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# Senior Internal Auditor at Justworks

- **Company:** Justworks
- **Location:** New York, NY
- **Posted:** 2026-11-02
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-08
- **Apply:** https://boards.greenhouse.io/justworks/jobs/8259484?gh_jid=8259484

## Job description

## Who We Are

At Justworks, you’ll enjoy a welcoming and casual environment, great benefits, wellness program offerings, company retreats, and the ability to interact with and learn from leaders in the startup community. We work hard and care about our most prized asset - our people.

We’re helping businesses get off the ground by enabling them to focus on running their business. We solve HR issues. We’re data-driven and never stop iterating. If you’d like to work in a supportive, entrepreneurial environment, are interested in building something meaningful and having fun while doing it, we’d love to hear from you.

We're united by shared goals and shared motivations at Justworks. These are best summed up in our company values, which are reflected in our product and in our team.

[Our Values](https://www.justworks.com/careers#values)

If this sounds like you, you’ll fit right in.

## Who You Are

Internal Audit at Justworks is a well-established function and there is significant potential for professional growth. As a Senior Internal Auditor, you will be representing Internal Audit and actively partnering with business and risk stakeholders to assess and recommend updates to financial, operational and technology risks across the organization. This role presents a significant opportunity to: (i) execute financial, operational, technology audits and special projects, (ii) offer solutions for complex business issues, (iii) interact with various levels of management, and (iv) be a strategic management advisor. Key projects will include a combination of audit and management advisory work along with SOX initiatives

## Your Success Profile

## What You Will Work On

- Plan and perform integrated financial/operational/technology audits, and special projects
- Support audit planning and Enterprise Risk Management initiatives in accordance with IIA standards
- Evaluate risks, perform control assessments, report results, and make recommendations to improve internal controls over business processes, systems and financial reporting
- Track audit reporting and issue resolution to ensure that agreed-upon actions are completed adequately by the appropriate stakeholders within the specified timeframes
- Coordinate with the external auditors to support the delivery of SOC and financial audits
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives, including establishment of continuous monitoring models across key business and IT processes and performance metric reporting
- Leverage data analytics and Generative/Agentic AI tools (e.g., Gemini, ChatGPT, Copilot) to enhance audit coverage, improve testing efficiency, and identify potential risk indicators.
- Interact with senior and line-level management in matters relating to internal controls and enterprise risks
- Support the design and delivery of risk and control awareness training

## How You Will Do Your Work

As a Senior Internal Auditor, how results are achieved is paramount for your success and ultimately results in our success as an organization. In this role, your foundational knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal attributes are anchored in the following competencies:

- Clear communication - the ability to articulate thoughts and express ideas effectively using oral, written, visual and non-verbal communication skills, as well as listening skills to gain understanding.
- Ethical practice - the ability to integrate core values, integrity, and accountability throughout all organizational and business practices.
- Detail-oriented - exercises extreme attention to detail; is thorough, accurate, organized, and productive and seeks to understand both the cause and effect of a situation.
- Risk assessment - applying a logical step-by-step process to protect, and consequently minimize risks to, the organization, interests, and employees.
- Manages complexity - making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.

In addition, all Justworkers focus on aligning their behaviors to our core values known as COGIS. It stands for:

- Camaraderie - Day to day, you can be seen working together toward a higher purpose. You like to have fun. You’re an active listener, treat people respectfully, and have a strong desire to know and help others.
- Openness - Your default is to be open. You're willing to share information, understand other perspectives, and consider new possibilities. You’re curious, ask open questions, and are receptive to thoughts and feedback from others.
- Grit - You demonstrate grit by having the courage to commit and persevere. You’re committed, earnest, and dive in to get the job done well with a positive attitude.
- Integrity - Simply put, do what you say and say what you'll do. You’re honest and forthright, have a strong moral compass, and strive to match your words with your actions while leading by example.
- Simplicity - Think like Einstein: “Everything should be made as simple as possible, but no simpler.”

## Qualifications

- Minimum of at least 3-5 years of experience in internal audit, public accounting, finance, consulting, or information systems audit
- Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required
- Exposure to financial, operational, SOX, SOC audits and technology audits covering IT general controls
- Exposure to enterprise-level and process risks, control procedures, frameworks (COSO/COBIT), methodologies, agile audit, and other leading audit techniques
- Well-versed in project management and a demonstrated ability to flex between being an independent contributor and a collaborative team member based on project needs
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, and be comfortable dealing with ambiguity, problem solving and conflict management
- CIA/CPA/CISA preferred
- Experience at HR, Tech, SAAS companies would be useful
- Exposure to process design, process improvement and/or Six Sigma techniques would be useful
- Exposure to Generative and Agentic AI tools (e.g., Gemini, ChatGPT, Claude) to execute audit workflows, enhance continuous monitoring, and streamline documentation.
- Familiarity with evaluating AI-integrated systems, understanding AI governance, and assessing related controls in alignment with emerging frameworks (e.g., NIST AI RMF, ISO/IEC 42001).

The base wage range for this position based in our New York City Office is targeted at $109,000.00 to $136,000.00 per year.

#LI-Hybrid #LI-CD1 Actual compensation is based on multiple factors that are unique to each candidate, including and not limited to skill set, level of relevant experience, and specific work location.  Salary ranges for positions based in other locations may differ based on the cost of labor in that location.

For more information about Justworks’ Total Reward Philosophy, including all of the perks and benefits we are proud to offer our team members, please visit [Total Rewards @ Justworks](https://www.justworks.com/careers#total-reward-philosophy).

Diversity At Justworks

Justworks is committed to maintaining a workplace where diversity of identity, culture, and life experience is the norm and is celebrated authentically and respected consistently. Diversity in our work, our people, and our product drives creativity and innovation, entrepreneurial leadership and integrity, competitiveness, and collaboration throughout our business and in the market. We depend on our differences to make our team stronger, our workplace more dynamic, and our product accessible to all of our customers.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer open to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or familial status, disability, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. Justworks is fully dedicated to providing necessary support to candidates with disabilities who may require reasonable accommodations. We also provide reasonable accommodations to employees based on their sincerely held religious beliefs, as well as for other covered reasons consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you're in need of a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at accommodations@justworks.com. Your comfort and success matter to us, and we're here to ensure an inclusive experience.

[Our DEIB Report](https://www.justworks.com/press/company-news/justworks-impact-report-2024)

## About Justworks

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Justworks is a cloud-based platform that simplifies payroll, benefits, compliance, and HR for small businesses, helping entrepreneurs grow with confidence.
- **Entity Type**: Private (bootstrapped growth; later stage with acquisitions; funding details not publicly disclosed in available sources)
- **Headquarters**: New York, NY, USA (with offices in Mexico City, London, Tampa, and Toronto)
- **Founded**: 2012
- **Founders**: Isaac Oates

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Professional Employer Organization (PEO) / HR Technology / Payroll & Benefits
- **Target customers**: Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), entrepreneurs, and growing companies (B2B)
- **Mission statement**: “To help entrepreneurs and businesses grow with confidence.”

## Products & Services
- **Justworks PEO**: Full-service PEO that bundles payroll, benefits administration, compliance support, and HR tools into one platform. Includes access to corporate-level health insurance, 401(k), and other perks.
- **Justworks Payroll**: Standalone payroll processing for employees and contractors, supporting multi-state and international payments, tax filing, and W-2/1099 generation.
- **Justworks Benefits**: Benefits administration with access to plans from carriers like Aetna, Kaiser Permanente, and UnitedHealthcare, plus wellness perks and EAP.
- **Justworks Compliance**: Automated labor law compliance, tax filing, and risk management for businesses operating in multiple jurisdictions.
- **Going Global**: International hiring and onboarding support for contractors and employees without requiring a local entity.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Processed over $31 billion in payroll in 2025; $8.9 billion in total taxes; generated 268,000+ W-2s for PEO customers
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not specified in available sources; the company is IRS Certified Professional Employer Organization (CPEO) and ESAC accredited
- **Growth Signals**: Acquired Boomr (2020) and Via (2023); expanded internationally with offices in Mexico City, London, and Toronto; supports over 4,000 tax localities

## Competitive Advantages
- **PEO Expertise**: Being a certified PEO allows Justworks to offer enterprise-level benefits and compliance at scale, a strong moat in the SMB market.
- **Platform Integration**: Combines payroll, benefits, HR, and compliance in one seamless interface, reducing administrative burden for customers.
- **Certifications & Trust**: IRS CPEO certification and ESAC accreditation provide credibility and regulatory confidence.
- **Customer Support**: 24/7 live support from knowledgeable HR and payroll specialists.

## Strategic Focus
- **International Expansion**: Growing the “Going Global” offering to help businesses hire internationally without legal complexity.
- **Product Innovation**: Continued investment in payroll, benefits, and compliance automation, including AI/ML capabilities (evidenced by open AI & Machine Learning roles).
- **Acquisitions**: Integrating acquired companies (Boomr, Via) to broaden the product suite and market reach.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture & Values**: Emphasizes simplicity, integrity, and openness. Mission-driven environment focused on empowering small businesses.
- **Workplace Flexibility**: Hybrid model (2 days per week in office) for roles in NYC, Mexico City, London, Tampa, and Toronto; some roles are fully remote.
- **Total Rewards**: Competitive cash compensation, equity grants (four-year vesting with refresh grants), 16-week paid parental leave, flexible PTO, fully paid sabbatical after 5 years, wellness perks (One Medical, Teladoc, Headspace, Talkspace, Wellhub), and 9 Employee Resource Groups.
- **Growth Opportunities**: LinkedIn Learning, BetterUp coaching, self-advocacy workshops, and clear career development paths.
- **Diversity & Inclusion**: Dedicated Director of DEIB, active ERGs, and a commitment to building a diverse, inclusive team.

## Sources
1. [justworks.com - Careers](https://www.justworks.com/careers)
2. [justworks.com - Our Company](https://www.justworks.com/about/our-company)
3. [justworks.com - Homepage](https://www.justworks.com/)
4. [builtin.com - Justworks Profile](https://builtin.com/company/justworks)
5. [justworks.com - Total Rewards Philosophy](https://www.justworks.com/careers/us-total-rewards-philosophy)

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