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Morningstar Sustainalytics · 18 hours ago

Senior Internal Auditor

Chicago

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$95K/yr - $162K/yr

3+ years exp

Morningstar is a leading global provider of independent investment insights, and they are seeking a highly motivated Senior Internal Auditor. The role involves evaluating the company’s business and information technology processes, assessing internal controls, and making recommendations to strengthen efficiencies and reduce risks.

Financial Services

Responsibilities

Execute audit workstreams across financial, operational, compliance, and information technology reviews, applying sound audit judgment throughout planning, execution, and reporting

Perform walkthroughs of complex business and information technology processes and independently assess the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls. Evaluate, synthesize, and interpret audit evidence against defined criteria to identify root causes, key risk themes, and meaningful insights

Develop clear, risk-focused observations and practical recommendations that articulate business impact and drive corrective action

Effectively apply the COSO internal control framework, COBIT IT governance framework, IIA Global Internal Audit Standards and US GAAP accounting principles

Assist audit management with the execution of continuous risk assessment and audit plan development

Serve as a trusted advisor and business partner by proactively identifying improvement opportunities and emerging risks

Qualification

Internal auditing standardsRisk assessmentCOSO frameworkData analyticsProfessional accreditationFinancial reportingCommunication skillsProject managementCollaborationProblem-solving

Required

Action-oriented, self-starter with strong verbal and written communication skills

Comfortable working both independently or in teams with a demonstrated ability to deliver end-to-end audit projects on time with a high degree of quality

Demonstrated ability to diagnose problems, determine root causes, and recommend pragmatic solutions to complex challenges

Strong capability in risk identification, risk assessment, and control design and evaluation

Solid knowledge of internal auditing standards; accounting and business principles; and computerized financial and operational systems

Undergraduate degree in accounting, business, information technology, management information systems, or a related field

Minimum of 3 years of internal or external audit experience

Understanding of the technical aspects of accounting and financial reporting

Preferred

Experience in working for a Big 4 or Tier-Two public accounting firm highly preferred

Professional accreditation (e.g., CIA, CPA, CISA) highly preferred

Experience in performing data analytics and using data extraction and analysis software such as Alteryx, Microsoft 365 (e.g., Excel advanced analytics, Power BI, Power Automate, SharePoint), or similar platforms to support audit execution, risk analysis, or process improvement

Demonstrated interest in innovation, including the application of data analytics, automation, or emerging technologies to enhance audit quality and efficiency

Exposure to auditing or assessing risks related to advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, automation, or complex data-driven systems

Exceptionally curious, adaptable, and comfortable navigating ambiguity and change in a dynamic environment

Highly collaborative, with a strong ability to partner cross-functionally on detail-oriented initiatives

Excellent project management, presentation, and storytelling skills, including the ability to tailor messages to different audiences and clearly articulate the business impact of findings to stakeholders

Benefits

75% 401k match up to 7%

Stock Ownership Potential

Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission

Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plans and coverages

Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual

Company-provided long- and short-term disability insurance

Trust-Based Time Off

6-week Paid Sabbatical Program

6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave

Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Bonding Leave

Adoption Assistance

Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities

Annual Education Stipend

Tuition Reimbursement

Charitable Matching Gifts program

Dollars for Doers volunteer program

Paid volunteering days

15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups

Company

Morningstar Sustainalytics

Glassdoor3.3

Morningstar Sustainalytics is a leading independent ESG and corporate governance research, ratings and analytics firm that supports investors around the world with the development and implementation of responsible investment strategies.

Founded in 1992

Amsterdam, NL

1001-5000 employees