[Remote] Internal Auditor

Remote, USA
Posted Jun 13, 2026
Full-time

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Rate is one of the nation’s top retail mortgage lenders, delivering a seamless, tech-driven experience to help customers achieve their homeownership goals. The Internal Auditor will conduct audits and reviews to ensure internal controls are effective and provide recommendations for improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct financial, operational, and IT audits, as well as business process reviews, in accordance with the annual Internal Audit workplan
  • Perform internal audit work in an efficient and timely manner to ensure completion of audit projects in accordance with the annual Internal Audit plan
  • Assess and document business processes to ensure appropriate internal controls are in place and operating effectively and efficiently
  • Complete internal audit workpapers and reports that clearly and concisely describe issues identified (implications to the business unit and company as a whole)
  • Provide value-added recommendations to improve the effectiveness or efficiency of controls / business processes
  • Develop reports and presentations on audit issues and recommendations for presentation to senior / executive management
  • Communicate project status to key internal/external contacts and audit management as needed
  • Participate in special projects or other duties as assigned

Skills

  • A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • At least 1-3 years' experience in internal, external, and/or Big 4 CPA audit activities
  • Possess strong analytical skills and demonstrate ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw conclusions, and solve problems
  • Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Must have strong attention to detail
  • Demonstrate ability to handle multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
  • Ability to work independently with limited direct supervision, but also be able to work closely with other team members
  • Ability to innovate and/or think outside of the box to enhance the internal audit function
  • Proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications
  • Mortgage experience preferred but not required
  • At least one of the following certifications (preferred, not required): Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) – or working to achieve
  • Knowledge of accounting, finance, and internal control areas is preferred, as is comprehension of internal auditing standards, generally accepted accounting principles, SOX, COSO, and risk assessment practices

Benefits

  • Eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k)
  • Vacation benefits
  • Eligibility for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits
  • Flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts)
  • Life insurance and death benefits
  • Critical care insurance
  • Personal accidental insurance
  • Commuter benefits
  • Pet insurance
  • Certain time off and leave of absence benefits
  • Well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program)
  • Other supplemental benefits (e.g. legal planning assistance; identity theft protection; pet insurance; wellness resources)

Company Overview

  • Rate is a mortgage company that provides mortgage-related services and solutions. It was founded in 2000, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://www.rate.com.

  • Company H1B Sponsorship

  • Rate has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 6 in 2025, 7 in 2024, 3 in 2023, 15 in 2022, 9 in 2021. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.

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