Audit Manager

On behalf of a top Retail and Manufacturing company, we are seeking a Retail and Operations Audit Manager. This is a remote opportunity, but must live in Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, & Virginia.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the creation of the Internal Audit’s data-based site-visit risk assessment to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of governance, risk management and control processes
• Lead and execute operational audits of manufacturing and retail locations of varying complexity to assess the efficiency and effectiveness of business processes, internal controls, and risk management practices
• Develop audit plans, including objectives, scope and methodologies, ensuring alignment with the organization’s strategic goals
• Assist with other internal audit functions (SOX, financial, and information technology) to perform risk assessment, conduct walk throughs, assess control design, test control operating effectiveness, and evaluate deficiency remediation
• Utilize data analytics tools and techniques to analyze large datasets, identify patterns, and detect anomalies
• Develop and implement data-driven audit procedures to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of audit activities
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports that clearly articulate findings, risks, and recommendations and present audit results and recommendations to senior management
• Develop relationships with key stakeholders and partner with other assurance functions such as Legal/ Compliance, Quality and Operations

Education and Require Experience:

• 5+ years of combined external or internal audit experience and/or retail experience, preferably with the Big 4
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree with a concentration in accounting, finance, or a related field required
• Certificated as either CPA, CIA, or CFE preferred
• Comprehensive understanding of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO), risk management principles, and SOX 404 Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Proficiency in advanced elements of Microsoft Excel, SQL, ACL, Power Bi or Tableau, Access, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to travel up to 25%

Salary: $120,000-$130,000 (based on experience)