Lead Internal Auditor

Clarivate

Clarivate

Belgrade, Serbia

Posted on Jun 5, 2026

We are looking for a Lead Internal Auditor to join our global Internal Audit Department in Belgrade!

As a Lead Internal Auditor, you will play a key role in the global Internal Audit team, executing the annual SOX compliance program through control testing and supporting broader audit activities. We are looking for a critical thinker who can effectively analyze information and communicate insights clearly across all levels of the organization.

About You – experience, education, skills, and accomplishments

  • Proficient in English
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or relevant field (e.g., finance). or equivalent working experience
  • 5 years of relevant working experience (from at least 3 years of working experience in audit)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel and PowerPoint functionality.

It would be great if you also had . . .

  • Experience in SOX controls testing and compliance
  • Exposure to data analytics and AI-enabled tools, with the ability to apply them to audit testing, risk assessment, or process improvement
  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and/or Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  • Familiarity with COSO controls framework and Institute of Internal Auditors’ Standards.

What will you be doing in this role?

  • Design and execute detailed audit programs and workflows.
  • Review and approve audit workpapers prepared by other auditors.
  • Create detailed risks and controls matrices which support audit engagement scope and objectives.
  • Prioritize and execute audit activity within budget and in accordance with internal audit policies and standards.
  • Communicate audit findings and recommendations to management.
  • Collaborate with external auditors and other functions.
  • Stay informed on industry trends and regulatory updates.
  • Execute special projects and investigations as requested.

About the Team

The Internal Audit Lead role will report to the Senior Internal Audit Manager within the Global Finance team. This role will collaborate with audit team members, business process owners, and other key stakeholders to achieve objectives such as evaluating risks in the control environment, documenting business processes, improving control test plans, performing control testing, and monitoring remediation efforts.

Hours of work

This is a permanent full-time position, with core engagement hours within CET time zone.

This is a hybrid position; you will be expected to work from our Belgrade office 3 days every other week.

Benefits

  • Holidays: 25 days paid leave per annum
  • Private Health Insurance
  • Paid Lunch
  • Yearly Bonus
  • Yearly Merit Plan
  • My Learning Platform
  • Mental Healthcare
  • Fit Pass
  • Life Insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Company bicycles for rent free of charge

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

At Clarivate, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons with respect to hiring, compensation, promotion, training, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. We comply with applicable laws and regulations governing non-discrimination in all locations.