Senior Internal Auditor - Remote Data-Driven Leader

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Newport News (VA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Ferguson in Virginia is seeking an experienced Internal Audit Manager to lead risk-based audits across its business units, develop and implement comprehensive audit programs, and drive process improvements. You will execute the full audit cycle—from planning and risk assessment through fieldwork and reporting—while integrating IPPF components and communicating objectives to stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in internal/external audit, a relevant certification (CISA/CIA/CPA/CFE),

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related area; Advanced degree is a plus.
4+ years’ progressive experience in internal/external audit, accounting, or finance.
Experience running/leading small teams.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including PowerBI and Visio; knowledge of Workday, AuditBoard, Oracle, Sage X3 a plus.
Experience working in a remote environment a plus.
Certification required prior to hire date: CISA, CIA, CPA, or CFE.
Must be available to work East Coast hours.

Responsibilities

Assess and enhance business processes and internal controls across Ferguson’s business units
Conduct risk-based operational, financial, and commercial audits and special projects
Execute the complete audit cycle, including planning, risk assessment, fieldwork, and reporting
Integrate IPPF components into audit engagements
Develop and implement audit programs
Communicate engagement objectives and scope to stakeholders
Document process walkthroughs and flowcharts
Develop analytical procedures and sample-based testing
Gather evidence to support conclusions
Draft engagement findings and assist with draft reports
Present findings in close meetings with stakeholders
Lead audit engagements and facilitate risk mitigation and process improvement discussions
Review workpapers and provide coaching notes to the audit team
Evaluate fraud risk assessment processes and controls
Conduct procedures to identify and analyze potential fraud indicators
Coordinate assurance coverage with management and reduce redundant testing
Evaluate compliance, governance, risk management, and control processes
Communicate objectives and scope, organize meetings, draft agendas, write minutes, identify follow-up actions, and update progress reports
Liaise with stakeholders and executive leadership
Apply data analytics, AI, and automation to improve audit testing efficiency
Identify and articulate root causes of control failures
Assist in recruiting new staff