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 reporting—using 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 team’s 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)
Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
Experience with Optro (previously Auditboard) or other similar GRC application
2–5 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.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
Minimum Qualifications
Base Pay Range: $68,100.00 - $115,800.00 Annually
Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLA
KLA’s 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.
