Corporate Internal Audit Manager

The Internal Audit Manager plays a critical role in strengthening the company’s risk management, internal controls, and governance environment across a diversified, multi‑site manufacturing organization. This role leads risk‑based operational, financial, compliance, and SOX audits, partners closely with businesses and functional leaders, and helps mature the internal audit function into a trusted advisor role. The ideal candidate brings strong audit judgment, hands‑on execution capability, and the ability to influence without authority in a fast‑moving manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Audit Leadership & Execution Lead the planning and execution of risk‑based internal audits, including operational, financial, compliance, IT‑dependent, and SOX‑related audits across corporate and manufacturing locations. Translate enterprise and site‑level risks into practical audit scopes that focus on what matters most: financial accuracy, operational efficiency, compliance, and safeguarding of assets. Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and identify root causes, not just control failures. Ensure audits are executed efficiently, with clear documentation, defensible conclusions, and actionable recommendations. Support the annual enterprise risk assessment and development of the internal audit plan. Play a key role in SOX 404 efforts, including walkthroughs, testing, deficiency evaluation, and remediation tracking. Partner with Finance, Operations, IT, and Compliance to strengthen the overall control environment. Monitor remediation of audit findings and provide practical guidance to control owners. Business Partnership & Influence Build strong working relationships with plant leadership, functional leaders, and corporate teams. Communicate audit results clearly to management, focusing on risk, impact, and value‑added improvement opportunities. Act as a thought partner to management on process improvements, control simplification, and risk mitigation—not just assurance provider. Qualifications Required Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field. 7+ years of progressive experience in public accounting (Big 4 or national firm) and/or internal audit in a complex, multi‑entity organization. Strong knowledge of internal controls, SOX 404, COSO, and audit standards. Experience auditing manufacturing operations, inventory, cost accounting, and plant‑level processes. Ability to independently lead audits end‑to‑end, from planning through reporting and follow‑up. Approximately 15% - 20% travel, domestic and internationally Preferred CPA, CIA, or equivalent professional certification. Experience working in a publicly traded or IPO‑ready environment. Exposure to ERP systems commonly used in manufacturing environments. Experience with operational audits, process improvement, or advisory‑style engagements. What We Offer The opportunity to play a significant role in the financial management of a fast-growing manufacturing company. Act as an entrepreneur within our dynamic and growing organization, where your insights and expertise will be valued and rewarded. #J-18808-Ljbffr Madison Air