Description

The Manager, Internal Audit will be responsible for executing and managing internal audit activities within the Company. Reporting directly to the Vice President, Internal Audit, the successful candidate will ensure that the Company’s internal controls, risk management processes, and governance practices are effective and aligned with industry standards and regulations.

More specific responsibilities include:

· Execute risk-based audit plans to address significant business and operational risks. Partner with the Vice President, Internal Audit, in the planning of the allocation of resources, timelines, and audit scoping. 

· Diagnose process compliance using the aid of advanced data analytics tools and assess the compliance of processes to established rules and regulations.

· Assist Vice President, Internal Audit in identifying risk assessments to determine annual SOX scope, including considerations around key systems, key reports, and key changes to the business environment. Develop and maintain strong relationships with process owners, third party consultants, and the external auditor, as well as act as a subject matter expert in the design and implementation of controls. 

· Accumulate, organize, and conclude on all audit evidence obtained. Provide recommendations to business unit management of the audited entity to enable them to improve the level of management and internal controls of their operations and initiate changes.

· Deliver objective evaluation of the findings, conclusions, and recommendations and follow up periodically regarding the implementation progress of the commitments taken by the audited entity until final completion of delivered audit recommendations.

· Assist with the audit report, make necessary edits, and prepare a draft for review by the Vice President, Internal Audit.

· Evaluate and enhance internal audit processes, methodologies, and tools and stay current with industry trends and best practices in internal auditing.

· Assist the Vice President, Internal Audit with various projects and tasks as needed.

Requirements

In addition to the necessary skills and experience to perform the responsibilities outlined above, there are a number of traits that a successful candidate will possess. 

Technical

· A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related business field. CPA or CIA preferred.

· Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in audit. Big 4 Public Accounting experience preferred. Public company experience required. 

· Strong knowledge and experience with US GAAP, SOX, and SEC reporting.

· Experience developing and maintaining policies, procedures, accounting systems, and internal controls.

· Excellent computer skills with advanced proficiency in Excel, Access, Word, and Power Point. 

· Excellent written and presentation skills coupled with strong interpersonal and demonstrated ability to lead strong and effective teams.

Personality

· Adept at multi-tasking; one who thrives in an environment of rapid change.

· Analytical, with attention to detail and accuracy.

· Highly motivated, enthusiastic, curious, and dynamic professional. 

· Articulate. Open communicator, inquisitive, and not afraid to challenge.

· Demonstrates sense of urgency and ability to work independently and under tight deadlines.

· Understands business implications of decisions. 

· Strong drive, dedication, and work ethic.

· Unwavering commitment to ethics, objectivity, and independence in conducting audit activities.