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Senior Internal Auditor - Audit Operations
- Principal Financial Group (Des Moines, IA)
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What You'll Do
We’re looking for a Senior Internal Auditor to join our Audit Operations team. In this role, you’ll drive innovation and operational excellence by managing key audit technology solutions, advancing data governance practices, and delivering impactful audit performance reporting. You’ll help shape how Internal Audit leverages technology and analytics to improve efficiency, reporting accuracy, and actionable insights.
You'll Also Have the Opportunity To:
+ Lead technology enablement by administering AuditBoard and optimizing audit tools to enhance functionality and integration.
+ Design and implement data-driven reporting solutions using dashboards and analytics to provide meaningful audit performance insights.
+ Partner on data governance initiatives to ensure secure handling of audit data and compliance with regulatory requirements.
+ Perform quality checks on audit work and support the quality assurance and improvement program.
+ Assist in refining audit methodologies and tools to promote consistency and adherence to professional standards.
+ Collaborate with audit teams and leadership to foster continuous improvement and innovation.
+ Participate in select audit engagements to maintain hands-on experience and practical auditing skills.
Operating at the intersection of financial services and technology, Principal builds financial tools that help our customers live better lives. We take pride in being a purpose-led firm, motivated by our mission to make financial security accessible to all. Our mission, integrity, and customer focus have made us a trusted leader for more than 140 years!
Who You Are
+ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent five to eight years of professional experience.
+ Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is required, other applicable certifications a plus.
+ Will consider application without, with the expectation it is earned within 1 year of starting the role.
+ Certifications beyond CIA (CPA, CISA, CFE) preferred.
+ Ability to communicate effectively, including listening, verbal, and written skills.
+ General business acumen based on relevant industry experience and/or understanding of audit, risk, and control concepts.
+ A depth and breadth of knowledge and understanding across key aspects of the business operations in support of credibility, relationship management and impact of audit work.
+ Proficiency in data analytics tools and software is preferred.
+ Travel may be required.
+ Preferred: Bilingual skills (i.e., Spanish) to support Latin American audit initiatives and delivery of QAIP.
Salary Range Information
Salary ranges below reflect targeted base salaries. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation for all roles will be based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.
Salary Range (Non-Exempt expressed as hourly; Exempt expressed as yearly)
$86450 - $116850 / year
Time Off Program
Flexible Time Off (FTO) is provided to salaried (exempt) employees and provides the opportunity to take time away from the office with pay for vacation, personal or short-term illness. Employees don’t accrue a bank of time off under FTO and there is no set number of days provided.
Pension Eligible
Yes
Work Environments
This role offers an in-office and hybrid (blending at least three days in a typical workweek) work arrangement in Des Moines, IA.
Work Authorization/Sponsorship
At this time, we're not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For additional information around work authorization needs please use the following links.
Nonimmigrant Workers (https://www.uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/temporary-nonimmigrant-workers) and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants (https://www.uscis.gov/green-card/green-card-eligibility/green-card-for-employment-based-immigrants)
Investment Code of Ethics
For Principal Asset Management positions, you’ll need to follow an Investment Code of Ethics related to personal and business conduct as well as personal trading activities for you and members of your household. These same requirements may also apply to other positions across the organization.
Experience Principal
At Principal, we value connecting on both a personal and professional level. Together, we’re imagining a more purpose-led future for financial services – and that starts with you. Our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. And we support our employees the same way we support our customers: with comprehensive, competitive benefit offerings crafted to protect their physical, financial, and social well-being. Check out our careers site (https://www.principal.com/about-us/careers) to learn more about our purpose, values and benefits.
Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Posting Window
We will accept applications for 3 full days following the Original Posting Date, after which the posting may remain open or be removed based upon applications received. If we choose to post the job again, we will accept additional applications for at least 1 full day following the Most Recently Posted Date. Please submit applications in a timely manner as there is no guarantee the posting will be available beyond the applicable deadline.
Original Posting Date
4/8/2025
Most Recently Posted Date
4/8/2025
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