Senior Internal Audit Manager – SOX & Controls Leader

Colonial Group; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking an Internal Audit Manager to lead the internal audit function, focusing on SOX, controls, and governance across the organization. You will manage planning, testing, and reporting, coordinating with external auditors and the Audit Committee.

The role requires extensive experience in internal audit within a global life sciences environment, CPA or equivalent certification, and strong leadership and communication skills to drive remediation and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Accounting.
• 8 years of demonstrated internal audit experience with independent execution of tasks.
• Life Science industry experience and global company experience preferred.
• CPA or equivalent internal audit certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee SOX documentation (control matrices, narratives, flow charts).
• Conduct risk assessment, scoping, testing, reporting, and remediation observation.
• Evaluate deficiencies using PCAOB framework and drive remediation plans with control owners.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Written reports

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's and/or Master's Degree in Accounting

CPA or equivalent internal audit certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Oracle

Job description

Colonial Group is seeking an Internal Audit Manager to lead the internal audit function, focusing on SOX, controls, and governance across the organization. You will manage planning, testing, and reporting, coordinating with external auditors and the Audit Committee.

The role requires extensive experience in internal audit within a global life sciences environment, CPA or equivalent certification, and strong leadership and communication skills to drive remediation and continuous improvement.