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Senior Internal Auditor

Zebra Technologies · Lincolnshire, IL · $86,080–$129,120 a year · Full time

Posted Aug 28, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

You supervise interns and staff auditors on a project. Tell me about a time someone's workpapers were not good enough and how you handled it.

What they are checking: Whether they coach to a standard and review carefully, since the senior signs off on the team's quality.

How do you write a recommendation that the business will actually implement instead of just agreeing to on paper?

What they are checking: Whether they think like an advisor who understands cost and practicality, not just a checker of boxes.

Tell me about an operational audit you led that was not about financial controls. What risk were you chasing?

What they are checking: Whether they can audit how a business runs, not only whether the numbers tie out.

Tell me about a time an audit ran over budget. What did you change partway through?

What they are checking: Whether they can manage scope and hours as a project leader rather than just doing more testing.

What would you do

Our audits cover domestic and international operations. How would you run fieldwork at a site in another country where the local team is wary of you?

What they are checking: Whether they can build trust across cultures and time zones while still getting the evidence they need.

A process owner pushes back hard on your finding and says the control works fine. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stay grounded in evidence while staying respectful, without caving or turning it into a fight.

Halfway through an audit you notice something that looks like it could be fraud. Walk me through your next steps.

What they are checking: Whether they know to preserve evidence and escalate properly instead of investigating alone or tipping people off.

About the work

Walk me through how you plan a Sarbanes-Oxley audit of a process you have never touched before.

What they are checking: Whether they can scope by risk and key controls instead of copying last year's workpapers line for line.

Tell me about a control deficiency you found. How did you decide whether it was a deficiency, a significant deficiency or a material weakness?

What they are checking: Whether they understand severity judgments and can defend them to management and the external auditors.

Give me an example of using data analytics to test a full population instead of a sample. What did it show you that sampling would have missed?

What they are checking: Whether they actually use analytics to improve audit coverage or only mention it as a buzzword.

How do you test IT general controls, and when do you bring in a specialist instead of doing it yourself?

What they are checking: Whether they understand how system access and change controls support the business controls they rely on.

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The full job description

As published by Zebra Technologies.

Overview: At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges. Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve. You’ll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about—locally and globally. Come make an impact every day at Zebra. What We're Looking For: The Senior Internal Auditor serves as an advisor to the business and leads the planning and execution of financial, operational, risk-based, corporate governance, and Sarbanes-Oxley audits across Zebra’s domestic and international operations. The role provides project leadership and indirect supervision to Internal Auditors, Interns, and other project resources. The Senior Internal Auditor applies business acumen, professional judgment, technology, and data analytics to evaluate risks, strengthen controls, improve audit quality, and deliver practical recommendations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Leads end-to-end audit projects, including risk assessment, scoping, planning, stakeholder engagement, fieldwork execution, and reporting. • Evaluates business processes, systems, risks, and controls to provide practical, risk-based recommendations and effective control solutions. • Leads and mentors’ staff, interns, and other project resources while fostering accountability, collaboration, professional skepticism, and critical thinking. • Apply business acumen and professional judgment to identify emerging risks, partnering with the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) team, and evaluate the impact of acquisitions, system implementations, organizational changes, and other strategic initiatives on audit objectives. • Leverages and champions the use of data analytics, AI, automation, Optro, Midship, and other approved technologies to enhance audit quality, efficiency, insight, and continuous auditing capabilities across the team. • Identifies opportunities to improve audit methodologies, capabilities, tools, and processes, and support the continued development and maturity of the Internal Audit function. Able to work hybrid (3 days in office/2 remote) from Lincolnshire, IL. Able to travel up to 25% travel domestic and international Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in business-related major (i.e., Finance/Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Management Information Systems, etc. • 5+ years of relevant work experience (i.e., auditing, consulting, finance/operations, IT/Security). Candidates with a background in public accounting or consulting may be considered with 3+ years of experience in that background or 3+ years of relevant Zebra experience, inclusive of participation in the FDP program will be considered. Preferred Key Skills and Competencies: • Command over core business processes, risks, and control frameworks, including financial reporting, procurement, inventory management, order-to-cash, payroll, and information technology. • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at various organizational levels. • Strong business acumen and professional judgment. • Professional skepticism, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities. • Strong project management, prioritization, and organizational skills. • Ability to build collaborative relationships across functions and cultures. • Adaptability in evolving business, technology, and risk environments • Commitment to continuous learning, innovation, and process improvement. • Proficiency with data analytics, AI, automation, audit technologies, and other department-approved tools. Equal Opportunity Employer: Zebra 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 and protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at workplace.accommodations@zebra.com. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf Conozca sus Derechos: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp_10_20.pdf We will ensure that 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 to request accommodation at workplace.accommodations@zebra.com . Pay Range: $86,080.00 - $129,120.00 Annual Incentive Compensation: In addition to base pay, Zebra offers this role the opportunity to earn a performance-based annual cash incentive, at a target equal to 10% of base pay, in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. Zebra Total Rewards: Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive – including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work. Salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience. Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement. In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards. Benefits: We understand the importance of work-life balance and wellbeing, which is why we offer flexibility for our teams including: hybrid work, adaptable hours, Summer Flex Fridays, Focus Fridays, and an annual companywide well-being day to promote revitalization and success. Job Posting Statement: To protect candidates from falling victim to online fraudulent activity involving fake job postings and employment offers, please be aware our recruiters will always connect with you via @zebra.com email accounts. Applications are only accepted through our applicant tracking system and only accept personal identifying information through that system. Our Talent Acquisition team will not ask for you to provide personal identifying information via e-mail or outside of the system. If you are a victim of identity theft contact your local police department. AI Technology Statement: Zebra Technologies leverages AI technology to evaluate job applications using objective, job-relevant criteria. This approach enhances efficiency and promotes fairness in the hiring process. However, every decision regarding interviews and hiring is made by our dedicated team, because we believe people make the best decisions about people. For more on how we use technology in hiring and how we process applicant data, see our Zebra Privacy Policy .

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