Principal Internal Audit Manager Hybrid Denver CO

About Forged Fiber

At Forged Fiber, our mission is bold but simple: deliver fast, reliable, future-proof connectivity that builds the foundation for everything online. As we execute, we believe the right way to do something is the only way. This foundation guides how the company builds, operates , and maintains a state-of-the-art open-access fiber network platform that empowers millions .

Forged Fiber is about more than building a network. It is about people. Every role matters. Every contribution counts. Together, employees create impact through teamwork, trust, and a shared commitment to excellence.

The Role

The Internal Audit Senior Manager is responsible for leading the company's risk-based internal audit program and evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management practices, financial reporting processes, and operational activities across the organization.

This role partners closely with Finance, Accounting, Treasury, Procurement, Engineering, Network Operations, Human Resources, Legal, and Executive Leadership to identify key risks, strengthen internal controls, improve operational efficiency, and support governance objectives . The Internal Audit Senior Manager will lead financial, operational, compliance, and technology-related audits with a primary focus on procurement, vendor management, capital projects, revenue assurance, treasury operations, contract lifecycle management, network assets, and financial reporting.

Work Location Hybrid Denver CO

The Main Responsibilities

Internal Audit Leadership

• Develop and execute the annual risk-based internal audit plan.

• Conduct enterprise-wide risk assessments and identify emerging financial, operational, and compliance risks.

• Lead audits from planning through reporting, including risk assessment, testing, documentation, and presentation of results.

• Present audit findings and recommendations to executive leadership and committee members.

• Monitor remediation activities and validate resolution of audit findings.

• Establish internal audit policies, methodologies, and reporting practices consistent with professional auditing standards.

Procure-to-Pay & Vendor Management Audits

• Evaluate controls over procurement, purchase order compliance, invoice processing, and approval authority.

• Audit vendor onboarding, vendor master file maintenance, and payment processing controls.

• Review controls related to duplicate vendors, banking changes, employee/vendor conflicts, and unauthorized payments.

• Assess compliance with vendor agreements, negotiated pricing, and purchasing policies.

• Identify opportunities for fraud prevention, cost savings, and improved spend visibility.

Capital Projects & Fixed Asset Audits

• Lead audits of fiber deployment, network construction, and other capital investment programs.

• Evaluate controls over capital versus operating expense classifications.

• Review project closeout procedures, capitalized labor practices, depreciation methodologies, and asset retirement processes.

• Assess governance over construction spending, contractor management, and project approvals.

• Ensure fixed asset records accurately reflect company investments and infrastructure assets.

Revenue Recognition & Billing Audits

• Audit revenue recognition processes and customer billing operations.

• Review contract terms, billing accuracy, customer credits, manual adjustments, and revenue cut-off procedures.

• Evaluate revenue assurance controls to identify and reduce potential revenue leakage.

• Assess compliance with company policies related to customer contracts and recurring service revenues.

• Provide recommendations to improve reporting accuracy and strengthen revenue controls.

Financial Reporting & Close Process Audits

• Assess the effectiveness of month-end and quarter-end close processes.

• Review journal entry controls, account reconciliations, and financial reporting procedures.

• Evaluate controls over aging reconciling items and balance sheet account management.

• Identify opportunities to improve the efficiency, accuracy, and reliability of financial reporting.

• Support the organization's audit readiness and control environment.

Treasury & Cash Management Audits

• Evaluate controls related to bank account governance, cash management, and liquidity oversight.

• Review wire transfer approvals, positive pay controls, and cash forecasting processes.

• Assess access controls within banking platforms and treasury systems.

• Identify risks related to the safeguarding of company cash and financial assets.

• Recommend enhancements to improve treasury controls and reduce fraud exposure.

IT Controls & Systems Governance

• Lead audits of IT General Controls (ITGCs) supporting key business processes.

• Evaluate system access provisioning, deprovisioning, segregation of duties, and application-level controls.

• Review change management processes, system interfaces, backups, and application governance controls.

• Assess ERP system controls, including NetSuite and related financial applications.

• Participate in major system implementation, integration, and transformation initiatives to ensure appropriate control design.

Contract Lifecycle Management Audits

• Review controls over contract administration, renewal monitoring, obligation tracking, and document repositories.

• Evaluate non-standard contract provisions, termination rights, pricing arrangements, and compliance requirements.

• Assess risks associated with customer, vendor, and service provider agreements.

• Recommend improvements to strengthen contract governance and oversight.

Inventory & Network Asset Audits

• Lead audits of network assets, inventory, spare equipment, and fixed asset inventories.

• Oversee physical asset verification activities and cycle count programs.

• Review inventory reserve methodologies and asset tracking processes.

• Assess the accuracy of records supporting network infrastructure and financial reporting.

• Identify opportunities to improve accountability and asset management practices.

Payroll, Workforce & Expense Management Audits

• Evaluate payroll processing controls, employee change management, and termination procedures.

• Review time reporting practices and contractor classification processes.

• Audit corporate card programs, travel and entertainment spending, and employee expense reimbursements.

• Assess compliance with company policies and identify opportunities to improve controls and reduce risk.

• Promote operational efficiency and accountability across workforce-related processes.

Leadership & Continuous Improvement

• Utilize data analytics and continuous monitoring techniques to improve audit effectiveness.

• Build strong relationships across business functions while maintaining audit independence.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to management by identifying opportunities to strengthen controls and improve business processes.

What We Look for in a Candidate

Forged Fiber ’s culture i s built on honesty, respect, trust, transparency, and a growth mindset. We strive to treat people as they want to be treated, and to operate with consistency, integrity, customer obsession, and courage. We’re looking for top tier talent to join Forged Fiber that can help us bring this mindset to our everyday work and deliver meaningful results .

Main Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in accounting , Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field .

Experience

• 7+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, public accounting, risk management, compliance, or financial controls.

• 3+ years of management or supervisory experience.

• Experience leading operational, financial, and compliance audits.

• Telecommunications, broadband, infrastructure, utility, construction, or asset-intensive industry experience strongly preferred.

• Experience within a private equity-backed organization preferred.

Preferred Certifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) 

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) 

• Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA) 

• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) preferred but not required

Compensation

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors .

Location Based Pay Ranges:

$118,448 -$177612

Forged Fiber offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing.

What to Expect Next

Background Screening

If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements.

Forged Fiber 37 Services, LLC participates in  E ‑ Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I ‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Employers can only use  E ‑ Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I ‑9.

Equal Employment Opportunities

It is the policy of Forged Fiber to provide equal employment opportunit y (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, martial status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law . We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training. In addition, Forged Fiber will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, and is a fair change employer and does not initiate a background check until after an offer is made.

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