Senior Manager, Internal Audit

We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager to lead risk-based operational audits and help advance the use of technology and AI across the Internal Audit function. This leader will shape and execute a comprehensive operational audit plan aligned to Workday’s strategy and risk appetite. They will help lead a distributed audit team, build trusted partnerships with senior stakeholders, and deliver clear, actionable insights on risk and control effectiveness.

Responsibilities

Help develop and drive a comprehensive audit plan that addresses key operational risks across the organization; Design and implement AI-enabled solutions that improve how the audit team plans, tests, and reports; Act as a collaborative evangelist for modern audit techniques, helping move the function beyond the status quo; Partner closely with stakeholders across the business and serve as a trusted advisor on risks and controls; Work with a geographically distributed team and collaborate closely with various partners across different functions and levels

Requirements

12+ years of experience in public accounting, internal audit, operational process improvement, risk management, or a related field within a large, global public company; 5+ years of audit management or people leadership experience; Experience developing and executing risk-based audit plans and leading complex operational audits; Demonstrated experience adopting and scaling AI-enabled tools, automation, analytics, or other technology solutions for an audit, risk, finance, or business team; Proven ability to lead and develop remote or globally distributed teams; Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate complex issues clearly to executive audiences

Nice to have

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, Technology, or a related field preferred; CIA, CPA, CISA, or similar professional certification preferred; Strong knowledge of risk management frameworks and internal control principles, such as COSO; Knowledge of Workday platform and/or SaaS experience is a plus; Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills; Attention to detail and accuracy, especially with respect to audit work papers, audit reports, and presentation materials; Ability to navigate ambiguity, influence stakeholders at all levels, and turn complex risk issues into clear business insights; Passionate about technology and AI—not only as emerging areas of risk, but as opportunities to improve how Internal Audit operates; Ability to build trust, influence without authority, and partner effectively across functions and organizational levels; A practical, creative approach to solving problems and improving audit methods; High standards for quality, accuracy, ownership, and follow-through; Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Benefits

Eligibility for Workday Bonus Plan or role-specific commission/bonus; Annual refresh stock grants; Comprehensive benefits; Flexible work approach combining in-person and remote work