Company Overview

WEX (NYSE: WEX) is a global commerce platform dedicated to simplifying the complexities of business operations. By building a seamlessly integrated ecosystem, WEX delivers personalized, embedded solutions that empower businesses worldwide. Leveraging rich data and deep industry expertise, WEX specializes in streamlining benefits, transforming mobility, and optimizing payment processes—helping companies navigate challenges and unlock their full potential with ease.

About the Job

About the Team & Role

The Internal Auditor will be part of the Internal Audit team, reporting directly to the Internal Audit Manager. This role offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative and dynamic environment, supporting SOX planning, conducting walkthroughs, and performing control testing. The auditor will play a key role in risk assessment for new or updated controls across diverse business processes, working with stakeholders at all levels to execute the annual audit plan. This position offers flexible work arrangements, including remote or hybrid options from Portland, ME; Boston, MA; Washington, D.C.; Dallas, TX; or Chicago, IL.

How You’ll Make an Impact

Assist in selecting audit procedures and executing audit program steps.
Contribute to the development of engagement work programs, including initial timelines and budgets, and identify potential delays or overruns.
Prepare work papers that summarize research and evidentiary data supporting audit conclusions.
Evaluate the relevance, sufficiency, and reliability of potential sources of evidence.
Discuss audit results with team leads, highlighting identified deficiencies and recommended corrective actions.
Support the preparation of audit findings and reports.
Utilize data analytics tools to enhance audit planning and execution.
Monitor and follow up on audit engagement results with management.
Collaborate with Corporate Audit Management to enhance audit project activities, including control automation, risk identification, and process improvements.

Experience You’ll Bring

Education & Certification

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Auditing, or a related field (or an Associate’s Degree with an additional two years of relevant experience).
Progress toward CIA, CISA, or CPA certification is preferred but not required.

Experience & Skills

2 years of relevant experience in audit, risk assessment, or compliance.
General understanding of SOX requirements, risk and controls concepts, and key business processes (e.g., Revenue, Fixed Assets, Expenditures).
Awareness of emerging technologies, IT risks, and data analytics.
Knowledge of risk management frameworks and various types of controls.
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to quickly analyze information and provide key takeaways.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly present audit findings and interact with stakeholders.
Adherence to ethical principles, including integrity, objectivity, confidentiality, and competency.
Understanding of key audit engagement planning activities, including objective setting, risk assessment, and work program development.
Strong ability to collaborate, negotiate, and maintain positive working relationships across the organization.

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Internal Auditor