Internal Audit Manager/Senior Manager

About the Role

FMF&E, a CNY Best Places to Work and Accounting Today Great Place to Work for Women certified firm, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Internal Audit Manager/Senior Manager to join our dynamic and growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional who thrives in a collaborative, client-focused environment. We take pride in maintaining a fun, flexible, and team-oriented workplace that values both professional excellence and personal well-being.

As a Manager/Senior Manager, you will assist the Firm in providing quality internal audit and compliance services to its Financial Institution clients. Specifically, the Firm assists management and those charged with governance to determine whether internal controls provide adequate safeguards to reduce risk, ensure operating efficiency and compliance with client policies, laws, regulations and generally accepted accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop an enhanced level of industry experience on engagements, including staying current on issues and communicating information.
• Understand risk assessment process and review documentation of perceived risks and guides team accordingly.
• Seek to continually learn, develop and increase expertise by taking on complex assignments and work outside of "comfort zone"; aware of own strengths and developmental areas; focuses on continued personal development.
• Participate in client presentations and is able to adjust presentation style based on audience (key client meetings, industry, etc.).
• Review or lead engagement planning by reviewing or preparing risk assessments and work programs for compliance with the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (Attribute Standards and Performance Standards), the Code of Ethics and all relevant professional internal audit standards and best practices.
• Review and communicate identified compliance issues and the evaluation thereof and follow-up on suggested corrective actions to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements or third-party agreements.
• Evaluate or perform research on complex operational or regulatory topics and form a conclusion to be reviewed by the engagement Partner and communicated to the team and client.
• Conduct a review of staff work papers to ensure all work is complete, they are clear and well organized, no open items or unresolved issues exist and they adequately document the scope, procedures performed and support any findings and provide consistent conclusions with testing results, Firm practices and professional standards.
• Make proper and efficient use of time and prioritizes workload and team assignments efficiently while managing client engagement deadlines.
• Participate in special projects, as needed. Specifically, when financial institution audit teams have a specific request or concern regarding the controls and operations of the organization.
• Demonstrate the ability to make sound decisions within the scope of the job responsibilities and notify Partner of potential client service issues as necessary.
• Work with other department managers to schedule workflow effectively and efficiently.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 6 or more years of relevant financial institution internal audit or related experience
• Certification(s) in internal auditing and compliance preferred
• Strong analytical skills
• Conscientious and detail-oriented
• Ability to demonstrate self-confidence and be self-motivated to meet deadlines
• Solid organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Demonstrate excellent communication and the ability to build relationships
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, experience in Caseware is a plus, but not required
• Ability to travel overnight on occasion

About Us

We are proud to be one of Central New York's leading certified public accounting firms, serving clients locally and nationwide for over 40 years. Our firm has grown organically through a strong emphasis on teamwork, integrity, and excellence. We specialize in providing audit, accounting, tax, and management consulting services to clients across diverse industries, including: Construction and contracting, Credit unions and financial institutions, Energy and independent power producers, Professional services, Manufacturing, wholesale, and distribution. Our success stems from our dedication to client relationships, community involvement, and continuous professional development.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Unlimited (self-managed) paid time off for managers
• Paid holidays and flexible scheduling options
• 401(k) plan with firm contributions
• Employer-provided parking benefit
• Comprehensive health and welfare plan options (medical, dental, vision, etc.)
• Career development programs, continuing education support, and mentorship opportunities

Join a firm where your expertise, ideas, and professional growth are valued — and where you can truly make an impact. Apply today to become part of a firm that values excellence, collaboration, and community.