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Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us.
Itron, Inc. is a U.S. public company dedicated to creating a more resourceful world by transforming how utilities and cities manage energy and water. We are seeking an
Internal Audit Specialist to join our global Internal Audit team.
This role supports Itron's mission by delivering independent, objective assurance and advisory services across financial, operational, IT, compliance, and SOX areas. The ideal candidate brings analytical strength, professional judgment, and a collaborative mindset-balancing autonomy with teamwork in a fastmoving, innovative environment.
Duties & Responsibilities
Audit Planning & Execution
- Plan and conduct internal audit engagements across financial, operational, compliance, and IT domains with accountability and a customercentric mindset.
- Perform fieldwork aligned with the internal audit plan, applying agile methods and professional skepticism to identify meaningful insights.
SOX Compliance
- Support SOX documentation, testing, and evaluation of key controls (design and operating effectiveness).
- Participate in risk assessments, collaborate with control owners, and contribute to remediation plans grounded in integrity and innovation.
Documentation & Reporting
- Prepare clear, complete audit workpapers, summaries, and reports that support conclusions and actionoriented recommendations.
- Communicate audit results concisely and professionally to management and stakeholders.
Collaboration & Building Rapport
- Cultivate strong working relationships with teams across the business through authentic communication and constructive partnership.
- Work crossfunctionally to understand processes, risks, and areas for improvement.
External Auditor Support
- Coordinate, track, and respond to external auditor requests, ensuring accurate and timely information sharing.
Special Projects & Investigations
- Contribute to adhoc reviews, investigations, and special projects that support Itron's strategic priorities.
Continuous Improvement
- Stay current on industry trends, regulatory changes, and internal audit best practices.
- Bring forward innovative ideas to enhance methodologies, tools, and processes.
Advisory Support
- Serve as a trusted adviser to control owners and stakeholders, offering guidance on risk, controls, testing expectations, and process improvement.
- Apply critical thinking to identify process gaps, control deficiencies, and broader business impacts, demonstrating integrity and sound judgment.
Required Skills & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field (required).
- Strong analytical, problemsolving, and critical thinking skills with the ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative, agile team environment.
- Ability to build rapport quickly, communicate effectively, and interact professionally across departments.
- Demonstrated accountability, objectivity, and integrity in working with sensitive information and complex processes.
- Professional certification such as CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, ACA, or ACCA (preferred but not required).
Preferred Skills & Experience
- 3+ years of experience in internal audit, external audit, or related finance, risk, or compliance roles.
- Experience in a multinational or public company environment, ideally within a technology, utilities, or energy context.
- Knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and risk management concepts.
- Exposure to SOX compliance and internal controls over financial reporting.
- Experience with audit tools, data analytics, or audit management platforms such as AuditBoard or ACL.
- Ability to contribute innovative ideas to improve processes, tools, and methodologies in a dynamic, customerfocused environment.
Benefits Info:
This position also includes a competitive benefit package including; financial, social, health and wellbeing programs, paid vacation, 401k matching, employee stock purchase program, hybrid work schedule, and more! The successful candidate's starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience and may vary by location. The base salary is $75,000-141,000 annually. #LI-EP1 Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!
The successful candidate's starting wage will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.
Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email Accessibility@itron.com. Itron is transforming how the world manages energy, water and city services. Our trusted intelligent infrastructure solutions help utilities and cities improve efficiency, build resilience and deliver safe, reliable and affordable service. With edge intelligence, we connect people, data insights and devices so communities can better manage the essential resources they rely on to live. Join us as we create a more resourceful world: www.itron.com
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Itron, Inc.
401(k)
Mar 05, 2026