Internal Audit Manager

Vaco; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco is seeking an Internal Audit Manager in San Diego with onsite flexibility. The role includes leading internal audits, risk assessments, and control testing for a large public company, with strong opportunities for growth and visibility.

The ideal candidate has 6–10 years of audit or SOX experience, a CPA or CIA certification (or in progress), and a background in public accounting. Hybrid work is possible with a focus on collaboration and process improvement.

Qualifications

• CPA or CIA certification in progress or achieved.
• 6-10 years of audit or SOX experience.
• Background in public accounting preferred.
• Experience in a public company environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute internal audits across business areas.
• Support risk assessments and audit planning.
• Perform control testing and document findings.
• Partner with teams to improve processes and controls.
• Communicate audit results to stakeholders.
• Assist with ongoing audit and process improvements.

Skills

Audit

SOX

Communication

Education

CPA or CIA (or in progress)

Job description

Title: Internal Audit Manager

Location: San Diego, onsite with flexibility

Compensation: $185K-$205K total comp (base + bonus + equity)

About the Company

Our client is a large, publicly traded organization with a global footprint. The company offers a stable environment, strong leadership visibility, and consistent opportunities for internal growth and mobility.

The Internal Audit team partners with leadership to assess risk, strengthen controls, and improve business processes across the organization. Work is steady, collaborative, and not driven by a traditional busy season.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Manager-level role with strong total compensation
• High visibility across the business
• Clear opportunity for growth and internal mobility
• Collaborative and tenured team environment
• Consistent workload with strong work-life balance

What You Will Do

• Execute internal audits across business areas
• Support risk assessments and audit planning
• Perform control testing and document findings
• Partner with teams to improve processes and controls
• Communicate audit results to stakeholders
• Assist with ongoing audit and process improvements

What You Bring

• CPA or CIA (or in progress)
• 6-10years of audit or SOX experience
• Background in public accounting preferred
• Experience in a public company environment

Strong communication and analytical skills