Senior Internal Auditor

Senior Internal Auditor
Houston, TX
Salary: $105K - $115K (DOE; negotiable)

Perks of the Senior Internal Auditor Role?

• Strategic impact through direct partnership with the CFO and cross-functional leaders.
• Greenfield opportunity to design, launch, and lead a centralized internal audit function.
• Strong executive support with clear long-term career growth as the audit function scales.
• Competitive, traditional benefits package including 401(k) match up to 3%.
• Exposure to diverse business sectors including trucking, auto, heavy equipment, and lift trucks.

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Internal Auditor:

• Design, implement, and execute a comprehensive internal audit program across four major business groups.
• Evaluate and enhance operational and financial controls with an emphasis on inventory accuracy and risk mitigation.
• Plan and conduct audits, including on-site reviews and post-audit consultations.
• Present audit findings to leadership and recommend practical, actionable improvements.
• Partner closely with accounting, business analysts, and operations to ensure adoption of internal controls.
• Proactively identify control gaps and support compliance, asset protection, and business continuity initiatives.

Internal Audit Manager Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Proven internal audit or relevant accounting experience, ideally within dealership, trucking, auto, equipment, or related industries.
• Strong communication and influencing skills with the ability to engage stakeholders across multiple business functions.
• Willingness to work on-site with regional travel (50%) across Texas, Louisiana, and Arkansas.