Audit Manager

WhiteCap Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

WhiteCap Search is seeking an Internal Audit Manager to lead risk-based audits across operations, finance, and SOX controls in a US-regulated environment.

You will develop scoping, testing programs, and ensure documentation adheres to IIA standards while collaborating with Corporate Audit and IT teams. Strong COSO and SOX knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA license or Internal Audit qualification.
• 4+ years of internal audit, public accounting, SOX compliance, or risk management.
• Experience performing the Internal Audit manager role in a regulated US environment.
• Strong knowledge of COSO framework, SOX 404 requirements, and internal controls.
• Excellent written and verbal communication at the highest professional level.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute risk-based internal audit engagements across operational, financial, compliance, and SOX/internal control environments.
• Develop audit scope, testing strategies, and audit programs aligned with organizational priorities for areas under Corporate Audit's scope.
• Ensure audit documentation complies with Internal Audit standards, company methodology, and IIA professional standards.
• Coordinate business processes and the audit plan with management and team members/consultants.
• Partner with IT Audit team members to ensure a streamlined stakeholder experience and full coverage of applicable risks.
• Collaborate with the Senior Director of Internal Controls to ensure SOX procedures are planned and performed appropriately.
• Engage with business leaders and process owners to discuss audit findings, validate remediation activities, and monitor action plan completion.

Skills

COSO framework

SOX compliance

Internal controls

Risk management

Audit leadership

Stakeholder comms

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or Internal Audit qualification

Job description

A prominent entity in the media sector, known for its excellence in producing and distributing content across globally recognized brands. This organization thrives on innovative ideas, operational proficiency, and strategic insight, enabling a diverse array of creators to produce culturally impactful content.

A prominent entity in the media sector, known for its excellence in producing and distributing content across globally recognized brands. This organization thrives on innovative ideas, operational proficiency, and strategic insight, enabling a diverse array of creators to produce culturally impactful content.

A Snapshot of Your Responsibilities

• Lead and execute risk-based internal audit engagements across operational, financial, compliance, and SOX/internal control environments.
• Develop audit scope, testing strategies, and audit programs aligned with organizational priorities for areas under Corporate Audit's scope.
• Ensure audit documentation complies with Internal Audit standards, company methodology, and Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) professional standards.
• Ensure, as appropriate, that management is aware of Corporate Audit activity (i.e., timing, status of audits, agreed management action plans, etc.).
• Coordinate business processes and the audit plan with management and team members/consultants.
• Partner with IT Audit team members to ensure a streamlined stakeholder experience and full coverage of applicable risks.
• Collaborate with the Senior Director of Internal Controls to ensure SOX procedures are planned and performed appropriately, and that testing results are provided on time.
• Manage the co-source provider to ensure project quality and timelines are adhered to, in partnership with the Senior Director of Internal Controls.
• Engage with business leaders and process owners to discuss audit findings, validate remediation activities, and monitor action plan completion.
• Identify control gaps, operational inefficiencies, compliance risks, and process improvement opportunities, providing practical recommendations to management.
• Support the Audit team in the preparation of Audit Committee and Executive Management reporting.
• Present audit results to senior management and relevant stakeholders regularly.
• Develop strong relationships with business stakeholders.
• Assist Audit Executives in the development of the Annual Corporate Audit Risk Assessment and drafting of the proposed Corporate Audit Plan.
• Serve as a key liaison with business unit management/audit stakeholders, consulting partners, and external auditors.

What You Will Need

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Certified Public Accounting license or Internal Audit qualification, with robust knowledge of Internal Audit Standards and best practices.
• 4+ years of experience in internal audit, public accounting, SOX compliance, or risk management.
• Experience performing the Internal Audit manager role in a regulated environment in the US.
• Highly motivated self-starter eager to learn and develop within an organization.
• High energy and drive, with flexibility to work in an entrepreneurial, dynamic, and changing environment, and the resilience to challenge/be challenged.
• Strong knowledge of COSO framework, SOX 404 requirements, and internal controls.
• Strong process, technical, and analytical skills, combined with strong commercial acumen.
• Proven track record in delivering high-quality audits and risk assessments.
• Ability to communicate (both written and verbal) at the highest professional level.
• Assertive, confident, and able to influence the senior management team.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Disclosure: The hourly rates and/or salaries listed may or may not reflect total compensation packages including bonus and fringe benefits, etc., nor are the advertisement(s) posted a guarantee of a certain compensation package for a position or bona fide offer of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.