Internal Auditor (SOX & Emerging Technologies)

Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop smartphone wearable device voice-controlled gadget flexible screen VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles integrated circuits packaging printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists engineers data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the worlds leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrows electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Group/Division

KLA is well known for its high-performing business model which routinely produces significant profit margins and revenue. Key to supporting KLA business is the finance team that partners with corporate and global business organizations to provide expertise and guidance for developing and executing sound business models and practices. The Finance organization consists of operations and corporate finance teams. The operations finance team influences business decisions by gathering the best available operations information distilling it and making recommendations to our management team on the best course of action. The corporate team provides a broad range of services such as financial planning corporate accounting tax industry analysis and benchmarking internal audits SEC reporting and merger and acquisition support.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

About the Role

In this role you will help deliver SOX assurance by executing internal control testing and process walkthroughs across key financial reporting areas. You will also partner with control owners and external auditors to support documentation requests and drive clear timely outcomes.

You will have an opportunity to improve how we work by identifying practical ways to streamline testing and reportingusing automation and emerging technology (including Generative AI) where it adds value and aligns with strategy and governance.

Core Responsibilities

• Execute SOX control testing and process walkthroughs across key financial reporting areas; document results clearly and on time

• Perform peer quality reviews of testing documentation (e.g. workpapers evidence) and provide actionable feedback.

• Partner with control owners to clarify control design evidence expectations and timelines

• Coordinate with external auditors on documentation requests design assessments and follow-up questions

• Support control certification processes and other SOX assurance activities

• Identify opportunities to streamline and automate audit workflows using approved tools; document and share repeatable approaches

• Contribute to the teams emerging technology roadmap by piloting and/or building improvements

• Support operational audit engagements (planning fieldwork reporting) based on team priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA and/or CIA (or progress toward certification)

• Masters degree in Accounting Finance Economics or a related field

• Experience with Optro (previously Auditboard) or other similar GRC application

• 25 years of experience in internal audit external audit or SOX/internal controls testing

• Working knowledge of accounting fundamentals internal controls risk assessment and audit methodology

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to explain requests and findings clearly to control owners and auditors

• Able to manage assigned work with defined milestones and proactively escalate risks or blockers in a timely manner

• Growth mindset with humility curiosity and open-mindedness

• Collaborates effectively with a cross-functional distributed team

• Willing to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% based on business needs (typical travel is 5%; may increase during peak periods such as walkthroughs site visits or audits) and work with global teams across time zones as needed

• A strong desire to learn and explore Generative AI applications for Audit. Prior experience using and building with any of the following emerging technology: CoPilot Claude ChatGPT Gemini etc.

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Economics or a related field

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree plus 2 years experience or Masters Degree and 0 years experience

Base Pay Range: $68100.00 - $115800.00 Annually

Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLA

KLAs total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical dental vision life and other voluntary benefits 401(K) including company matching employee stock purchase program (ESPP) student debt assistance tuition reimbursement program development and career growth opportunities and programs financial planning benefits wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP) paid time off and paid company holidays and family care and bonding leave.

Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role level and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors including state minimum pay wage rates location job-related skills experience and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at or at 1- to request accommodation.

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