Internal Auditor Job at Baxter (Deerfield)

Internal Auditor

Baxter

Location:
United States , Deerfield

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

68000.00 - 93500.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

This is where your insights influence change. As a member of the Baxter Finance team, you have the critical thinking and analytical mindset that allows you to translate data into meaningful, actionable insights that help teams learn and adapt along the way. We guide our internal partners to understand financial opportunities or realities that move Baxter forward and closer to our mission to save and sustain lives. While you often work independently with your cross-functional team, you always have the greater finance organization to lean on for support and career mentoring.

Job Responsibility:

Under the supervision of the senior auditor or manager assist in performing a variety of financial, operational and other projects according to the internal audit plan by understanding processes, identifying key risks, and contributing to scoping discussions
Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls and identify risks, control gaps, deficiencies, or opportunities for improvement
Conduct testing of transactions and internal controls
Leverage audit software and data tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Optro) to perform testing and analytics
Validate adherence to company policies, procedures, or other relevant requirements
Document audit procedures, findings, and evidence in workpapers accurately and completely
Draft clear and concise audit findings and help communicate preliminary observations to audit seniors or manager
Escalate issues to senior auditors or manager when appropriate
Embed a culture of dedication and continuous improvement within the Internal Audit department and auditees
Support with SOX testing activities, as needed

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or other relevant field
Technical and financial knowledge, including internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and accounting principles (e.g., GAAP/IFRS)
1+ years of progressive relevant experience, preferably audit experience in the Big 4 or other public accounting firms
Ability to perform data analysis, reconcile information, identify potential risks, and test controls
Working knowledge of Microsoft applications, audit software, and data tools (i.e., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Optro, PowerBI, etc.)
Accounting or audit certification and foreign language skills are preferred
Interest in learning or working with emerging technologies (e.g., AI-enabled tools, automation, data analytics) as internal audit continues to evolve
Strong professional skepticism, time management, effective cross‑time zone and cross‑geography coordination, and the ability to independently execute assigned tasks
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time

Nice to have:

Accounting or audit certification
Foreign language skills
Interest in learning or working with emerging technologies (e.g., AI-enabled tools, automation, data analytics)

What we offer:

Support for Parents
Continuing Education/ Professional Development
Employee Heath & Well-Being Benefits
Paid Time Off
2 Days a Year to Volunteer
Medical and dental coverage that start on day one
Insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching
Flexible Spending Accounts
Educational assistance programs
Time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave
Commuting benefits
Employee Discount Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Childcare benefits
Discretionary bonuses and long-term incentive

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 05, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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