Senior Auditor

Job Summary

The Senior Auditor is a highly skilled audit professional responsible for leading risk-based audits and advisory engagements that evaluate internal controls, financial reporting, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and the safeguarding of company assets. This role plans and executes audits, communicates results to management, and supports remediation and continuous improvement across the enterprise. The position partners with Finance, Operations, IT, Compliance, and other functions to promote a strong control environment and support effective risk management. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Leads all phases of assigned audits, including risk assessment, scoping, planning, fieldwork, testing, issue development, and reporting, in accordance with internal audit methodologies and applicable standards.
• Independently evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting and key business processes, with emphasis on higher-risk areas.
• Uses data analytics and digital audit tools to enhance audit coverage, identify anomalies, and provide value-added observations to management.
• Prepares work programs, process documentation, and workpapers; ensures conclusions are supported by sufficient, appropriate evidence and meet audit quality standards.
• Communicates audit results through clear reports and presentations; collaborates with process owners and leadership to obtain management action plans and track remediation to timely closure.
• Supports SOX-related testing activities, as needed, to assess the design and operating effectiveness of controls over financial reporting.
• Conducts or supports audits and reviews of compliance, business ethics, and governance processes in coordination with Compliance and Legal, as applicable.
• Builds and maintains effective relationships with business partners while preserving independence and objectivity.
• Contributes to internal audit planning, continuous improvement initiatives, and the development of audit methodologies, tools, and templates.
• Provides coaching and informal leadership to staff auditors and reviews work for quality, consistency, and compliance with established standards.
• Occasional out-of-town travel may be required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks and risk-based auditing techniques.
• Proficiency with data analytics and digital audit tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong relationship management and collaboration skills.
• Sound judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Project leadership skills, including planning, organizing, and reviewing the work of others.
• Focuses on the highest-risk areas and delivers actionable insights.
• Develops and delivers communications that convey a clear understanding of complex issues to diverse audiences.
• Builds strong relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions.
• Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Demonstrates self-awareness and actively seeks opportunities for professional growth and development.

Required Qualifications

•  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of related experience
• An acceptable pre-employment background and drug test.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification such as CPA, CIA, or CISA.
• Experience with SOX controls testing and documentation.
• Exposure to oil and gas industry processes and related risks.
• Prior experience supporting international operations.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
• Oil and Gas Industry knowledge

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Requires prolonged sitting, some bending and stooping.
• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.

Continental Resources, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities and access for all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.