Internal Audit Specialist

McKinsey & Company
parental leave, paid time off
United States, Georgia, Atlanta
Nov 11, 2025
Risk & Compliance Internal Audit Specialist Job ID: 103206 Do you want to work on complex and pressing challenges-the kind that bring together curious, ambitious, and determined leaders who strive to become better every day? If this sounds like you, you've come to the right place. Your Impact In this role, you will work as a part of McKinsey's Global Internal Audit team to provide independent and objective assurance and advisory services designed to add value and improve the firm's operations. You will play an important role in our technology audit team undertaking cyber security and IT audits within a team of auditors. You will be responsible for undertaking audit tests as directed at all stages of audit projects as well as being expected to meet division goals (e.g the number of audits per person, use of data analytics and others) relevant to your role as outlined by the Audit leadership team at the start of each review cycle. You will be involved in meetings with stakeholders and be able to clearly present audit results and help auditees identify corrective action plans. You will be able to provide input to the draft audit report and perform a regular periodic follow-up on audit results and recommendations to evaluate the adequacy of corrective actions. You will participate in firm and/or team internal initiatives. You will also need to develop and maintain positive working relationships effectively, to increase our awareness of risk and controls within the firm. You should expect to spend some time in your local office to foster and build relationships within that environment and be expected to travel to other locations occasionally as the audit work requires. Your Growth You are someone who thrives in a high-performance environment, bringing a growth mindset and entrepreneurial spirit to tackle meaningful challenges that have a real impact. In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we'll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities to help you quickly broaden your expertise, grow into a well-rounded professional, and contribute to work that truly makes a difference. When you join us, you will have: Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey. A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You'll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions, all while upholding our unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes. Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm's diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Exceptional benefits: In addition to a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, mental health, and vision coverage for you, your spouse/partner, and children. Your qualifications and skills University degree: ideally professional certifications in accounting or internal audit (CIA, CISA, CISSP or equivalent) strongly preferred 3+ years of experience in audit, or technology roles, with some exposure to global operations preferred. Experience in SOX/ ISO testing Experience within a global professional services firm, internal audit, or IT general control testing within professional services firms is a plus Impact oriented, with a proactive, lead from the front attitude, setting and achieving big goals Ability to work in a flexible team environment and handle multiple assignments simultaneously Proficiency with data modelling and analytics Collaborative, non-hierarchical, able to work with ambiguity Fluent in English; multi-lingual capabilities is a plus Please review the additional requirements regarding essential job functions of McKinsey colleagues. Our unwavering commitment to integrity drives everything we do, guiding us to always act in the best interests of our clients, our people, and the communities we serve. Apply Now Apply Later FOR U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Certain US jurisdictions require McKinsey & Company to include a reasonable estimate of the salary for this role. For new joiners for this role in the United States, including all office locations where the job may be performed, a reasonable estimated range is $112,900 - $148,700 USD -to help you understand what you can expect. This reflects our best estimate of the lowest to highest [salary/hourly wages] for this role at the time of this posting, ensuring you have a clear picture right from the start, though it's important to remember that actual salaries may vary. Factors like your office location, your unique blend of experience and skills, start date and our current organizational needs all play a part in determining the final figure. Certain roles are also eligible for bonuses, subject to McKinsey's discretion and based on factors such as individual and/or organizational performance. Additionally, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our commitment to the wellness of our colleagues and their families. This includes medical, mental health, dental and vision coverage, telemedicine services, life, accident and disability insurance, parental leave and family planning benefits, caregiving resources, a generous retirement contributions program, financial guidance, and paid time off. FOR NON-U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity employer. For additional details regarding our global EEO policy and diversity initiatives, please visit our McKinsey Careers and Diversity & Inclusion sites. Job Skill Group - N/A Job Skill Code - ECS - Compliance Specialist Function - Risk & Resilience Industry - Post to LinkedIn - Yes Posted to LinkedIn Date - Wed Nov 12 00:00:00 GMT 2025 LinkedIn Posting City - Atlanta LinkedIn Posting State/Province - Georgia LinkedIn Posting Country - United States LinkedIn Job Title - Internal Audit Specialist LinkedIn Function - Accounting / Auditing;Information Technology LinkedIn Industry - Management Consulting LinkedIn Seniority Level - Associate