Senior Auditor, Internal Audit – Operational Audits

Your work days are brighter here. We’re obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us. As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, we’re shaping the future of work so teams can reach their potential and focus on what matters most. The minute you join, you’ll feel it. Not just in the products we build, but in how we show up for each other. Our culture is rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm. We’re in this together, tackling big challenges with bold ideas and genuine care. We look for curious minds and courageous collaborators who bring sun-drenched optimism and drive. Whether you're building smarter solutions, supporting customers, or creating a space where everyone belongs, you’ll do meaningful work with Workmates who’ve got your back. In return, we’ll give you the trust to take risks, the tools to grow, the skills to develop and the support of a company invested in you for the long haul. So, if you want to inspire a brighter work day for everyone, including yourself, you’ve found a match in Workday, and we hope to be a match for you too. About the Team Our Internal Audit team isn't your typical audit group! We're a tight-knit global crew of passionate professionals who love what we do and have fun doing it. Driven by a strong moral compass, we're committed to doing the right thing, even when it's challenging. We're not just auditors, we're trusted advisors who proactively identify risks and opportunities to help shape the future of Workday. About the Role As we continue to scale, we're seeking a talented and experienced Senior Auditor to strengthen our internal control environment and contribute to our operational excellence. You will be instrumental in planning, executing, and reporting on risk-based operational audits across various functions within our fast-paced SaaS technology environment. You will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with key stakeholders, identify areas for improvement, and contribute directly to the company's success and growth. This role will require working with a distributed team, including team members from Pleasanton, California and Pune, India as well as various business partners across different functions and levels. Flexibility in working hours to accommodate international time zones is essential. Responsibilities Execute all phases of operational audits, including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up, ensuring adherence to professional standards and audit methodologies. Identify, assess, and document key operational risks and controls. Embrace AI and data analytic tools in the execution of audit work. Document audit findings clearly and concisely; develop practical and actionable recommendations for process improvements and risk mitigation. Prepare audit reports that effectively communicate findings and recommendations to senior management and the Audit Committee. Build and maintain strong relationships with key partners across the organization, including senior management, process owners, and external auditors. Stay abreast of industry standard methodologies and emerging trends in operational risk management and internal auditing. Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of the Internal Audit department's methodologies, tools, and processes. About You We are looking for someone who embodies our company values, is a great teammate, has a positive attitude, and is comfortable working in a collaborative and results-oriented environment. We value individuals who are proactive, take initiative, and are passionate about their work. A sense of humor and the ability to have fun while maintaining high professional standards are also important. Basic Qualifications: 5 years of experience in Public Accounting, Internal Audit, or a related field at a medium to large, global public company Other Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, F ... (truncated, view full listing at source)