Senior Internal Auditor - job 1 of 2

As a Senior Internal Auditor at Axon, you'll oversee and execute testing procedures for business process controls in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements. This role involves preparing detailed audit workpapers, performing data analyses, and communicating findings effectively with senior management. You'll also collaborate with various teams to address complex issues and contribute to effective risk-based audit plans.

To qualify for the Senior Internal Auditor role at Axon, candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation is preferred, along with 2-3 years of audit experience. Comprehensive knowledge of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and experience in financial audits are essential for this position.

Successful Senior Internal Auditors at Axon need to demonstrate advanced analytical skills with the ability to analyze complex data and identify trends. Strong critical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills are crucial for conveying audit findings and recommendations to the Corporate Audit team and management.

At Axon, we believe in nurturing your professional growth. Senior Internal Auditors are encouraged to participate in ongoing training programs to enhance their audit and control knowledge. This not only helps individuals advance their careers but also contributes to the effectiveness of the entire audit team.

As a Senior Internal Auditor at Axon, you will play a critical role in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of financial controls. Your insights will help shape risk-based audit plans, contribute to meaningful process improvements, and ultimately support Axon's mission to Protect Life by ensuring organizational integrity and compliance.

In answering this question, highlight specific projects where you executed SOX control testing, emphasizing your understanding of compliance methodologies and your role in ensuring adherence to regulations.

Discuss your structured approach to creating clear, organized audit workpapers, detailing how you document testing procedures, findings, and recommendations effectively.

Provide a specific example demonstrating your analytical abilities, the steps you took to investigate the issue, and the resolution achieved through collaboration with stakeholders.

Explain your approach to crafting audit reports that are clear and concise, focusing on significant findings and actionable recommendations that resonate with business leaders.

Mention specific data analytics tools you've utilized during audits, demonstrating how you've leveraged them to enhance testing efficiency and extract meaningful insights.

Discuss your time management skills and how you prioritize tasks based on urgency and impact, showcasing your ability to handle multiple projects while maintaining quality.

Emphasize the importance of collaboration in the audit process and provide examples of how you’ve worked with cross-functional teams to enhance audit outcomes.

Share a specific instance where your audit findings led to significant process enhancements, detailing your role in the initiative and its impact on the organization.

Illustrate your commitment to ethical standards, discussing the measures you take to maintain confidentiality and integrity, including compliance with regulatory requirements.

Articulate your passion for the auditing profession and the values that align with Axon's mission to Protect Life, showcasing your dedication to enhancing organizational reliability and safety.