Job Summary:
UKG is looking for a highly motivated, self-driven and detail-oriented Senior Internal Auditor for a hybrid-office based position out of our Noida, India office. The ideal candidate should be a self-starter and possess strong work ethics. This role will also support audit work focused on compliance with federal, state, and internal regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring effective risk management, promoting best practices, and providing insights to support organizational objectives. This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the effectiveness of internal controls and compliance with organizational policies and regulations. The Senior Internal Auditor will join a Global Internal Audit Team and will be working closely Internal Audit leaders and team members across the world. Our Internal Audit team fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation and utilizes top of the line audit tools and systems.

Key Responsibilities:
a) Internal Controls Evaluation and Enhancement:
− Conduct evaluations of internal controls and ensure they align with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
− Design and implement improvements in control processes to enhance efficiency, safeguard assets, and ensure compliance.
− Collaborate with process owners to develop and maintain control documentation, including narratives, flowcharts, and risk and control matrices.

b) Compliance Audits and Controls Testing:
− Perform testing of controls related to compliance with federal, state, and internal regulations, such as SOX, and other applicable standards.
− Assess compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements, identifying gaps and providing recommendations for mitigation.
− Monitor the remediation of identified control deficiencies and ensure timely implementation.

c) Reporting and Communication:
− Prepare well-documented, clear, and concise audit reports, summarizing control deficiencies, risks, and improvement opportunities.
− Communicate findings and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders, ensuring transparency and fostering collaboration.

d) Risk Assessment and Control Environment Monitoring:
− Participate in risk assessments to identify high-risk areas and prioritize audits focused on critical compliance and control issues.
− Develop a thorough understanding of the organization's control environment and contribute to the annual internal audit planning process.

e) Other:
− Work closely with business units, compliance, and risk teams to promote control awareness and support compliance initiatives.
− Serve as a trusted advisor on controls and compliance matters, providing insights and actionable recommendations to enhance business processes.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Relevant certifications such as CPA, CIA, or CFE are highly preferred.
- 3-6 years of experience in internal auditing, controls testing, or a similar field, preferably within a multinational organization.
- Strong understanding of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and experience with compliance standards, such as SOX, HIPAA, or state-specific regulations.
- Proficiency in controls testing and compliance audit methodologies.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex issues clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive approach to managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines.

Personal Attributes:
- High level of integrity and professionalism.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.