Senior Internal Audit Manager

CRH; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay

Medical benefits

Retirement savings

Wellness programs

Inclusive culture

Job summary

CRH is seeking a Senior Internal Audit Manager to lead a high-performing team and partner with the business to optimize performance and risk management across CRH operations. You will deliver independent assurance, strengthen the control framework, and guide improvement initiatives across diverse CRH entities worldwide.

The role is based at CRH's corporate office in Atlanta with a hybrid work schedule. A background in risk management, governance, and complex audit program delivery is essential,

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive audit experience with leadership at manager level or above.
• 6+ years of leadership experience developing high-performing teams.
• Professionally qualified (CPA, ACA, CA, CIA) with expertise in risk management, governance, compliance (SOX) and internal controls.
• Strong financial, analytical and problem-solving capabilities with excellent communication.
• Proven project management experience with large/complex initiatives and senior stakeholder partnering.
• Fluent in English (written and verbal).
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and in building materials, construction, manufacturing, or similar sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct Internal Audit activities with risk-based coverage across the organization.
• Support senior audit leadership in developing and delivering the annual audit plan.
• Shape and execute the Internal Audit strategy and drive continuous improvement.
• Lead complex audit engagements and strategic projects with high-quality delivery.
• Assess and challenge internal control effectiveness and governance alignment.
• Provide insights and recommendations to strengthen the control environment while balancing business priorities.
• Engage senior stakeholders and drive accountability for audit outcomes.
• Oversee issue management, remediation, and timely escalation of risks.
• Manage audit resources and third-party partners to ensure capability and delivery.
• Leverage data analytics and technology to enhance audit effectiveness and insights.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

English fluency

Education

CPA/ACA/CA/CIA

Tools

Data analytics

Job description

CRH is a leading global diversified building materials group, employing over 75,800 people at more than 3,160 locations in 29 countries. CRH is the leading building materials company in North America and the world. We manufacture and distribute a diverse range of superior building materials, products, and solutions, which are used extensively in construction projects of all sizes.

Job Summary

As a Senior Internal Audit Manager, you will manage a team responsible for working with the business to optimize performance and growth through improving the operational, financial controls and risk management within CRH. The Senior Internal Audit Manager will manage the delivery of independent assurance services to the business to ensure the development of a robust control framework across all aspects of the organization. You will build and develop high performing audit teams while working with diverse companies and cultures across CRH worldwide gaining exposure to a broad range of landscapes, initiatives, and business environments. To be effective in this role you must be capable of proactively engaging with key stakeholders (internal and external) to build relationships and work to achieve desired outcomes. You must be capable of assessing (and anticipating) risk and thinking through, challenging, and identifying ways to improve complex business processes. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence across the Group and provides a strong platform for progression into more senior leadership roles within Internal Audit, Technology, or other business functions

Job Location

This role is based at our corporate office in the Perimeter area of Atlanta, GA - hybrid work schedule

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and direct Internal Audit activities, ensuring appropriate, risk-based audit coverage across the organization.
• Support the Director / VP of Internal Audit in developing and delivering the annual audit plan through robust risk assessment and stakeholder engagement.
• Shape and execute the Internal Audit strategy, contributing to long-term objectives and continuous evolution of the function.
• Lead complex audit engagements and strategic projects, ensuring high-quality delivery and clear, actionable outcomes.
• Assess and challenge the effectiveness of internal controls, ensuring alignment with best practice and business needs.
• Provide impactful insights and recommendations to strengthen the control environment while balancing commercial priorities.
• Engage and influence senior stakeholders, clearly communicating audit findings and driving accountability for outcomes.
• Oversee issue management and remediation, ensuring timely resolution of findings and escalation of key risks where required.
• Manage audit resources and third-party partners, ensuring appropriate capability, capacity, and delivery in line with professional standards.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement, including the use of data analytics and technology to enhance audit effectiveness and insight.

Job Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive audit experience, including leadership roles at Manager level or above, with a strong track record in delivering complex audit engagements
• Extensive leadership experience (6+ years) with proven ability to build, develop, and mentor high-performing teams
• Professionally qualified (e.g. CPA, ACA, CA, CIA) with advanced expertise in risk management, corporate governance, compliance (including SOX), and internal controls
• Strong financial, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities, combined with excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills
• Proven project management experience, including leading large / complex initiatives, prioritizing effectively, and partnering with senior management to enhance control and governance standards
• Fluent in English - Both written and verbal communication
• Experience of leading / working on cross functional projects.
• Experience in building materials, construction, manufacturing, or similar sectors, with a strong understanding of associated operational processes and risk landscapes.
• Act with integrity and objectivity, exercising professional judgement while maintaining independence in accordance with the Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS).
• The ability to apply strong audit methodology and assurance practices, including risk assessment, scoping, process walkthroughs, control design evaluation, control testing, and data-driven auditing.
• The ability to influence and communicate effectively, translating complex accounting, finance and operational risks into clear, actionable insights for senior stakeholders while confidently challenging decisions when needed.
• The capability to manage and develop high-performing teams, foster collaboration and coaching for growth, while contributing to the advancement of IA methodologies, governance standards and technology risk maturity.
• The ability to leverage technology-enabled auditing tools, including automation, analytics, and digital platforms, to enhance audit effectiveness, efficiency and insights.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

CRH is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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