Internal Audit Manager

Ringside Talent; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ringside Talent is seeking an Internal Audit Manager in Cleveland, OH for a hybrid role. You will lead planning, execution, and reporting of internal audits across financial, operational, and compliance areas, and present findings to management and the audit committee.

You will mentor staff, strengthen controls, and partner with leaders to drive remediation and risk mitigation. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in internal audit, CPA/CIA/CISA preferred, and a proven track record in risk

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA, CIA, or CISA preferred.
• 5+ years of internal audit experience, including leadership or supervising staff.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, risk assessment, and audit methodology.
• Excellent analytical, writing, and presentation skills.
• Ability to communicate findings clearly across all levels in a hybrid environment.
• Comfortable managing multiple audit engagements simultaneously in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and reporting of internal audits across financial, operational, and compliance areas.
• Assess the design and effectiveness of internal controls and identify areas of risk.
• Develop and manage the annual internal audit plan based on risk assessment.
• Present audit findings and recommendations to management and, as needed, the audit committee.
• Partner with business leaders to develop corrective action plans and track remediation progress.
• Supervise and mentor internal audit staff, reviewing workpapers and providing feedback.
• Stay current on regulatory requirements and audit best practices, updating methodology as needed.
• Support external auditors and regulatory examinations as needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve controls, processes, and operational efficiency.

Skills

Audit leadership

Risk assessment

Internal controls

Analytical skills

Written communication

Presentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Hybrid environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/CIA/CISA preferred

Job description

We are looking for an Internal Audit Manager to work for our client. The ideal candidate aligns with the responsibilities and qualifications outlined below.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced audit professional to lead internal audit activities and strengthen risk management and controls across the organization, in a hybrid role based in Cleveland, OH.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and reporting of internal audits across financial, operational, and compliance areas
• Assess the design and effectiveness of internal controls and identify areas of risk
• Develop and manage the annual internal audit plan based on risk assessment
• Present audit findings and recommendations to management and, as needed, the audit committee
• Partner with business leaders to develop corrective action plans and track remediation progress
• Supervise and mentor internal audit staff, reviewing workpapers and providing feedback
• Stay current on regulatory requirements and audit best practices, updating methodology as needed
• Support external auditors and regulatory examinations as needed
• Identify opportunities to improve controls, processes, and operational efficiency

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA, CIA, or CISA preferred
• 5+ years of internal audit experience, including some experience leading audits or supervising staff
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, risk assessment, and audit methodology
• Excellent analytical, writing, and presentation skills
• Ability to communicate findings clearly and diplomatically across all levels of the organization
• Comfortable managing multiple audit engagements simultaneously in a hybrid environment

What Our Client Offers

• A seat close to the audit committee, with real visibility into how findings translate into action
• Support for maintaining or earning credentials like the CIA or CISA
• A tight-knit audit team that values thoroughness over busywork
• Clear runway toward a Director of Internal Audit track for the right person