Senior Internal Auditor

Perma-Pipe in The Woodlands, TX is hiring a Senior Internal Auditor (CPA Required/CPA Candidate)!

The Senior Internal Auditor plays a key role in Perma-Pipe’s Audit team, supporting and executing internal audit activities across the organization. Reporting directly to the Director, Internal Audit, this role will play a critical part in executing the Company's internal audit and SOX compliance programs while helping strengthen the organization's control environment, risk management framework, and operational effectiveness.

The Senior Internal Auditor will collaborate with stakeholders across multiple functions and geographies, including partnering with our MENA (Middle East/Northern Africa) audit counterparts, to evaluate risks, assess controls, support compliance initiatives, and drive process improvements. This position offers excellent exposure to senior leadership, cross-functional business operations, and strategic initiatives, including acquisitions and technical accounting projects.

This is an on-site, US based position and candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Perma-Pipe International Holdings, Inc is a dynamic, global supplier of pipe coating solutions and factory pre-insulated piping systems serving the oil & gas, district heating and cooling, and industrial markets. With a strong focus on quality, safety, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Internal Audit & SOX Compliance

• Support and coordinate with the Director, Internal Audit to ensure proper execution of internal audit responsibilities.
• Coordinate with MENA (Middle East/Northern Africa) division counterparts on internal audit activities.
• Participate in audit planning activities, including risk assessments, audit scoping, and control environment documentation.
• Conduct walkthroughs of key business processes and document roles, responsibilities, and related control activities.
• Develop and enhance control narratives, flowcharts, audit programs, and audit workpapers.
• Test key SOX controls across accounting, financial reporting, finance, human resources, and operations functions.
• Assist with documentation and testing of IT General Controls (ITGCs) and application controls.
• Risk Management & Process Improvement
• Identify, document, and track control deficiencies and audit exceptions.
• Partner with process owners to monitor remediation efforts and improve business processes.
• Develop actionable recommendations to address identified risks and strengthen controls.

Reporting & Special Projects

• Assist in preparing audit reports and presenting findings.
• Support quarterly and annual Audit Committee reporting requirements.
• Assist with internal audit support for business acquisitions, technical accounting matters, and other special projects.
• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation or active progress toward certification required.

Experience

• Minimum 5+ years of internal audit or equivalent public accounting experience.
• Strong background in SOX compliance, internal controls, risk assessment, control documentation, and testing.
• Working knowledge of GAAP and/or IFRS.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Visio, and similar audit documentation tools.

Preferred

• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, energy, or oil & gas environments.
• Experience testing IT General Controls (ITGCs) and application controls.

Qualifications & Requirements

Technical Competencies

• Strong understanding of internal audit methodologies and SOX compliance.
• Experience evaluating internal controls and identifying process improvement opportunities.
• Ability to leverage data and metrics to assess risks and support audit conclusions.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.

Professional Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate across complex organizations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proven ability to drive results and support organizational change initiatives.
• Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and integrity.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive audit professional with a strong understanding of internal audit, accounting, compliance, and risk management principles. They possess the ability to work cross-functionally, build strong business relationships, and help strengthen the organization's internal control environment.

Behavioral Characteristics

• Self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Results-oriented with a proven track record of meeting goals and deadlines.
• Tenacious and focused, able to move initiatives forward despite challenges.
• Collaborative and effective at influencing stakeholders across functions and locations.
• Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and sound business judgment.

Personal Characteristics

• Keen attention to detail.
• Proactive and solutions-oriented mindset.
• High level of integrity, dependability, and professionalism.
• Excellent judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.

Reporting Structure

• Reports directly to the Director, Internal Audit.
• Works closely with Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Operations, Information Technology, and international business teams.

Travel Requirements

• Up to 10% travel within the United States and Canada as business needs require.

Physical Demands

• Requires sitting, bending, and reaching.
• May require lifting up to 5 pounds.
• Manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment and computer systems.
• Normal range of hearing and vision required.

Mental Demands

• Ability to manage diverse business challenges and competing priorities.
• Strong conflict resolution and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Comfortable interacting with employees and leaders at all organizational levels.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based with hybrid flexibility, as approved.
• May occasionally require work outside of standard business hours.
• Travel up to 10% between the U.S. and Canada as needed.

Why Join Perma-Pipe?

• Work with a global leader in engineered piping solutions.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Be part of a collaborative team driving innovation and operational excellence.

Benefits: Competitive employee benefits, including Dental; Vision; Extended Health Care; Life Insurance; Disability Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; RRSP Matching Program

PERMA-PIPE International Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: PPIH) is a global leader in engineered piping solutions, specializing in insulation systems, containment, anti-corrosion coatings, custom fabrication, leak detection, engineering support, field service, and logistics. For decades, our expertise has set industry benchmarks, backed by ISO 9001, ISO 1401, and ISO 45001 certifications.

With eleven production facilities worldwide—including the U.S., Canada, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Qatar, and India—we deliver localized service with global reach, scaling efficiently to meet complex project needs of any size or location.

PERMA-PIPE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), providing fair employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.