Sr. Internal Auditor

Stem is seeking a Sr. Internal Auditor to perform SOX 404 testing, evaluate internal controls, and ensure regulatory adherence. This role involves collaborating with department leaders to identify and remediate control gaps, contributing to annual risk assessments, and developing audit programs. The auditor will conduct fieldwork, prepare reports, identify automation opportunities, and ensure compliance with global standards. The position requires a proactive problem solver with strong critical thinking skills to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, information systems, or similar
• CPA, CIA, CISA, Chartered Accountant, or similar designation or working towards certification
• 4-8 years in external or internal audit, working with US public companies
• Requires minimal oversight, self-driven to perform required activities and report status
• Familiarity with global compliance frameworks and regulations (e.g. SOX, FCPA, GDPR)
• Strong communication skills, writing and verbal
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; exposure to NetSuite
• Highly adaptable and comfortable with ambiguity, able to thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments
• Proactive problem solver with strong critical thinking skills
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a collaborative mindset
• Demonstrates resilience, curiosity, and commitment to continuous learning and improvement

Good to Have

• Experience with data analytics tools

Role and Responsibilities

• Perform SOX 404 testing to evaluate internal controls and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements. Prepare and/or update flowcharts to document control processes.
• Collaborate with department leaders to identify, evaluate, and remediate control gaps, process inefficiencies, and risk mitigation opportunities.
• Contribute to the annual risk assessment process and development of the annual audit plan.
• Develop specialized audit programs and risk assessments to conduct risk-based audits and assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Conducting fieldwork, preparing work papers to support conclusions, discussing findings and observations with management
• Prepare clear, concise reports and presentations for management, summarizing findings, recommendations, and progress on initiatives.
• Identify automation / process improvement opportunities in SOX relevant areas, defining what those look like, analyze and work to bring it to fruition while defining appropriate controls.
• Compliance Monitoring: Develop and implement compliance monitoring frameworks to proactively identify and mitigate risks across Stem's global operations.
• Coordinate with external auditors, track deficiencies, and ensure timely remediation and root cause analysis.
• Stay ahead of emerging regulations and ensure compliance with global standards, including EU and U.S. requirements.

Must Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, information systems, or similar.
• Credentials: CPA, CIA, CISA, Chartered Accountant, or similar designation or working towards the certification is required.
• Experience: 4-8 years in external or internal audit, working with US public companies.
• Requires minimal oversight, experience being self-driven to perform required activities and report status to the Director of Internal Audit
• Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with global compliance frameworks and regulations (e.g. SOX, FCPA, GDPR) is a strong plus.
• Strong communication skills, writing and verbal. Must be able to effectively communicate with Stem control owners and management.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; exposure to NetSuite; experience with data analytics tools is a plus.
• Key Attributes: Highly adaptable and comfortable with ambiguity, able to thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments. A proactive problem solver with strong critical thinking skills and the ability to work independently while maintaining a collaborative mindset. Demonstrates resilience, curiosity, and commitment to continuous learning and improvement.