Manager, Internal Audit

WM; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock purchase plan

Company 401(k) matching

Paid vacation and holidays

Personal days

Job summary

WM is seeking a Manager, Internal Audit to lead audits across finance, operations, and compliance. You will drive strategic initiatives, improve control environments, and guide analytics efforts with Optro.

You will manage a cross-functional team, communicate with executives, and advance risk-based audit plans. The role emphasizes continuous improvement, staff development, and stakeholder collaboration in a dynamic Houston setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Six years of relevant audit or equivalent experience.
• US GAAP knowledge and internal control framing (COSO).

Responsibilities

• Lead a cross-functional audit team across operations and finance.
• Oversee integrated reviews of financial, digital, and operational processes.
• Support analytics strategy and initiatives for the department.
• Communicate with stakeholders at all levels to advance initiatives.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and improve audit efficiency.
• Drive audit methodology improvements and process changes.
• Apply data analytics and Optro to plan tests and programs.
• Assist in annual and ongoing risk assessments for the audit plan.
• Review work papers, reports, and walkthroughs with staff feedback.
• Present findings and status to management and governance bodies.
• Manage daily team activities and ensure risk coverage.
• Provide coaching and development for staff.
• Maintain a leadership role ensuring scope and execution quality.

Skills

Leadership

Auditing

Internal controls

COSO

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Optro

Job description

I. Job Summary

The Manager, Internal Audit manages a wide range of financial, operational and compliance audits at WM. The individual will take an active role in contributing to department's strategic initiatives focusing on continuous improvement, cost savings, and effectiveness of the control environment. This position reports to the Senior Manager, Internal Audit and will interact with process owners at varying levels throughout the Company.

• Manage a cross-functional team in auditing activities of various business segments, departments and operations for: operational efficiency and effectiveness; cost control and cash flow opportunities; compliance with established plans, policies, procedures, controls and applicable regulations.
• Oversee integrated projects that review financial, digital, and operational processes, including the functionality of workflow, data sources, controls, efficiency opportunities, performance metrics, user roles, and alignment with strategy.
• Assist Director with advancing analytics team strategy and initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with employees at all levels across the organization, building strong relationships to advance Internal Audit and Controls (IAC) strategic initiatives and foster career development.
• Drive cost reduction and efficiency of audit and compliance activities by actively seeking ways to develop and implement improvements to audit methodology and administrative processes.
• Take an active role in one or more departmental initiatives such as those driven to improve quality and/or audit coverage, ongoing education and continuous improvement.
• Incorporate data analytic techniques to aid in audit testing as well as develop audit plans and test programs, utilizing Optro audit software.
• Assist in annual and ongoing risk assessments for the development of the Annual Audit Plan.
• Perform review of audit work papers within Optro audit software, audit reports, and walkthroughs, while providing staff with feedback for performance improvement.
• Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills, including presentations to various level of management on audit activities.
• Manages the day-to-day activities of the assigned teams, reviewing work progress and ensuring effective risk coverage.
• Serves in a leadership role ensuring appropriate scope of work (comprehensiveness) and consistent execution and reporting.
• Provides timely and effective feedback, coaching and training to staff working under their direct or indirect supervision.

III. Supervisory Responsibilities

• The highest level of supervisory skills required in this job is the management of non-supervisory employees. This includes: Direct supervision of 3 or more full-time employees.

IV. Qualifications

• Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree (accredited)
• High School Diploma GED (accredited) and four years of relevant work experience
• 6 years relevant audit or equivalent experience (in addition to education requirements)
• Preferred Qualifications
• Master's Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or similar area of study
• 6 years as an auditor in a large accounting firm or internal audit position in a Fortune 500 company (in addition to education requirements)
• Finance & Accounting Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Preferred
• Leadership: Demonstrate the ability to manage multiple projects and foster an environment that focuses on employee development and growth.
• Collaborative: Maintain solid relationships throughout the organization. Display strong interpersonal skills and maintain a professional demeanor.
• Mentor: Assist in developing team skillsets and provide coaching to drive continuous improvement across team.
• Partnership Oriented: Possess the ability to build relationships with, and influence various levels of management regarding sensitive and complex matters - utilizing consultative skills, strong logic and judgment, independent thinking, and a proactive service orientation.
• Analytical: Possess strong analytical skills, including the ability to think outside existing risk management practices/models and demonstrate foresight about potential issues, misalignment and opportunities.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of audit and controls practices including accounting principles (U.S. GAAP) and internal control frameworks (COSO).
• Critical Thinker: Demonstrate the ability to learn from cumulative audit knowledge and utilize that knowledge to enact or recommend enhancements/efficiencies in audits going forward. Additionally, demonstrate the ability to quickly analyze, synthesize, and apply information to drive solution-based outcomes, while assisting team develop these skills
• Change Agent: Serve as an advocate for continuous improvement throughout the department.
• Flexible: Ability to multitask and adapt to dynamic audit plan and programs.
• Travel: Travel for this role is up to 10%, pending business needs.
• Must be authorized to work in the US.
• Must currently reside in the Greater Houston area and able to commute to the downtown Houston corporate office. No relocation for this role.

Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Office: This job primarily operates in a professional office environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc.

VI. Benefits

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.