Manager Internal Control

About the role

The Compliance Manager is responsible for leading the company's fraud prevention, detection, and investigation efforts, while providing oversight of internal controls and compliance reporting. This role serves as a key partner to Finance, HR, IT, Operations, and external stakeholders to ensure the organization maintains a strong ethical culture, minimizes financial and operational risk, and responds effectively to internal and external theft or misconduct.

Responsibilities

• Fraud Analytics & Detection
  • Develop, maintain, and enhance fraud analytics dashboards, exception reporting, and data-driven monitoring tools.
  • Analyze transactional and behavioral data to identify anomalies, trends, or red flags indicative of fraud, theft, or control gaps.
  • Partner with IT and data teams to ensure reliable data sources, automated alerts, and continuous monitoring capabilities.
• Investigations (Internal & External)
  • Serve as the primary lead for all internal fraud, theft, policy violations, or compliance-related investigations.
  • Manage external investigations when they involve law enforcement, insurance partners, or third-party vendors.
  • Conduct interviews, gather evidence, document findings, and ensure objective, timely, and policy-aligned investigative procedures.
  • Prepare formal investigative reports, including recommended corrective actions and remediation plans.
• Internal & External Theft Avoidance
  • Establish and maintain theft-prevention programs across operations, including physical security, digital access controls, and inventory protection.
  • Partner with Operations and HR to implement training, awareness campaigns, and loss-prevention strategies.
  • Monitor trends related to shrink, asset loss, cash handling issues, and third-party/vendor risks.
• Internal Controls Review & Oversight
  • Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls across operational and financial processes.
  • Lead periodic control reviews, walkthroughs, and root-cause analyses to identify gaps and improvement opportunities.
  • Collaborate with process owners to implement enhanced controls, segregation of duties, and compliance safeguards.
  • Support SOX-related testing (if applicable) and interface with internal/external auditors.
• Compliance Reporting & Governance
  • Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual compliance reporting for leadership, including trend analyses, incident summaries, and control performance metrics.
  • Maintain documentation of policies, procedures, investigation logs, and compliance evidence repositories.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, industry standards, and company policies.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Work closely with Finance, Legal, HR, IT Security, and Operations to mitigate risk and strengthen compliance culture.
  • Provide training and guidance related to fraud awareness, proper internal control practices, and ethical decision-making.
• Act as a trusted advisor to leadership on emerging risks, compliance vulnerabilities, and process improvement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Criminal Justice, or related field; advanced degree or certifications (CFE, CIA, CPA, etc.) preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in compliance, internal audit, fraud investigations, risk management, or related roles.
• Strong experience with fraud analytics, data analysis tools, and control frameworks.
• Strong investigative interviewing, documentation, and case management skills.
• Proficiency with data analytics tools (Excel, Power BI, SQL, etc.).
• Understanding of internal controls, risk assessment frameworks, and compliance best practices.
• Ability to manage sensitive matters with confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism.
• Excellent communication skills—able to prepare executive-ready reports and recommendations.

Key Competencies

• High integrity and sound ethical judgment
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Strong cross-functional influence and partnership
• Proactive risk identification and problem-solving

Note

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

What We Offer You

• Healthcare plans
• Dental & vision
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match
• Professional and personal development programs
• Opportunity to become a shareholder
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
• Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
• Robust wellness program
• Gym reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

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