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Internal Audit Director

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In-Office
Attleboro, MA
165K-227K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Attleboro, MA
165K-227K Annually
Senior level
The Internal Audit Director will lead the internal audit function, execute risk-based audit plans, ensure compliance, and collaborate with management to enhance internal controls.
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Sensata Technologies is seeking a highly experienced and process-oriented Internal Audit Director (IAD) to lead and oversee the company’s internal audit function. This role is critical in ensuring the effectiveness of internal controls and driving process improvement across the organization. The IAD will report administratively to the Chief Accounting Officer. Additionally, the IAD will have functional accountability and make periodic reports to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors.
The IAD will manage the relationship with the company’s internal audit service provider and ensure that audit activities are aligned with Sensata’s objectives and executed to the highest standards.

General Responsibilities 

• Lead the internal audit function, including oversight of co-sourced internal audit services.

• Develop and execute a risk-based internal audit plan aligned with the company’s strategic, operational, and compliance objectives.

• Direct the annual internal controls testing and reporting process, including SOX compliance.

• Collaborate with management and external auditors to resolve identified control and process issues.

• Present audit findings, risk assessments, and recommendations to the Audit Committee and senior management.

• Monitor and report on the implementation of audit recommendations and corrective actions.

• Ensure compliance with internal policies, external regulations, and industry best practices.

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and risk awareness across the organization.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders on process optimization, risk mitigation, and internal controls.

• Coordinate with the Legal department to conduct preliminary assessments of hotline or other complaints with potential financial implications. Resolve issues directly when appropriate, and escalate complex or material matters to co-sourced internal audit resources to ensure thorough and independent investigations.

• Stay current with industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging risks.
Experience / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; CPA, CIA, or equivalent certification strongly preferred; or equivalent relevant work experience.

• 10+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, public accounting, or risk management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

• Experience managing co-sourced or outsourced internal audit providers.

• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO), SOX compliance, and risk assessment methodologies.

• Proven ability to communicate effectively with executive leadership and board-level stakeholders.

• Highly analytical, detail-oriented, and process-driven with a strong commitment to integrity and accountability.

• Experience in a global manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment to handle multiple competing tasks and demands
• Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
 

Additional Qualifications:

  • Travel: up to 25%

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Base Salary Range:

$165,300.00 - $227,370.00

At Sensata, our employees are the key to our success and growth.  We recognize that each individual brings their own unique experience, therefore the base salary range information shown above is a general guideline only.  Sensata considers several factors when extending an offer, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. In addition to base salary, Sensata offers competitive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans, along with education reimbursement, wellness programs, a 401(k) retirement plan with Company matching, and a variety of paid time off, such as vacation or flex-time, sick, bereavement, and parental leave. Certain positions are also eligible for short-term incentive and long-term incentive programs.

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