Internal Audit Manager

Consultative Search Group; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Consultative Search Group is seeking an Internal Audit Manager to lead financial, operational, and compliance audits within a $1B+ revenue environment. This role directs multiple engagements, enhances internal controls, and partners with senior management to drive efficiency.

The ideal candidate has CPA or CIA credentials, SOX/MAR knowledge, 5+ years of audit experience, and proven leadership. Domestic travel up to 10% is required, with strong communication and analytics skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (Required).
• 5+ years of financial and operational audit experience.
• 2+ years in a leadership role managing direct reports and developing a high-performing team.
• CPA or CIA required.
• Domestic travel required (up to 10%)
• SOX and MAR compliance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing the annual audit plan by performing risk assessments, identifying key audit areas, and prioritizing engagements based on risk and organizational objectives.
• Plan and execute financial, operational and compliance audits across business functions.
• Identify risks, assess internal controls, and recommend process improvements.
• Ensure audits comply with IIA professional standards and company policies.
• Develop and communicate audit findings and best practices to key stakeholders. Present audit results to senior management.
• Act as a partner and trusted advisor for business units to help achieve management objectives and operational efficiencies.
• Utilize data analytics to assess large datasets for risk assessment and monitoring.
• Act as a liaison with external auditors to facilitate audits and regulatory compliance.
• Assist audit management in planning and developing annual goals and objectives aligned with Company priorities. Actively communicate the organization’s vision, goals and results to employees through staff meetings and one-on-one interactions.
• Establish performance expectations, provide coaching and training, and deliver regular feedback and annual evaluations to support team members’ development.

Skills

Audit experience

Data analytics

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Leadership

Coaching

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel/MS Office

Audit software

Optro/Auditboard

Workiva

Job description

A billion-dollar service company seeks an Internal Audit Manager to join their dynamic team. This position will oversee financial, operational and compliance audits. This role is responsible for leading multiple audit projects, assessing risks, and developing audit strategies to enhance internal controls and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate has experience with internal controls, systems, risk assessment and data analytics, along with strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across various departments. Responsible coaching, supervising and training team members.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing the annual audit plan by performing risk assessments, identifying key audit areas, and prioritizing engagements based on risk and organizational objectives.
• Plan and execute financial, operational and compliance audits across business functions.
• Identify risks, assess internal controls, and recommend process improvements.
• Ensure audits comply with IIA professional standards and company policies.
• Develop and communicate audit findings and best practices to key stakeholders. Present audit results to senior management.
• Act as a partner and trusted advisor for business units to help achieve management objectives and operational efficiencies.
• Utilize data analytics to assess large datasets for risk assessment and monitoring.
• Act as a liaison with external auditors to facilitate audits and regulatory compliance.
• Assist audit management in planning and developing annual goals and objectives aligned with Company priorities. Actively communicate the organization’s vision, goals and results to employees through staff meetings and one-on-one interactions.
• Establish performance expectations, provide coaching and training, and deliver regular feedback and annual evaluations to support team members’ development.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (Required).
• 5+ years of financial and operational audit experience.
• 2+ years in a leadership role managing direct reports and developing a high-performing team.
• Prior experience in a large company (over $1B in revenue) or public accounting firm (Big 4/Mid-Tier) preferred.
• CPA or CIA required.
• SOX and/or MAR compliance experience preferred.
• Domestic travel required (up to 10%)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organization skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple projects.
• Excellent written communication and oral communication with interpersonal skills to engage, influence action and drive change.
• Experience presenting audit findings to leadership.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word and other MS products, data analytics, and audit software.
• Advanced knowledge of business, insurance, claims, sales, banking, and accounting preferred.
• Experience with Optro (former Auditboard) or Workiva implementation and/or experience as platform user highly preferred.
• Ability to effectively motivate, foster teamwork, and train and coach staff required.