Senior Internal Auditor

Job overview

The Senior Internal Auditor role is hybrid in Houston, TX, with remote work on Mondays and Fridays under the current department schedule; compensation is not specified. The position is part of Group 1 Automotive’s Internal Audit team and works across dealership operations and corporate functions. The auditor leads operational audits, advisory engagements, investigations, analytics projects, and SOX testing to identify risk, strengthen controls, and improve processes. The role also develops practical recommendations and supports staff auditors through coaching and workpaper review.

What you'll do

• Lead operational audits and advisory engagements from planning through reporting
• assess operational efficiency, controls, risks, and improvement opportunities
• develop audit procedures based on objectives and risks
• communicate findings and recommendations
• perform SOX walkthroughs and control testing
• coordinate remediation
• incorporate data analytics and continuous monitoring
• support investigations and fraud risk assessments
• manage concurrent engagements
• review workpapers and coach staff auditors
• partner with Finance, Operations, Compliance, IT, and other stakeholders
• prepare reports and maintain workpapers in Optro (AuditBoard).

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior internal auditor

internal audit

operational audits

sox compliance

data analytics

houston tx

group 1 automotive

hybrid

15% travel

qlik

alteryx

power bi

sql

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Approximately 75% of the role focuses on operational audits, advisory engagements, investigations, and analytics-driven projects, with approximately 25% on SOX testing. Requires a bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years of relevant experience; approximately 15% travel is required. CIA, CPA, or CISA credentials are preferred.

About the employer

Group 1 Automotive, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: New Car Dealers. Sector: 44.