Senior Manager - Internal Audit

DICK'S Sporting Goods; Coraopolis (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

DICK’S Sporting Goods seeks an experienced Internal Audit Manager to lead financial, operational, and integrated audits, ensuring risk-based strategies align with business goals. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams and present findings to senior management.

You will drive SOX testing, ERM initiatives, and system implementations while building strong partnerships across the organization. A CPA/CIA and retail/audit background are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in business-oriented field (accounting, finance, technology or audit)
• 7-10 years experience across audit, finance, risk management, project management, analytics, internal controls, retail
• 5+ years total public accounting and/or internal audit experience
• Preferred certifications – CIA, CPA, or similar
• Experience with Microsoft products, Alteryx, and Gen AI tools

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Internal Audit in understanding business risk and developing risk-based audit plans and programs
• Lead the planning and organizing of financial, operational and compliance audits
• Engage with the technology audit team for integrated audits
• Facilitate quarterly update meetings with IA and Finance Senior Management
• Draft audit reports and present findings to auditee
• Coordinate and build partnerships across the Company
• Develop and maintain the IA department talent pool
• Participate in system implementations and SOX testing
• Coordinate ERM activities and provide strategic risk insights

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Written and verbal communication

People management

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Retail knowledge

Technology & AI tool awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/ accounting/ auditing

Tools

Microsoft Products

Alteryx

Gen AI tools

Job description

Overview

At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Financial, Operational, and Integrated Audits

• Assist the Director of Internal Audit in understanding business risk & developing risk-based audit plans & programs
• Lead the planning and organizing of all financial, operational and compliance related audits.
• Engage with the technology audit team and work collaboratively in performing integrated audits
• Facilitate quarterly update meetings between IA and Finance Senior Management, outlining audit results ensuring that strategic direction of Internal Audit is in sync with current business trends
• Assist the Lead and Senior Auditors with multiple concurrent audits and develop and design a detailed audit program that will achieve audit objectives on time
• Perform and/or review the evaluation of audit results prior to director and auditee review to:
• Ensure audit workpapers prepared by the team are accurate and complete, providing feedback and making necessary adjustments to support the quality of the engagement Recommend alternative policies, procedures or efficiencies and provide actionable insights
• Maintain responsibility for managing IA’s finding follow-up process related to financial, operational, and integrated audit findings.
• Draft audit report deliverables and present the preliminary findings to the auditee
• Develop and maintain lasting business partnerships with all areas within the Company
• Develop and build the department talent pool

System Implementations

• Review the existing business and system process documentation and proposed new in-scope systems for design and operating effectiveness, risk assessment and management, control implications, etc.
• Participate on Steering Committees and contribute to the overall strategic decision making of the implementation
• Develop and execute test plans for the implementation which would include pre-conversion and post implementation testing
• Draft audit report deliverables and present the preliminary findings to the auditee

Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Testing

• Interact with all levels of the organization to gain an understanding of the financial business processes and internal controls
• Review the documentation of risks and controls and execute tests to evaluate the controls and review testing performed by the IA team
• Summarize audit issues and deficiencies and report to senior management and the external auditors

Enterprise Risk Management

• Coordinate and facilitate efforts to identify, assess, and test controls identified by the organization in collaboration with business units, contributing to the continuous enhancement of the ERM framework.
• Provide strategic insights and recommendations to senior leadership based on risk assessments, audit findings, and emerging trends, supporting informed decision-making and risk mitigation strategies.

IA Team Personal and Professional Development

• Continuously monitor the social, political, compliance, fraud and regulatory landscape of the business and retail industries
• Assist with special projects and advisory work
• Be an active participant in making DICK’S a great place to work, where all teammates are highly engaged and committed
• Strengthen career development capabilities and drive adoption of the DSG Career Growth Model, with a focus on learning experiences throughout audits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in business-oriented field, such as accounting, finance, technology, or audit
• 7-10 years experience, including audit, finance, risk management, project management, analytics, internal controls, retail
• 5+ years of total public accounting and/or internal audit years of experience
• Previous experience within the retail, accounting, and/or technology industries
• Preferred certifications – CIA, CPA, or similar certifications
• Microsoft Products
• Alteryx
• Gen AI tool experience
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• People management and leadership skills
• Strong knowledge of the retail environment
• Project management skills
• Ability to drive projects and manage project teams
• Ability to work effectively cross-functionality
• Strong interpersonal and consultative skills

Virtual Requirements

At DICK’S, we thrive on innovation and authenticity. That said, to protect the integrity and security of our hiring process, we ask that candidates do not use AI tools (like ChatGPT or others) during interviews or assessments.

To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please note the following:

• Cameras must be on during all virtual interviews.
• AI tools are not permitted to be used by the candidate during any part of the interview process.
• Offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check which may include ID verification.

If you have any questions or need accommodations, we’re here to help. Thanks for helping us keep the process fair and secure for everyone!