Manger of Internal Audit

About the Role

The Internal Audit Manager is responsible for managing and executing a portfolio of financial and operational audits, utilizing data analytics to enhance audit effectiveness, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This position requires a seasoned professional with expertise in internal auditing professional standards and internal controls, capable of leading audit teams to deliver value-added audit insight.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute a portfolio of financial and operational audits and internal audit teams, directing related activities including staffing, scheduling, and stakeholder coordination to ensure timely delivery of the audit plan.
• Ensure audit engagements progress efficiently and are completed on schedule, enhancing operational effectiveness and providing management with prompt and actionable audit outcomes.
• Scope and deliver risk-based audits in a timely manner, including reporting findings and outcomes in clear, concise, and actionable communication to management.
• Write meaningful and comprehensive audit reports that convey value-added recommendations and insights.
• Collaborate with management to develop action plans to remediate findings and address areas for improvement; track corrective actions through to completion.
• Collaborate with digital technology, cybersecurity, and compliance audit teams, as well as data analytics subject matter experts, to ensure fully integrated audits and present as one team to stakeholders.
• Leverage AI and advanced data analytics tools and techniques within the audit methodology to enhance audit effectiveness, identify trends, anomalies, and potential risk areas.
• Implement AI-driven insights to improve audit processes and outcomes.
• Provide regular updates to the Internal Audit Director on audit progress and outcomes, including timely status and escalations to inform decision-making.
• Build and maintain relationships with relevant stakeholders; ensure awareness of business initiatives, understand applicable risk profiles, and determine the impact on the audit plan.
• Stay abreast of new and emerging regulations and trends that impact controls and ensure timely incorporation into audit planning and execution.
• Drive a continuous improvement mindset in the audit function by identifying best practices, modern technologies, and tools, integrating them into audit processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Support the development and retention of a high-performing Internal Audit team through mentoring, coaching, and training to support career development and advancement.
• Assist with the development of training materials, work templates, and provide performance feedback for assigned projects.
• Support the development of Audit Committee materials as needed.

Requirements

• Four-year college degree or equivalent experience in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (Required).
• Master's Degree (MBA preferred).
• 7+ years of experience in internal or external audit, risk management, compliance, or a related field with a proven history of leading audits or projects and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement (Required).
• Experience with SOX compliance, managing co-sourcing resources, and coordinating testing with external audit functions (Preferred).

Skills

• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor high-performing teams in a complex, fast-changing environment.
• Ability to lead and inspire teams, with a focus on collaboration and achieving common goals (Required).
• Comprehensive understanding of audit methodologies, risk assessments, and internal control frameworks.
• Experience leveraging technology and using data to drive insights and actions within the audit process (Required).

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance.
• 401k retirement savings with company match.
• Flex spending account.
• Paid personal time off and paid company holidays.
• Parental leave.
• Employee eyewear discount.
• Training programs and access to educational courses.
• Opportunities for professional growth and long-term career fulfillment, including promotions from within.