Applied Materials · 9 hours ago
Senior Internal Audit
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$92K/yr - $126K/yrApplied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions, seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to lead operational audits and compliance investigations. The role involves planning audits, executing investigations, and effectively communicating findings to stakeholders.
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Responsibilities
Lead scoped fieldwork and issue execution for operational audits and privileged investigations, working independently with periodic review. Design test attributes, complete high‑quality workpapers in AuditBoard, and meet performance standards
Plan audits and advisory engagements: conduct process interviews and walkthroughs, document key attributes, refine testing standards, and develop subject matter expertise within assigned scopes; provide planning support to junior auditors
Execute Ethics & Compliance investigations (in coordination with Legal, HR, GIS and business partners): Support compliance‑related reviews and investigations, including gathering facts, assessing controls, and preparing clear, well‑documented findings
Support trade‑focused audit work Perform audits or advisory work in specialized risk areas, such as regulatory compliance or global trade processes, applying established frameworks and professional judgment (e.g., export licensing, export screening, intangible exports, non‑SAP shipments)
Identify and communicate findings: review methodology, evidence, and conclusions with the Engagement Manager; perform a sound initial risk assessment based on enterprise risk frameworks when drafting and consolidating issues; present results clearly to stakeholders and the CAE
Demonstrate proven relationship‑building skills to influence stakeholders and achieve alignment on audit findings and remediation plans
Own follow‑through to closure: secure timely management action plans, track remediation quarterly, gather evidence, and report progress until closure; maintain complete scope descriptions and artifacts in AuditBoard (including survey workflows)
Lead small engagements end‑to‑end (operational audit or advisory) ensuring alignment with objectives and stakeholder expectations
Perform SOX testing and provide PMO status updates; may lead SOX engagements for specific control areas, using IIA/GIA methodologies
Contribute to methods and templates and recommend scope adjustments based on professional judgment
Qualification
Required
Proven experience in internal audit, investigations, or compliance in complex, global environments, with the ability to exercise judgment on high‑risk, high‑complexity topics
Working knowledge of ethics & compliance investigations (e.g., evidence handling, stakeholder coordination, privilege considerations) and comfort presenting sensitive findings
Exposure to global trade compliance risks and controls (e.g., export controls/EAR, OFAC sanctions, ECCN/technology transfers, Import regulations)
Proficiency with audit tools and documentation systems (AuditBoard) and standard IIA approaches
Strong communication, stakeholder management, and report writing skills; ability to work independently and as part of a global team
Preferred
Certifications: CFE, CIA, CPA (or progress toward)
Experience with ERP environments (e.g., SAP) and data analysis in audit work
Prior SOX testing/lead experience; familiarity with PMO status processes
Multilingual capability
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Participation in a bonus and a stock award program
Company
Applied Materials
Applied Materials is a semiconductor and display equipment company that offers materials engineering solutions.
Founded in 1967
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.1BKey Investors
Stonnington GroupUS Department of Energy
2025-02-24Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2023-06-27Post Ipo Equity· $0.38M
2022-10-19Grant· $100M
Leadership Team
Omkaram Nalamasu
Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer
Tony Chiang, Ph.D
VP, CTO Applied AI
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