Senior Lead Internal Auditor

Role Overview

A leading investment management organization is seeking a Senior Lead Internal Auditor to join its internal audit and risk function. This role is well‑suited for a senior internal auditor or audit manager‑level professional who enjoys leading audits end‑to‑end while remaining directly involved in execution.

The position focuses on delivering risk‑based assurance and advisory reviews across operational, financial, and compliance areas. The individual will work closely with business leaders to evaluate processes, assess risk, and provide practical recommendations that strengthen controls and improve business outcomes. This is a high‑visibility individual contributor role with regular interaction with senior management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute internal audit and risk assurance engagements across operational, financial, and compliance domains.
• Plan audits by performing risk assessments, defining scope and objectives, and developing appropriate testing approaches.
• Conduct walkthroughs, testing, and analysis of business processes, systems, and internal controls.
• Identify control gaps, inefficiencies, and emerging risks, and develop clear, actionable recommendations.
• Prepare concise audit documentation and reports that effectively communicate issues, root causes, and remediation opportunities.
• Present audit results and recommendations to management in a professional and solutions‑oriented manner.
• Partner with stakeholders across the organization to provide advisory support and promote sound risk management practices.
• Apply internal audit standards and control frameworks in a practical, business‑focused way.
• Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of audit methodologies, tools, and use of data analytics.
• Support a culture of continuous improvement within the risk and assurance function.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related discipline.
• 4+ years of experience in internal audit, external audit, or risk advisory.
• Professional certification required (CPA or CIA).
• Solid understanding of internal controls, audit planning, and risk assessment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage audit engagements independently from planning through reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to senior‑level stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a collaborative team environment.

Additional Information

This role offers exposure to a wide range of business activities and provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing organization. The position is designed for experienced audit professionals seeking increased ownership, visibility, and work‑life balance without formal people management responsibilities.