Senior Internal Auditor

The Senior Internal Auditor will support Nexstar Media Group’s Internal Audit function across Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, operational audits, compliance reviews, financial audits, information technology reviews, and investigations. The role is expected to contribute to the Company’s annual Sarbanes-Oxley compliance program, while also supporting other audit and advisory projects depending on business needs and, department priorities. Responsibilities may include: - Supporting the annual Sarbanes-Oxley compliance program, including: - Assisting with the SOX risk assessment and scoping process. - Updating process documentation, narratives, flowcharts, risk and control matrices, and related audit materials. - Performing walkthroughs of significant business processes and controls. - Executing control testing in accordance with approved audit programs. - Preparing clear, complete, and well-supported SOX workpapers. - Identifying, documenting, and communicating control deficiencies. - Tracking remediation activities and validating management’s corrective actions. - Coordinating with external auditors to support efficient execution of the SOX program. - Participating in operational, compliance, financial, information technology, and investigative audit projects, including: - Assisting with or leading engagement planning. - Developing audit work programs, testing procedures, and project timelines. - Reviewing data, and analyzing evidence against applicable requirements, policies, procedures, and control objectives. - Preparing audit observations, recommendations, and corrective action plans. - Monitoring the implementation of remediation activities. - Assisting with whistleblower hotline matters and other investigations as assigned. - Assisting the Vice President of Internal Audit with the preparation of Audit Committee materials. - Building effective working relationships with management, and external auditors. - Providing practical control, compliance, and process improvement recommendations while maintaining appropriate independence and objectivity. - Using technology, data analysis, and other tools to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of SOX testing and audit engagements. - Demonstrating integrity, professional skepticism, sound judgment, competence, and due professional care in all Internal Audit activities. - Participating in other Internal Audit reviews, projects, and administrative activities as assigned. Requirements and skills - Strong attention to detail, with the ability to analyze data, evaluate evidence, and apply sound judgment in complex scenarios. - Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build collaborative relationships. - Demonstrated problem-solving skills, with a capacity to drive issues to completion. - Excellent communication skills, capable of crafting and delivering clear, persuasive messages. - Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business or department needs. - A Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience in audit or a related field. We value diverse backgrounds and are open to candidates with transferable experience in other roles outside of Internal Audit. - CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, or similar certifications are preferred but not required.