Sr. Associate, Insurance & Operations Internal Auditor

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, Insurance, and Regulatory Compliance 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, a sense of urgency, and a "go-getter" personality.

• Utilize a risk-based approach to independently evaluate, plan, perform, summarize, and communicate assigned audit activities
• Conduct operational audits across business verticals, including manufacturing and energy, recommend control enhancements, and provide management with solutions for risk reduction and process improvement
• Assess insurance-related processes, such as claims management and risk transfer mechanisms, to ensure alignment with company objectives and regulatory standards
• Evaluate compliance with regulatory 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
• 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

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, related field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in operational audits, risk management, process consulting, or related roles in manufacturing, insurance, industrial, or high-tech industries
• CPA, CA, CIA, or other relevant certifications
• In-depth knowledge of critical business processes and regulatory requirements in industries such as automotive, insurance, energy, consumer products, or technology
• 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

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

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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