Department:

Internal Audit

Our Company Promise

We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.

Job Description:

All of Southwest’s People come together to deliver on our Purpose; Connecting People to what’s important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel. The Internal Auditor delivers this Purpose by using a systematic and disciplined approach when conducting audits to enhance and improve our organization's operations, help the Company accomplish its objectives, and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. The Internal Auditor is a critical thinker with strong communication skills who adheres to project deadlines to drive the future of Southwest.

Additional details: 

The culture of Southwest Airlines means we value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. Due to the nature of this role, you would be required to work from our Dallas, TX Headquarters facility during business hours. 

U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available. 

Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to look for opportunities to reflect the communities we serve, and welcome applicants with diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences. 

ResponsibilitiesConduct interviews with key stakeholders to gather relevant information, document audit evidence, perform test steps to validate controls, and compile findings to ensure a comprehensive audit report.Responsible for timely and focused communication to Lead Auditor and LeadershipDevelop a general understanding of current/emerging technologies, risks, and audit trends and practices by actively engaging in continuous learning; apply this knowledge to identify potential risks and enhance audit methodologies and practices.Partner with Audit Lead and/or Manager to provide realistic and high-quality recommendationsParticipate in risk assessments, evaluation of controls, development of audit plans, testing strategies, audit findings and conclusionsConduct interviews, perform test steps, gather, and document evidence to support audit findings.Draw initial conclusions based on audit evidence and provide these insights to appropriate parties.Maintain an understanding of Internal Audit methodology and applicable audit standardsMay perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders

Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesUnderstands and is able to communicate internal controls related to financial, operational, technology, and/or compliance risk.Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminologySkilled in understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-makingSkilled in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problemsEducationRequired: High School Diploma or GEDRequired: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Management Information Systems

ExperienceIntermediate-level experience, fully functioning broad knowledge in Internal Audit, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Management Information Systems or related business fieldPreferred: Experience with Data analytics tools (Alteryx, Tableau, etc.)Preferred: Experience with AuditBoardPreferred: Operations audit experiencePreferred: Basic understanding of and experience with IT/technologyPreferred: Consulting/advisory experiencePreferred: Proven project oversight and project management experience

Licensing/CertificationPreferred: CPA, CIA, CISA, CISSP, CRMA, CFE, and/or other related certifications

Physical AbilitiesAbility to perform work duties from [limited space work station/desk/office area] for extended periods of timeAbility to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the jobAbility to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job

Other QualificationsMust maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelinesMust be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986Must be at least 18 years of ageMust be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines

Pay & Benefits:

Competitive market salary from $82,800 per year to $92,000 per

year* depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual

contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the

discretion of the company.

Benefits you’ll love:   

• Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible

dependents too) 

• Southwest will help fund your 401(k) retirement savings with Company

contributions up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings**

• Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement

Savings Plan- when Southwest profits, you profit***

• Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents (including

pets)

• Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of

employment. You will have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan with

coverage retroactively available to your first day of employment.

• Explore more Benefits you’ll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits

*Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time.

**401(k) match contributions are subject to Retirement Savings Plan vesting schedule

and applicable IRS limits

***ProfitSharing contributions are subject to Retirement Savings Plan vesting schedule

and are made at the discretion of the Company

Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Job Posting End Date
09/16/2025