Internal Audit Manager/Lead

DEPARTMENT: Financial

JOB TITLE: Internal Audit Manager/Lead

JOB CODE: IAM

REPORTS TO: Chief Administrative Officer

JOB PURPOSE:


This role at Arbitration Forums is as unique as it is rewarding because of the AF IPAAL Values (Integrity, Passion, Accountability, Achievement, Leadership) and TRI Model (Trust, Respect, Inclusion).


As the Internal Audit Manager / Lead, you will play a critical role in safeguarding the integrity, efficiency, and compliance of our operations. You will lead the internal audit function, assess risk across emerging technologies, and ensure robust internal controls in a dynamic, innovation-driven environment.

DEPARTMENTAL EXPECTATION OF EMPLOYEE

• Adheres to AF Policy and Procedures and the AF IPAAL Values and TRI Model
  • Acts as a role model within and outside AF.
  • Performs duties as workload necessitates.
  • Maintains a positive and respectful attitude.
  • Communicates regularly with supervisor about Department issues.
  • Demonstrates flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload.
  • Consistently reports to work on time, prepared to perform duties of the position.
  • Meets Department productivity standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and execute a risk-based internal audit plan aligned with company objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and assess risks related to AI models, data privacy, and cloud infrastructure.
• Stay current on emerging risks, including AI, machine learning, and cloud-native environments.
• Lead audits across financial, operational, IT, and compliance domains, with a focus on AI systems, data governance, and cybersecurity.
• Document relevant processes, evaluate internal controls, and recommend enhancements to support scalability and resilience.
• Support execution and ensure compliance with relevant standards and audits (e.g., SOC 2, NIST).
• Support governance initiatives and contribute to policy development, including AI ethics and data usage.
• Communicate findings and recommendations effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
• Deliver clear, actionable audit reports to senior leadership and the audit committee.
• Supervise and mentor audit staff and/or external consultants.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and ethical accountability.
• Leverage data analytics and automation tools to enhance audit efficiency and insight.
• Monitor implementation of audit recommendations and conduct follow-up reviews.
• Track remediation progress and escalate unresolved issues as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field (CPA, CIA, or CISA preferred).
• 5+ years of internal audit experience, ideally in a tech or AI-driven company.
• Strong understanding of risk management, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience auditing cloud platforms, data governance, and AI/ML systems is a plus.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in audit tools, data analytics platforms, and GRC systems.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY SPECIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS


The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.


While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.


WORK ENVIRONMENT


Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


AF is a remote working environment.