Senior Auditor: Manufacturing Ops & Internal Controls

Clark Schaefer Hackett; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Schaefer Hackett in Cincinnati, OH seeks a Senior Auditor to support internal audit, risk management, and internal controls within finance, operations, procurement, inventory, and manufacturing processes.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in audit or compliance, strong knowledge of control testing, and CPA/CIA/CISA are preferred. This role offers cross-functional collaboration across leadership to strengthen controls and drive efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of Internal Audit, External Audit, Risk Advisory, or Compliance experience.
• Strong experience with internal controls testing, risk assessment, and audit methodologies.
• Experience auditing manufacturing operations, inventory, procurement, cost accounting, or supply chain processes preferred.
• CPA, CIA, or CISA certification preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audits and risk assessments across manufacturing and corporate functions.
• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls over financial and operational processes.
• Perform walkthroughs, testing, and documentation of key business process controls.
• Assess risks related to inventory, production, procurement, supply chain, and financial reporting activities.
• Identify control gaps and process improvement opportunities.
• Prepare audit reports, communicate findings, and partner with management on remediation plans.
• Support external audits and compliance initiatives.

Skills

Audit

Risk assessment

Internal controls

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

CPA/CIA/CISA (preferred)

Job description

Clark Schaefer Hackett in Cincinnati, OH seeks a Senior Auditor to support internal audit, risk management, and internal controls within finance, operations, procurement, inventory, and manufacturing processes.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in audit or compliance, strong knowledge of control testing, and CPA/CIA/CISA are preferred. This role offers cross-functional collaboration across leadership to strengthen controls and drive efficiency.