Internal Audit Manager

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc.; Lowell (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Maternity leave

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is seeking an Internal Audit Manager to lead the Internal Audit Group in the Legal, Compliance & Audit department.

The role emphasizes high-level control assessments, team staffing, training, and management of audit processes across the organization. The position requires strong qualifications in SOX, risk assessment, internal controls, and experience with data analytics and emerging audit technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, and/or military equivalent with 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Professional designation such as CPA, CIA, CISA, etc. or progress towards designation.
• Masters Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, and/or military equivalent with 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Advanced experience with SOX compliance, risk assessment, internal controls, operational auditing, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience developing audit methodologies, quality assurance processes, or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience utilizing data analytics, automation, AI, continuous auditing, or other emerging audit technologies.
• Experience with business writing and executive-level presentations.
• Experience providing risk, controls, compliance, governance, and business process improvement recommendations to leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Internal Audit Group under general direction.
• Maintain awareness of internal control audit trends and consult on adjustments.
• Conduct staff training and ensure training materials are accurate.
• Facilitate year-end external audit of internal controls and processes.
• Develop calendar and procedures for auditing activities.
• Manage project scope, objectives, and audit tests with appropriate methodology.

Skills

SOX compliance

risk assessment

internal controls

operational auditing

regulatory requirements

data analytics

automation

AI

continuous auditing

business writing

executive-level presentations

leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

military equivalent

Professional designation: CPA/CIA/CISA

Masters degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

Job Title: Internal Audit Manager Department: Legal, Compliance & Audit Country: United States of America State/Province: Arkansas City: Lowell Full/Part Time: Full time

Job Summary: Under general direction, the Manager, Internal Audit leads the work of the Internal Audit Group. Responsibilities include, high level audit control assessments and team staffing, training and management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain awareness of internal control audit trends and consult on operational adjustments based on changes in industry standards and governmental regulations
• Conduct training sessions for staff, communicate new processes, and ensure accuracy of training materials and documentation
• Facilitate year-end external audit of internal controls and business processes
• Develop the calendar for creating, implementing, and enhancing internal auditing procedures
• Manage project scope, objectives, and work plans including the selection of appropriate audit tests, identification of key controls, utilization of statistical methods, and use of survey, interview and computer-assisted audit techniques.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, and/or military equivalent with 3-5 years of relevant experience
• Professional designation such as CPA, CIA, CISA, etc. or progress towards designation
• Preferred Qualifications: Masters Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, and/or military equivalent with 3-5 years of relevant experience
• Professional designation such as CPA, CIA, CISA, etc. or progress towards designation
• Advanced experience with SOX compliance, risk assessment, internal controls, operational auditing, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience developing audit methodologies, quality assurance processes, or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience utilizing data analytics, automation, AI, continuous auditing, or other emerging audit technologies.
• Experience with business writing and executive-level presentations.
• Experience providing risk, controls, compliance, governance, and business process improvement recommendations to leadership.

This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

Compensation:

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

Benefits:

• medical benefit
• dental benefit
• vision benefit
• 401(k) retirement plan
• life insurance
• short-term and long-term disability coverage
• paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time)
• six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave
• six paid holidays annually

Education:

• Bachelors: Accounting (Required)
• Bachelors: Finance (Required)
• GED (Required)
• High School (Required)
• Masters: Accounting
• Masters: Finance

Work Experience:

• Accounting/Payroll
• Auditing
• Finance

Job Opening ID: 00646816

Internal Audit Manager (Open) “This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.”

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law.

Fortune 500 experience. Career advancement. Nationwide relocation possibilities. Headquartered in Northwest Arkansas, J.B. Hunt is a dominant force in transportation and logistics, offering exciting career opportunities both at corporate and at field locations across the country. There are a variety of job types that support our business, so no matter your passion, J.B. Hunt is the place to jumpstart your career.

Why J.B. Hunt?

Why Us? We are a leading transportation and logistics company for one simple reason - our people. The career possibilities and benefits of working at J.B. Hunt Transport. Inc. or Hunt Mexicana S.A. de C.V. are endless. From competitive salary and benefits packages, to defined career paths and growth opportunities, we take care of our people and take great pride in our efforts to build and sustain an inclusive workplace for all employees.

What are we looking for?

We welcomes high-energy, forward-thinking people of all backgrounds and experience levels to join our teams. We offer full-time, entry level, professional and management opportunities across all departments. Whether you are fresh out of school or bring years of industry experience, a role with us could take your career to the next level.

J.B. Hunt is proud to serve individuals of all abilities.