Sr. Associate, Operations Internal Auditor

What to Expect

The Tesla Internal Audit Team’s mission is to protect the company by identifying critical risks and driving management action to address them. Internal projects are guided by two core principles: Keep Tesla Safe and Enable Operational Excellence. The Internal Audit team collaborates with functional and business/product groups to evaluate risks, recommend process and control improvements, reduce costs, and promote operational excellence while influencing decision-making through standardization.

The Tesla Internal Audit Team is seeking a Senior Internal Audit Associate with experience in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Regulatory and Compliance Operational Audits. This high-visibility role involves interacting with personnel at all levels within the company. The ideal candidate will use their expertise in audit practices, internal controls, and financial and business operations to assess critical risks and governance processes, demonstrating a “can-do” attitude, sense of urgency and a “go-getter” personality.

What You'll Do

Utilize a risk-based approach to independently evaluate, plan, perform, summarize, and communicate assigned audit activities

Conduct operational and financial audits, recommend control enhancements using data analysis techniques, and provide management with solutions for risk reduction and process improvement

Evaluate and perform review of compliance with regulatory and compliance requirements and recommend opportunities to strengthen the internal control structure

Prepare and deliver reports, communications, and presentations to management with observations and recommendations for internal control enhancements, facilitating action plans

Support SOX compliance initiatives and assess the impact of operational gaps on controls while addressing key financial reporting risks through audits

Coordinate management corrective action plans by conducting interviews, gathering documentation, monitoring progress, confirming completion, and escalating issues as needed

Build strong relationships with business partners and stay informed of emerging trends, auditing techniques, and technology changes, to evaluate their impact on controls and procedures

What You'll Bring

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, related field, or equivalent experience

5+ years of experience in operational audits, finance, process consulting, or related roles in manufacturing, industrial, or high-tech industries

CPA, CA, CIA, PMP, or other relevant certifications

In-depth knowledge of critical business processes in industries such as automotive, manufacturing, energy, consumer products, technology, or consulting

Ability to manage ambiguity, handle multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, and deliver on commitments with ownership and accountability

Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for analysis, reporting, and data management, plus experience with tools like Power BI or Tableau for auditing and data analytics

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with stakeholders, the Internal Audit team, and external parties, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively

Compensation and Benefits

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction

Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits

Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution

Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA

Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits

Company paid Basic Life, AD&D

Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)

Employee Assistance Program

Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays

Back-up childcare and parenting support resources

Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance

Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs

Tesla Babies program

Commuter benefits

Employee discounts and perks program

Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.