Internal Audit, Manager

Jobtailor; Golden Valley (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Minnesota seeks an experienced Internal Audit professional to lead SOX engagements, evaluate governance controls across financial and IT processes, and drive improvement initiatives. The role requires strong testing, documentation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy and compliance.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in audit, deep knowledge of internal controls, and professional certification (CPA/CIA/CISA) or intent to pursue.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive audit experience (internal audit and/or public accounting).
• Knowledge of accounting principles, internal control frameworks, and audit methodology.
• Certification such as CPA, CIA, or CISA is essential (or intent to pursue).
• Experience performing and reviewing SOX testing and control evaluations – incl. GITCs.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning, execution and reporting of internal audit and SOX engagements.
• Evaluate and test accounting processes and internal controls.
• Lead review and validation of SOX control design and operating effectiveness (financial and GITCs).
• Support remediation validation efforts and audit requests.
• Assist in assessing cybersecurity, data privacy and technology risks.

Skills

Internal audit

SOX testing

GITCs

Strategic planning

Cross-functional leadership

Problem-solving

Multi-priority management

Integrity

Education

CPA/CIA/CISA

Job description

Responsibilities

• Manage the planning, execution, and reporting of internal audit and SOX engagements, ensuring adherence to established methodologies and standards
• Evaluate and test accounting processes and related internal controls, ensuring alignment with established policies, procedures, and relevant frameworks
• Lead the review and validation of SOX control design and operating effectiveness testing, focusing on both financial and General Information Technology Controls (GITCs) – inclusive of access management, change management, and computer operations
• Apply knowledge of financial reporting requirements and frameworks to support accurate control evaluation, ensuring reliability of financial reporting outputs
• Identify control deficiencies, clearly document findings, and support remediation validation efforts
• Support internal and external audit requests and follow‑up activities
• Assist in assessing cybersecurity, data privacy, and technology risks as part of integrated audits
• Participate in ERP and system‑related audits or implementation reviews as assigned
• Support reviews of system implementations, upgrades, and configuration changes, focusing on control design and operational effectiveness
• Execute audit engagements in alignment with approved audit plan, recommending practical process and control improvements based on audit results
• Solve complex departmental issues through coordination with multiple teams, business units, and departments to identify opportunities for continuous improvement
• Partner strategically with cross‑functional stakeholders to facilitate audit processes, articulate audit findings, and support effective remediation efforts
• Manage the development and maintenance of audit workpapers in accordance with professional standards, ensuring completeness and accuracy
• Stay current on internal audit standards, accounting guidance, and regulatory requirements

Requirements

• 6+ years of progressive audit experience (internal audit and/or public accounting)
• Knowledge of accounting principles, internal control frameworks, and audit methodology
• Professional certification such as a CPA, CIA, CISA is essential (or demonstrated intent to pursue certification)
• Experience performing and reviewing SOX testing and control evaluations – inclusive of General Information Technology Controls (GITCs)
• Strong capabilities in strategic planning, problem‑solving, and cross‑functional leadership within a team environment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• High integrity and professionalism when handling sensitive information.