Senior Internal Auditor

Department:
Finance

Employment Type:
Permanent - Full Time

Location:
Houston - Texas

Reporting To:
Stephanie Palliser

Description
At Lummus Technology, innovation thrives, and excellence is a shared pursuit. When you join the Lummus Family, you are empowered to make an impact and be part of a dynamic team that celebrates creativity, encourages professional development, and fosters collaboration.

From our technology portfolio to our global workforce, Lummus is growing at a rapid pace, and we hope that you will grow with us during this exciting time.

The
Senior Internal Auditor
will help lead and execute key audit initiatives, including the implementation of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) internal controls documentation and testing. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of audit processes and frameworks from the ground up. The Senior Internal Auditor will be both a strategic contributor and a hands-on practitioner—leading audits, mentoring team members, and collaborating across departments to strengthen internal controls and risk management.

Key Responsibilities

The Senior Internal Auditor Will

• Participate in Lummus' SOX program through controls rationalization, process walkthroughs and documentation efforts, development of testing plans, performance of controls testing and documentation of testing results, evaluation of identified gaps, and proposal of practical solutions working closely with control owners, internal audit team members, co-sourced resources, and external auditors to ensure alignment.
• Lead and execute internal audits across operational, financial, business process, and compliance areas. This includes, but is not limited to, developing and maintaining comprehensive audit programs aligned with company objectives and regulatory requirements, preparing thorough and well-organized workpapers to document work performed, and preparing and communicating clear and concise audit reports with meaningful observations and practical recommendations.
• Discuss observations with client management and present overall results to senior management. Follow up on recommendations to ensure implementation.
• Identify opportunities for improvements in processes and internal controls, discuss improvement opportunities with process owners, and document opportunities and related recommendations.
• Work closely with the Internal Audit Manager and the Vice President of Audit to ensure effective and efficient execution of assigned projects.
• Mentor and guide auditors providing feedback and fostering professional development.
• Assist in the development of audit policies, procedures, and tools to support a scalable audit function.
• Participate in investigations and/or special projects on an as-needed basis.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in internal audit, including internal controls documentation and SOX testing, auditing for financial reporting, operations, business processes, compliance, fraud investigation, and the safeguarding of assets required. Proven knowledge of SOX, COSO, the International Professional Practices Framework, Enterprise Risk Management, and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act are required. Energy or technology industry experience is preferred.
• Experience with audit management solutions software (AuditBoard, or Workiva preferred), databases, data visualization and analytics tools (PowerBI preferred), and ERPs (JD Edwards preferred).
• Excellent project management and organizational skills with high attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and sound independent judgement.
• Ability to work independently with limited direction and guidance, effectively coordinating project activities with other team members and co-sourced partners.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, demonstrating professionalism, poise, self-confidence, and tact.
• Strong desire to become knowledgeable of the business and drive effective internal controls.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to lead and influence without formal authority.

Education And Training
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related area with auditing and/or systems courses taken is required. MBA or master's degree preferred.

Professional Certifications
CPA, CIA, CFE or other similar certifications are preferred. Demonstrated progress toward professional certification is required.

Job Benefits

This Position May Be Eligible For
Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Prescription

Health Savings Account

Health Advocate

Bonus

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Account

(Health care, Dependent care and Limited Purpose)

Employee Assistance Plan

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance

Voluntary Life and AD&D (employee, spouse and child)

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Voluntary Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity

Identify Theft

Legal

Commuter Benefit Plan

Lummus Savings Plan

Pet Insurance