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- Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed November 13, 2026
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- Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Power Generation
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Job Description
Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and execute comprehensive, risk-based audits of operational processes, including scoping, risk assessment, audit program development, walkthroughs, testing, and reporting.
- Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of operational, financial, compliance, technology-enabled, and risk management controls.
- Identify root causes, assess business impact, and partner with management to develop practical, value-driven, and risk-based recommendations.
- Prepare clear, concise, and well-supported workpapers, findings, and reports that meet internal quality standards and professional auditing requirements.
- Communicate audit objectives, progress updates, emerging risks, and results to stakeholders in a timely, transparent, and constructive manner.
- Build trusted relationships with cross-functional stakeholders and support sustainable process improvements and corrective actions.
- Collaborate with audit team members and business partners throughout engagements, proactively sharing knowledge and contributing to a positive, inclusive, and solutions-oriented environment.
- Monitor remediation commitments and evaluate supporting evidence to determine whether identified risks have been effectively addressed.
- Provide coaching, feedback, and day-to-day guidance to team members, helping foster learning, development, and long-term success.
- Contribute to annual risk assessments, audit planning activities, continuous improvement initiatives, and the enhancement of audit methodologies, technologies, and tools.
- Support Sarbanes-Oxley compliance activities and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, as applicable.
- Stay informed about industry developments, regulatory changes, emerging risks, data analytics, and evolving internal audit practices to bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to the team.
- Participate in special projects and advisory engagements that contribute to organizational priorities while expanding your professional capabilities and business knowledge.
Requirements
- We recognize that talent and potential can be demonstrated through many different experiences and career paths. If your background aligns with many of the qualifications below, we encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet every preferred requirement. We value diverse perspectives, transferable skills, and a growth mindset.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Economics, or a related field.
- Experience in internal audit, external audit, risk management, operational processes, compliance, or a related area. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
- Professional certification such as CIA, CPA, or an equivalent designation is preferred. Candidates actively pursuing certification are encouraged to apply and will be supported in their professional development.
- Experience within a Big 4 accounting firm, internal audit consulting practice, or a complex multinational organization is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage and execute complex assignments while effectively balancing multiple priorities.
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, and root-cause analysis skills, with attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex concepts in a clear and impactful way to diverse audiences.
- Proven ability to build trusted relationships, collaborate effectively across teams, value diverse viewpoints, and influence outcomes without direct authority.
- Experience mentoring, coaching, reviewing work, or supporting the development of others is preferred.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office and audit, analytics, visualization, governance, risk, or compliance tools is preferred.
- Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally. Typical travel is approximately 10% to 20% annually, though actual requirements may vary based on business needs and audit priorities.
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