Associate Mgr., Internal Audit

Adtran; Alabama; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Adtran seeks an experienced internal audit leader in the United States to strengthen risk management and controls. The role drives the annual risk-based audit plan, mentors staff, and delivers clear reports across finance, IT, and operations.

You will lead end-to-end audits in complex environments, perform SOX 404 assessments, and collaborate with global teams to enhance governance. CPA/CIA/CISA or progress toward is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in audit or related areas.
• Leadership and project management experience.
• Strong SOX, GAAP, and COSO knowledge.
• CPA, CIA, CISA or progress toward

Responsibilities

• Support development and execution of the annual risk-based audit plan.
• Lead end-to-end audits in complex environments (planning, fieldwork, reporting, follow-up).
• Develop engagement-level risk assessments and audit programs.
• Review workpapers and reports for quality and accuracy.
• Deliver clear and actionable audit reports.
• Lead coordination with external auditors for the Adtran Networks SE business.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Analytical capability

Executive presence

Influence and collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA/CIA/CISA or progress toward

Tools

ERP systems

Analytics tools

Job description

Welcome!Our Growth is Creating Great Opportunities!Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you!Thanks for your interest in working on our team!Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & StrategySupport development and execution of the annual risk-based audit planProvide mentorship, leadership, coaching, development, and reviews for audit staff and co-sourced resourcesDrive continuous improvement in audit methodology and tools, including use of analytics and artificial intelligence (AI)Identify emerging risks on a proactive basisServe as a trusted advisor on risk and controlsAudit ExecutionLead and perform components of end-to-end audits in complex environments (planning, fieldwork, reporting, follow-up)Develop engagement-level risk assessments and audit programsEvaluate financial, operational, compliance, and IT processesReview workpapers and reports for quality and accuracyDeliver clear and actionable audit reportsSOX ComplianceLead/support SOX 404 risk assessment for Adtran Networks SE, and perform testing of controlsDrive control continuous control simplification, harmonization, and optimizationMonitor and validate remediation activitiesLead coordination with external auditors for the Adtran Networks SE businessStakeholder CollaborationBuild relationships across functions globallyCommunicate effectively to executive leadership / demonstrate executive presenceSupport executive reporting and audit committee materialsQualificationsRequiredBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field6+ years of experience in audit or a combination of audit with finance and/or IT areasLeadership and project management experienceStrong SOX, GAAP, and COSO knowledgeCPA, CIA, CISA or equivalent (or progress toward)Full professional proficiency in verbal and written GermanPreferredGlobal / Public company experienceERP and analytics tools experienceIT audit experienceMBA or related advanced degreeKey CompetenciesStrategic thinking and risk assessmentLeadership and developmentAnalytical capabilityExecutive presence / communicationInfluence and collaborationIntegrity and judgment