Top Internal Auditor Jobs in Chicago, IL

Lead and execute technology audits across cloud, application, and cybersecurity domains to support SOX compliance. Design and test IT general, application, and entity-level controls; perform risk-based planning, testing, and reporting; drive remediation with process owners; and apply data analytics, automation, and generative AI to improve audit quality and efficiency.

Perform internal audits following the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF). Conduct audits across domestic and international operations, report findings, and support control assessments. Collaborate with stakeholders and work toward CIA or CPA certification.

Executes operational, SOX 404, IT general control, and automated control testing under senior auditor direction. The role analyzes processes and data, identifies control gaps and exceptions, documents audit workpapers, communicates with process owners, supports remediation follow-up, and assists with internal control assessments. It requires strong analytical, documentation, communication, and organizational skills, along with foundational knowledge of COSO and risk management.

Executes operational, SOX 404, IT general control, and automated control testing under senior auditor direction. The role analyzes processes and data, identifies control gaps and audit exceptions, documents workpapers, communicates with process owners, supports remediation follow-up, and maintains audit objectivity and confidentiality. Candidates need a finance or accounting degree, at least two years of audit or risk-controls experience, knowledge of COSO and risk management, strong analytical and documentation skills, and proficiency with standard office software.

Leads operational internal audit engagements across branches and distribution centers, including planning, risk assessment, process walkthroughs, testing, fraud analysis, workpaper review, findings, and reporting. Evaluates financial, operational, compliance, governance, risk management, and supply chain controls. Coaches audit associates, collaborates with management and executives, recommends process improvements, applies data analytics and automation, and ensures compliance with professional audit standards.

Plan, coordinate, and execute internal audits and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) 404 requirements. Conduct risk assessments, lead financial, IT, and SOX audit engagements, prepare audit reports, maintain audit programs, and coach audit staff. Use data analytics (Tableau, Power BI) to analyze evidence and support findings. Engage with management and manage multiple field assignments and special projects.

Lead internal audit engagements for financial institutions, performing risk assessments, planning, fieldwork oversight, report drafting, engagement economics, and client relationship development. Advise on AML/BSA/OFAC compliance, process and controls, and leverage analytics and AI tools to enhance audit programs and identify further opportunities.

The Internal Auditor will conduct ICFR audits, identify control weaknesses, develop audit plans, and collaborate with external auditors while presenting findings to leadership.

Execute audits of financial and operational controls across departments to ensure compliance with policies and procedures. Perform basic accounting and systems analysis, document findings, communicate results, and support process improvements and risk-control initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders and learn audit methodologies and financial systems.

Conduct regulatory exams and internal audits following management direction. Requires audit and project management experience, along with data analytics and technical skills.

Lead and execute internal audit engagements for a financial institution from planning through reporting. Assess risks and controls, prepare audit programs and workpapers per IIA standards, document control narratives, develop actionable recommendations, communicate results to management, mentor audit team members, perform follow-ups and special projects, and ensure regulatory (including BSA) compliance.