Internal Audit Manager: Data-Driven Cross-Functional Leader

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

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.