Audit Manager, Milwaukee-area: SOX & Process Improvement

Truity Partners LLC; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Truity Partners LLC in the Milwaukee area seeks an Audit Manager to lead internal controls, SOX compliance, and business-improvement initiatives. You will partner with leaders to identify risks and implement practical process enhancements.

This role blends traditional audit activities with consultative projects, requiring strong analytical skills, clear communication, and the ability to drive change across multiple functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• 6+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, external audit, risk management, or a related field.
• Strong SOX compliance and internal controls experience.
• Experience evaluating internal controls over financial reporting and remediation.
• CPA/CIA or other relevant certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute internal audit activities across financial, operational, and compliance-related areas.
• Oversee SOX compliance program including internal control documentation, testing, and evaluation.
• Assess design and operating effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting.
• Identify control deficiencies, evaluate risks, and develop remediation plans.
• Coordinate with external auditors and internal stakeholders to support SOX testing.
• Plan and perform operational audits to evaluate processes and controls.
• Lead consultative projects to enhance processes and performance.
• Develop risk-based audit plans and testing procedures.
• Prepare and present audit findings and recommendations to management.
• Monitor corrective actions and follow up on findings.
• Collaborate with Accounting/Finance/Operations to support business initiatives.

Skills

SOX compliance

Internal controls

Audit leadership

Risk assessment

Analytical thinking

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Job description

Truity Partners LLC in the Milwaukee area seeks an Audit Manager to lead internal controls, SOX compliance, and business-improvement initiatives. You will partner with leaders to identify risks and implement practical process enhancements.

This role blends traditional audit activities with consultative projects, requiring strong analytical skills, clear communication, and the ability to drive change across multiple functions.