Senior Manager, Internal Audit

Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers’ critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient.

Job Summary & Responsibilities

The Senior Manager, Internal Audit, will play a critical role in strengthening and evolving Onto’s Internal Audit function by leading and executing risk-based audits across the enterprise. This individual will partner closely with the company’s compliance functions, and External Audit to ensure effective governance, risk management, and internal controls.

The ideal candidate has strong internal audit experience, preferably within the semiconductor, manufacturing, or technology industry, and brings excellent communication and leadership skills. This role requires the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with stakeholders at all levels. The Senior Manager will be instrumental in driving risk management and internal control improvements across the organization through thoughtful risk assessments and execution of complex audits. In addition, this role will contribute to the ongoing evolution of the Internal Audit function to keep pace with Onto’s growth, acquisitions, and strategic priorities, while maintaining compliance with the Institute of Internal Audit (IIA) Standards.

This is an onsite position at our Wilmington, MA headquarters, reporting to the Head of Internal Audit.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute risk-based operational, financial, and compliance audits across the global organization.
• Apply and promote adherence to the Institute of Internal Auditors’ (IIA) Standards and the COSO Internal Control Integrated Framework.
• Stay alert to emerging risks including cybersecurity, ESG and sustainability, enterprise risk management, and third-party/vendor risk.
• Develop, document, and present audit findings and recommendations to management, focusing on actionable, business-focused solutions.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships with Finance, Operations, Legal, Compliance, and IT to provide assurance and advisory services.
• Monitor industry trends, internal audit best practices, and regulatory developments relevant to the semiconductor industry.
• Manage the operation of key Internal Audit activities, including collaboration with co-sourced resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA, CIA, or equivalent certification strongly preferred.
• 7–10+ years of progressive internal audit, external audit, or related risk assurance experience; prior experience in a high-growth or technology/semiconductor environment is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, risk management, and governance frameworks, including IIA Standards and COSO.
• SOX compliance experience (testing, coordination, or oversight) strongly preferred.
• Experience auditing technology or manufacturing operations (semiconductor industry strongly preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage and execute complex audits.
• Skilled in preparing clear, insightful reports and collaborating with stakeholders across Legal, Compliance, IT, and Finance to align audit observations and agree on effective management action plans.
• Experience working with external auditors and coordinating across multiple assurance functions.
• Strong knowledge of internal audit trends, benchmarks, and best practices; active participation in professional organizations is a plus.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build trust across all levels of the business.
• High level of integrity, professional judgment, and business acumen.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% (domestic and international).

Onto Innovation Inc. offers competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, including health/dental/vision/life/disability, PTO, 401K plan with employer match, and an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) along with health & wellness initiatives. We provide a collaborative working environment along with resources, and state-of-the-art tools & equipment to promote success; and a welcoming, inclusive corporate culture where individuals are recognized for their contributions.

Onto Innovation Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

For positions requiring access to technical data, Onto Innovation Inc., Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.