Internal Audit Manager

The Job Title: Manager, Internal Audit

The Company: GIA is the world’s foremost authority in gemology. GIA is a global organization with headquarters located in Carlsbad, CA. GIA in Carlsbad boasts a 17-acre ocean view campus that accommodates approximately 600 of its 3,000 total employees worldwide. It offers many competitive health and commuter benefits that promote the well-being of its employees as well as that of the environment. Clicking here to learn more about GIA!

The Culture: With autonomy, performance and passion, the accounting department strongly collaborates across company functions to provide quality service to internal staff, stakeholders and GIA as a whole.

The Location: This position is located in Carlsbad, California at our corporate headquarters. We offer a flexible hybrid schedule with some days in the office, provided that metrics such as productivity and the quality of the deliverables are achieved.

What to expect:

• We offer competitive medical, dental, vision and matching 401-K plans
• Paid vacation, sick and holidays, tuition assistance, commuter benefits

The Environment:

• On-site cafe - affordable custom breakfast and lunch meals and Starbucks drinks!
• Economic friendly services - electric vehicle charging stations on-site
• Ergonomic assessments offered on-site and virtually

JOB OVERVIEW

In conjunction with the Director of Internal Audit, the Internal Audit Manager leads the execution of the annual Internal Audit plan, plans and performs audit projects evaluating internal controls, manages all key project elements, and follows up on remediation plans. Responsibilities include reviewing team work, drafting audit reports, fostering team engagement, and continuously enhancing audit methodologies. The role requires strong leadership, communication, and collaborations skills, along with experience in internal audit and managing staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leads a team of auditors to execute the annual audit plan in collaboration with the Director of Internal Audit.
• Plans and performs assigned Internal Audit projects that focus on the evaluation of the company’s internal controls.
• Independently owns and leads project planning, on-site fieldwork, and draft reporting (end-to-end) with minimal support required from the Director of Internal Audit.
• Manages all project elements (time, quality, etc.) and escalates/communicates delays and obstacles timely to the Director of Internal Audit.
• Accountable for drafting and delivery of the Internal Audit report(s) to the Director of Internal Audit, with support from other audit team members.
• Clearly conveys and presents audit findings to management in a concise manner.
• Partners with management to develop actionable, effective plans to resolve audit findings.
• Proactively follows up and tracks audit issue remediation plans.
• Evaluates the corrective actions taken by management to ensure findings are effectively addressed and resolved.
• Reviews the work of all other audit team members and makes recommendations for improvement as appropriate.
• Participates in audit risk assessments, evaluates risk coverage, and makes recommendations to annual audit plan.
• Leverage audit management software and data analytics tools to improve audit efficiency and effectiveness.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

• Previous experience leading teams and managing projects, and accustomed to taking an active role in executing audit projects.
• Demonstrable leadership skills whether in the execution of audit work, development of audit staff, fostering collaboration with GIA staff and management, and influencing various stakeholders to take corrective action.
• Advanced knowledge of Internal Auditing standards, COSO framework, and risk assessment practices.
• Superior interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills, with demonstrated ability to prepare coherent reports of audit results and present those reports at multiple levels of the organization.
• Communicates effectively and efficiently, collaborates well with coworkers and management, and deals with others effectively and professionally under pressure.
• Demonstrates strong critical thinking, organizational, analytical, and multi-tasking skills.
• Fulfills assigned commitments in a timely manner within established budgets while achieving quality results.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Interacts effectively with all levels of employees at GIA, from executives to staff.
• Ability to establish client relationships and lead business-related discussions with client management.
• Maintains confidentiality and exhibits appropriate judgement when determining when information requires such confidentiality.
• Strong computer skills utilizing Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. MS Word, Excel, Visio and PowerPoint)

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration/Management, or related field is required.
• 5-7 years of relevant experience in internal auditing or public accounting firm is required.
• 2 years in a managerial position.
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is strongly preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT (if applicable)

• Work is performed in a designated professional office workstation and environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel to international and/or domestic locations, if needed.
• Extensive use of office equipment to include computer, calculator, copier, fax, and other business-related machines and software.

Pay range: $103k – $150K