Strategic Internal Audit Manager - Transformation

Associated Wholesale Grocers; Kansas City (KS); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Dependent Care Flexible Spending

Paid Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time

401(k) with 4% match

Tuition Reimbursement

Life and AD&D

Employee Assistance Program

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Wellness Program

Yearly Holiday Bonus

Job summary

Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc. (AWG) is seeking an Internal Audit Manager to lead the transformation of the Internal Audit function into a structured, risk-based practice.

Reporting to the Director of Internal Audit, you will drive standardized methodologies, build a high-performing team, and partner with executives across the enterprise. The role requires 5+ years in audit with leadership, knowledge of COSO and IIA standards, and CIA/CPA (or in progress).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• 5+ years of progressive audit experience (mix of public accounting and corporate internal audit preferred), including 2+ years of direct supervisory and leadership experience.
• Strong leadership with ability to mentor staff and drive organizational change.
• Strong command of IIA Standards, COSO, risk assessment, and core financial/operational control principles.
• Active CIA, CPA, or in progress.
• Willingness to travel 15–20% nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Transform and standardize audit methodology to a traditional, risk-based program.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop Senior and Staff Auditors; provide coaching and career development.
• Lead planning, execution, and wrap-up of risk-based financial, operational, and compliance audits.
• Build relationships with cross-functional leaders while maintaining independence and objectivity.
• Draft and present clear audit reports with defined risks and practical solutions.
• Drive risk assessment activities and monitor management action plans for remediation.
• Lead advisory engagements and special investigations as required.

Skills

Leadership

Audit leadership

COSO / IIA Standards

CIA / CPA

Travel 15-20%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc. (AWG) is seeking an Internal Audit Manager to lead the transformation of the Internal Audit function into a structured, risk-based practice.

Reporting to the Director of Internal Audit, you will drive standardized methodologies, build a high-performing team, and partner with executives across the enterprise. The role requires 5+ years in audit with leadership, knowledge of COSO and IIA standards, and CIA/CPA (or in progress).