Senior Internal Auditor

About Lumen

Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up – committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress.

Lumen’s commitment to workplace inclusion and employee support shines bright. We’ve made the Newsweek 2024 Greatest Workplaces for Diversity list and achieved a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (CEI) for the fifth consecutive year. Plus, we’re the top employer in the communications and telecom industry, ranking 12th overall across all industries in The American Opportunity Index.

We’re looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.

The Role

The Senior Internal Auditor will execute complex internal financial and/or operational audits and risk assessments.  This role assists in audit planning activities, prepares audit plans and audit workpapers, and understands the specific risks to be evaluated. The role will also assist in developing formal written reports to communicate audit results to management and identify recommendations as appropriate.

 

Internal Audit’s mission at Lumen is to support the Audit Committee and management through objective risk-based assurance and advisory services designed to add value and improve the operations of Lumen. As part of the global team, you will have the unique opportunity to understand different business process areas across a global technology company. You will engage with varying layers of leadership to evaluate day-to-day operations and financials and translate risks to big picture issues that directly impact the business and Lumen’s customers. You will learn to use big data and develop analytics to support audit findings and provide management meaningful information. You will be involved in the SOX 404 program to evaluate and test controls to help ensure Lumen can effectively meet its financial objectives.

Location

This position has been designated as fully remote in the U.S.

The Main Responsibilities

• Assist with audit engagement planning activities including conducting interviews, documenting the process and control assessment, and developing audit objectives, detailed test plans, and audit scope.
• Execute audit testing and document test work performed, root cause analysis, summarized test results, and conclusion within workpapers.
• Participate in systems implementation and process improvement projects.
• Communicate with internal audit management regarding testing status, audit issues and deadlines.
• Assist the SOX team with the evaluation of financial and/or IT processes and controls across various areas of the business, as needed.

What We Look For in a Candidate

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or other business discipline
• At least three years of relevant experience in internal audit with a large company, risk consulting, or external audit.
• Attention to detail with good organizational capabilities.
• Ability to effectively communicate and build relationships with control owners and other business partners.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced, constantly changing environment, with an exceptional eye for detail.
• Work in a team environment to achieve department objectives. The position requires multi-tasking, problem solving, prioritizing and excellent communication skills to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate an aptitude for critical thinking in complex situations.
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated experience with audit software such as HighBond

 

Preferred

• Large accounting firm or industry experience with large company
• CIA, CISA and/or CPA certification

Compensation

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this po