity, compliance, and ERP-related controls.
Analyze complex processes and systems, identify gaps or risks, and develop practical, well-supported recommendations for improvement.
Engage with business and IT stakeholders at all levels to assess the impact of process and system changes across the organization.
Summarize and present audit results to Internal Audit leadership and support presentations to business partners and senior leadership.
Perform data analytics by extracting, transforming, and analyzing data to identify trends, risks, and control effectiveness.
Contribute to enterprise risk assessments and support the development of the annual internal audit plan.
Benchmark company practices against industry peers and provide recommendations to enhance accounting, IT, and risk management processes.
Manage multiple concurrent projects and priorities, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the Internal Audit function to enhance efficiency, quality, and effectiveness of audit processes.
Maintain strong working relationships with internal teams, management, and external audit partners.