Internal Auditor

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc.; Hilliard (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Welfare Benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. is seeking an Internal Auditor to plan, perform, and report on financial and operational audits across ADS and its subsidiaries. The role involves partnering with manufacturing and distribution teams to ensure policy adherence and effective controls.

The position reports to the Manager of Internal Audit with potential exposure to risk assessment and process improvement initiatives. Limited travel may be required within this role.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years professional audit, accounting or business experience.
• Strong analytical and risk identification abilities.
• Excellent written and oral communication, detail oriented and organized.
• Ability to work with multiple levels of management and build relationships.
• Capable of managing deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and conduct financial and operational audits from planning to reporting.
• Collaborate with external auditors and management to design and assess controls.
• Develop audit conclusions based on process understanding, risks, and controls.
• Issue audit reports and summarize results per department methodology.
• Communicate findings and develop mitigation plans with management.
• Build relationships with management to support ongoing risk discussions.

Skills

Audit

Critical thinking

Written & verbal communication

Teamwork

Time management

Relationship building

Autonomous decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA / CIA / CISA (in process)

Tools

US GAAP

SOX

COSO framework

Data analytics

Job description

Overview

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.

Responsibilities

The Internal Auditor plans, organizes, and conducts financial and operational audits for ADS and its subsidiaries. This will include interaction with manufacturing, distribution and other departments to ensure adherence to policies and procedures, and the execution of controls as well as sharing best practices to positively impact change associated with the company’s existing initiatives and goals. Through the oversight of risk and drive for continual process improvement, you will have the opportunity to gain exposure to ADS’ operating business units and functions establishing the foundation to grow within the organization.

The Internal Auditor reports directly to the Manager of Internal Audit and has direct and significant contact with Director of Internal Audit and other members of management.

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Job Responsibilities

• Conduct operational, financial, and SOX audit assignments successfully from the planning to reporting phase.
• Partner with external auditors and management to effectively design and assess controls and to resolve identified issues, as needed.
• Develop audit conclusions based on complete understanding of the process, controls, and risks.
• Issue audit reports, summarizing audit results following department methodology.
• Effectively communicate audit results and partner with management to develop mitigation plans.
• Build and maintain relationships with management to promote continual risk and control dialogue as risk profiles evolve.
• Support consulting projects to assist management in assessing or addressing an identified risk.
• Assist in identifying opportunities to leverage data analytics and automation to facilitate more meaningful audit scoping and test procedures.
• Prioritize and effectively manage multiple tasks/deadlines while dealing with ambiguity.
• Foster an efficient, innovative, and team‑oriented work environment.

Required Skills

• 2 to 3 years professional audit, accounting or business experience
• Critical thinking skills to identify risk, analyze, and offer solutions
• Strong written and oral communication skills, detail oriented, and organized
• Strong teamwork skills and commitment to meeting deadlines
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work with personnel at all levels of the organization and build/maintain relationships using strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Achievement‑oriented with the ability to work autonomously and make daily decisions

Preferred Skills and Experiences

• Achieved or pursuing a professional financial certification such as CPA, CIA, or CFE
• Understanding of US GAAP, SOX, COSO Control Framework, Internal Auditing Standards, and risk assessment practices
• Large company experience
• Experience working with data sets and data analysis

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• CPA, CIA, or CISA certification or in process of obtaining such certification.

Company Benefits

• Health & Welfare Benefits: Medical and prescription drug plans, telemedicine (with medical plan), High‑Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) and Health Savings Account (HSA), dental and vision plans, virtual physical therapy*, an employee assistance program (EAP)*, and voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnification programs.
• Financial Benefits: Retirement 401k program with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (voluntary), financial wellness planning*, paid parental leave*, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for child care and health care, short‑term and long‑term disability*, basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D)*, adoption financial reimbursement*, tuition reimbursement*, voluntary life insurance (for employees, spouses, and children), and voluntary identity theft and fraud protection.
• *100% paid by ADS.

Why Join ADS?

Growth Opportunities & Global Presence: With a global network of approximately 70 manufacturing plants and 40 distribution centers, ADS offers extensive opportunities for career growth and development in various locations around the world. Inclusive and Creative Work Culture: ADS fosters a culture of passion, innovation, and continuous improvement, empowering employees to shape industry‑leading solutions. We value diverse perspectives, recognizing that they drive better ideas, processes, and performance. Our workplace is built on respect, inclusivity, and shared responsibility, ensurin