Internal Audit Leader

Internal Audit Leader

The Opportunity:

As an Internal Audit Leader, you will help advance Booz Allen’s internal audit capability by helping develop a modern, risk-based audit approach across key business processes, including finance, procurement, human resources, and operations. You will execute and oversee internal audit engagements, reaching well-supported data-driven conclusions and communicating practical recommendations to executives and business leaders. You will serve as a key contributor to the continued evolution of internal audits using data analytics, automation, and AI. 

You will support the ongoing maintenance of the internal audit universe, ensuring that business processes, organizational changes, emerging risks, prior audit results, regulatory developments, and management input are reflected in the annual risk assessment. You will help develop the annual audit plan and recommend engagement priorities and resource requirements. 

You will partner with process owners, leadership, and other stakeholders to build trusted relationships and evaluate control effectiveness. You will identify gaps, assess root causes, recommend improvements, and help guide the development of sustainable remediation plans and enhanced business processes. As a senior member of the internal audit function, you will monitor the timely resolution of audit findings, escalate significant or overdue issues, support audit quality and continuous improvement activities, and contribute to the development of team members and audit methodologies. Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required.

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You Have:

• 12+ years of experience in internal audit, business process risk, controls, or compliance
• Experience leveraging data analytics, automation, or AI to enhance audit planning, testing, trend analysis, or reporting 
• Experience building trusted relationships with senior and executive leaders of assigned stakeholder areas 
• Experience maintaining an internal audit universe, supporting enterprise-wide risk assessments, and developing or executing an annual risk-based internal audit plan 
• Experience supporting or managing SOX programs, including senior review of testing
• Ability to synthesize complex information and deliver clear, concise communications tailored to various audiences, including executive leadership
• Ability to identify root causes, develop practical, action-oriented recommendations, and communicate effectively with executives and both technical and non-technical stakeholders 
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple engagements, and collaborate effectively across business functions 
• Bachelor’s degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience developing audit methodologies and improving audit processes 
• Experience applying automation or AI-enabled tools to internal audit activities 
• Experience auditing technology-enabled business processes or partnering with technology audit teams on integrated risks and controls 
• Knowledge of internal control frameworks, risk management standards, and financial reporting requirements 
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) Certification

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $125,300.00 to $233,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.