Senior Manager, Internal Audit

About the role

The Internal Audit Manager is a key member of the Internal Audit function, responsible for leading and delivering operational audits, supporting SOX compliance, and contributing to the enterprise risk assessment and management program. This role partners closely with business leaders and cross-functional teams and manages third-party audit resources as needed, to provide independent, objective assurance and strategic insight that strengthens internal controls, improves operational efficiency, and supports sound risk management across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Internal Audit in conducting Enterprise Risk Assessment and Management, including risk identification, prioritization, and ongoing monitoring of the organization's risk profile.
• Contribute to risk dashboards, heat maps, and board-level reporting that communicate the organization's risk landscape and audit program status.
• Align the annual internal audit plan with enterprise risk priorities, ensuring coverage reflects the most significant areas of organizational exposure.
• Develop risk-based audit plans and oversee end-to-end execution across functions including finance, operations, supply chain, IT, and compliance - from scoping through reporting and remediation tracking.
• Draft clear, executive-quality audit reports and present findings and recommendations to senior leadership and the Audit Committee.
• Assist the SOX program lead with testing and documentation of assigned controls, coordinating with process owners and external auditors on walkthroughs and evidence requests as needed.
• Manage third-party audit and co-source providers - overseeing scope, deliverables, timelines, and quality of work product.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with business stakeholders and serve as a collaborative partner to leadership across the organization.
• Leverage AI tools and emerging technologies to enhance audit planning, testing, and analysis, contributing to continuous improvement of the internal audit function.

Requirements

• 9+ years of progressive internal audit experience in either Big 4 public accounting, and/or in industry, including at least 3-5 years of supervisory responsibility.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPA, CISA, CISM and/or CISSP certifications preferred
• Experience with SAP or Oracle
• Deep understanding of manufacturing operations, inventory valuation, and cost accounting
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, collaborate cross-functionally, and meet tight deadlines
• Strong analytical, problem solving and financial troubleshooting skills
• Demonstrated influencing skills including the ability to explain complex topics in simple terms and inspire transformational improvement in internal controls
• Excellent written & verbal communication and presentation skills

Qualifications

• A high level of energy and ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic business environments, with a demonstrated track record of excelling under pressure while maintaining an accountable, collaborative, positive environment.

Benefits

At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possess the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company’s business strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay between $165,000 - $205,000. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Schedule

Full-time

Pay

$165,000 - $205,000

Company

Archer Aviation is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.