Sr Manager, Financial Compliance & Audit

Vaco by Highspring; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring in Atlanta seeks a Senior Manager of Audit/Financial Compliance to lead strategic audit and compliance initiatives across the organization. You will manage a team of auditors, oversee risk-based engagements, and drive improvements in controls and reporting.

The role requires 6–8+ years in auditing, strong regulatory knowledge, CPA/CIA preferred, and proven leadership in a fast-growing environment. Travel ~15–25% and hybrid work flexibility are offered.

Qualifications

• 6-8+ years in auditing, compliance, risk management, or related finance functions.
• Strong understanding of audit principles and internal control frameworks.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting platforms.
• CPA, CIA, or similar certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of audit professionals.
• Manage risk-based and routine audit engagements across the organization.
• Analyze revenue reporting, financial transactions, and operational data to identify risks.
• Evaluate internal controls and compliance with policies and procedures.
• Review records and contracts to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Partner with leaders to strengthen processes and drive efficiency.
• Communicate audit findings and remediation plans to stakeholders.
• Track corrective actions and monitor resolution of issues.

Skills

Auditing

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Internal controls

Leadership

Communication

CPA/CIA preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Financial reporting platforms

Job description

Senior Manager, Financial Compliance & Audit

Now recruiting on behalf of Atlanta-based company for a Compliance/Audit Senior Manager. The company offers a great culture and environment, hybrid flexibility, and a competitive compensation/benefits package.

The Senior Manager, Finance Compliance & Audit will lead strategic audit and compliance initiatives across the organization. This individual will oversee a team of auditors and drive programs focused on revenue assurance, internal controls, policy adherence, and risk mitigation.

This role will work cross-functionally to evaluate business processes, identify areas of risk, and recommend improvements that support accurate financial reporting and operational effectiveness.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of audit professionals.
• Manage and execute risk-based and routine audit engagements across the organization.
• Analyze revenue reporting, financial transactions, and operational data to identify trends, discrepancies, and potential risks.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Review financial records, supporting documentation, contracts, and operational reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Partner with business leaders to strengthen processes, improve controls, and drive operational efficiencies.
• Prepare and communicate audit findings, recommendations, and remediation plans to stakeholders.
• Track corrective actions and monitor progress to ensure resolution of identified issues.
• Support the development and enhancement of audit methodologies, compliance programs, and risk assessment practices.

The right candidate for this Senior Manager of Audit/Financial Compliance will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 6-8+ years of experience in auditing, compliance, risk management, internal controls, or related finance functions.
• Strong understanding of audit principles, internal control frameworks, and regulatory compliance practices.
• Experience conducting financial, operational, or compliance audits in either public accounting or industry settings.
• Proven ability to assess risk, investigate issues, and develop practical recommendations.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated experience leading and developing teams.
• CPA, CIA, or similar professional certification preferred
• Experience working with ERP systems and financial reporting platforms.
• Background in a high-growth or rapidly evolving business environment is a plus.
• History of job stability and career progression required for consideration.

Note: Travel requirement: approximately 15-25%.

*Seeking Atlanta-based talent for this opportunity.By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions.

Equal Opportunity Notice

Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [e-mail].

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

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By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. Additionally, you agree to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. Lastly, you agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

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Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

• the individual's skill sets, experience and training;
• licensure and certification requirements;
• office location and other geographic considerations; and
• other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or participation in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's retirement plan (or similar retirement benefits).