Internal Audit Manager

Internal Audit Manager

(Confidential, Mission-Driven Organization)

About the Organization

We are a mission-driven organization dedicated to delivering high-impact programs and services that create meaningful and lasting change for the communities we serve. Guided by a commitment to integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement, we foster a collaborative culture where operational excellence and responsible stewardship support our mission.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Controller, with functional reporting responsibilities to the CFO, the Internal Audit Manager serves as a trusted advisor responsible for evaluating and strengthening the organization's governance, risk management, compliance, and internal control environment. This role provides independent, objective assurance that financial and operational processes are effective, compliant, and aligned with organizational policies and strategic priorities.

The Internal Audit Manager will lead the organization's risk-based internal audit function by assessing enterprise-wide controls, identifying opportunities to improve business processes, and delivering practical recommendations that strengthen financial stewardship and organizational performance. Working closely with Finance leadership, departmental leaders and external auditor, this individual will promote accountability, transparency, and sound decision-making while maintaining the independence essential to an effective internal audit function.

This position may also supervise one or more members of the Finance team.

The Opportunity

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape and strengthen the organization's internal audit function while partnering with senior leadership to enhance governance, manage enterprise risk, and safeguard organizational resources. The Internal Audit Manager will work closely with the Controller and executive leadership, gaining meaningful exposure to strategic initiatives while influencing decisions that support long-term organizational success. For an experienced audit professional seeking broader organizational impact and executive visibility, this role offers exceptional scope, influence, and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive, risk-based internal audit plan addressing financial, operational, compliance, technology, and grant-funded activities across the organization.
• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls related to accounting, procurement, payroll, treasury, grants management, cash management, purchasing, expense management, and other key business processes.
• Lead financial, operational, and compliance audits to identify control gaps, regulatory risks, and opportunities to strengthen organizational performance.
• Assess compliance with organizational policies, grant requirements, contractual obligations, and applicable federal, state, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare clear, actionable audit reports and present findings, risk assessments, and recommendations to Finance leadership and executive leadership.
• Monitor remediation efforts to ensure timely implementation of agreed-upon corrective actions and sustainable improvements.
• Partner collaboratively with Accounting, Human Resources, Procurement, Information Technology, Operations, and other departments to strengthen internal controls while maintaining the independence and objectivity of the internal audit function.
• Evaluate fraud risks and assess the effectiveness of controls designed to prevent, detect, and respond to financial misconduct, misuse of assets, or other organizational risks.
• Leverage data analytics and continuous monitoring techniques to identify emerging risks, operational trends, and opportunities to strengthen controls and improve organizational performance.
• Recommend enhancements to governance, risk management, and internal controls that improve organizational effectiveness and strengthen financial stewardship.
• Partner with external auditors by coordinating audit documentation, facilitating information requests, and evaluating organizational audit readiness while maintaining the independence of the internal audit function.
• Lead special reviews, investigations, enterprise risk assessments, and strategic initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive experience in internal audit, public accounting, enterprise risk management, compliance, or corporate finance.
• Demonstrated experience leading risk-based audits, evaluating internal controls, and applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), COSO internal control principles, and audit methodologies to strengthen organizational performance.
• Experience working within nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, grant-funded organizations, healthcare organizations, or other complex, multi-entity environments preferred.
• CPA, Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or other relevant professional certification strongly preferred.
• Experience auditing enterprise financial systems, procurement platforms, and system-based controls (e.g., Sage Intacct, Coupa, RAMP, or comparable ERP platforms) preferred.

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic thinker with the ability to identify organizational risks and recommend practical, business-focused solutions.
• Strong analytical and investigative skills, with the ability to identify root causes, evaluate risk, and recommend practical, business-focused solutions.
• Exceptional written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, concise, and actionable audit reports and present findings to executive leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority while building trusted relationships across diverse teams.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work in a dynamic environment.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, discretion, and objectivity when handling confidential or sensitive information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, financial systems, audit documentation software, and data analytics tools.
• Commitment to accountability, collaboration, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Compensation

Target compensation range: $110,000–$135,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Benefits

As a member of our team, you will join a supportive and inclusive community dedicated to helping children, families and our employees thrive. We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.

Our benefits include:

• No-cost health insurance
• Annual performance bonuses
• Deferred bonus programs
• Generous paid time off
• Employee referral bonus
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Retirement savings opportunities
• Wellness and financial well-being programs
• Commuter benefits
• Voluntary benefits
• Employee discounts on travel, entertainment, and more