Senior Internal Auditor

Morningstar Inc

Hybrid

Quick summary

Work type
Hybrid
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Salary
$95,275–$139,741 / yr
Posted
23 days ago

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $166k
This role $118k
$83k most similar roles pay here $206k

This role pays less than 89% of similar roles. Most pay $137,876–$193,875 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $118k versus about $166k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Morningstar Inc

Morningstar, Inc. is a leading financial services firm providing independent investment research, data, and management services to individuals, advisors, and institutions.

Morningstar Inc currently has 15 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $114,100–$167,350 across 14 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Senior Internal Auditor

Morningstar’s Global Audit and Assurance (GAA) team is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to join their mission-driven organization focused on empowering investor success through independent investment insights. As part of the GAA function, you will report directly to the Global Audit & Assurance VP and work closely with management across various departments to evaluate internal controls over financial reporting and compliance activities under Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404. Your daily tasks include executing audit workstreams, performing walkthroughs of complex processes, assessing control effectiveness, and developing practical recommendations for risk mitigation. You will apply the COSO framework, COBIT IT governance standards, and IIA Global Internal Audit Standards while leveraging tools like Alteryx or Microsoft 356 for data analytics. Ideal candidates have a background in accounting or related fields with at least three years of internal audit experience, preferably from a Big 4 firm, and possess certifications such as CIA, CPA, or CISA.

What you'll do

  • Execute audit workstreams across financial, operational, compliance, and IT reviews.
  • Assess design and operating effectiveness of internal controls in complex processes.
  • Develop clear, risk-focused observations with practical recommendations for improvements.
  • Apply COSO framework, COBIT IT governance, IIA standards, and US GAAP principles.
  • Assist management in continuous risk assessment and audit plan development.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor by identifying improvement opportunities and emerging risks.

What we're looking for

  • Minimum 3 years of internal or external audit experience.
  • Strong capability in risk identification, assessment, and control design evaluation.
  • Solid knowledge of internal auditing standards, accounting principles, and financial systems.
  • Undergraduate degree in accounting, business, information technology, or related field.
  • Experience with data analytics and software tools like Alteryx, Microsoft 365 for audit execution.
  • Professional accreditation (CIA, CPA, CISA) preferred but not required.
  • Ability to diagnose problems, determine root causes, and recommend practical solutions.

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