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Job Description
View More Jobs Internal Audit Sr. Manager Golden Valley, MN, United States and 1 more (Hybrid) Job Description The Senior Manager, Internal Audit leads the execution and continuous improvement of the Internal Audit function in close partnership with the Senior Director, Internal Audit. The Senior Manager will be accountable for overseeing the design, execution, and continuous improvement of the annual audit plan across financial, operational, and compliance domains. This role will lead audit engagements, coach team members, coordinate with our co-source partners (as well as external auditors), and contribute to risk management and process improvement initiatives in a dynamic, growing organization. This role requires strong technical expertise, project management skills, and the ability to operate independently while collaborating effectively across functions and geographies. This role may also provide leadership over IT audit coverage, risk assessment, system conversions and coordination with IT and security leadership. Lead the development and execution of the annual, risk-based internal audit plan as approved by the Audit Committee Oversee all aspects of financial, operational, IT and compliance audit engagements, ensuring adherence to professional standards Oversee the evaluation and optimization of accounting processes and controls, ensuring consistency with organizational policies and regulatory expectations Manage and mentor internal staff and co-source resources, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous development Direct the execution of the Company's Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) program, including evaluation of control design, oversight of control effectiveness testing, and validation of remediation efforts throughout all in-scope entities Collaborate cross-functionally to support management's SOX efforts by identifying and addressing control gaps and influence strategic improvements Serve as a subject matter expert on internal controls, audit methodology, and testing procedures Leverage deep financial reporting expertise to assess the integrity of financial reporting processes, including disclosure and reporting accuracy Drive the adoption of advanced audit methodologies, data analytics, AI and automation to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of audit processes Coordinate with external auditors on all aspects of the audit process to ensure seamless information exchange and optimal results Assess technology risks across the business, including cybersecurity, system reliance, data integrity, and access governance Serve as a key liaison with IT leadership, information security, and system owners Oversee audits of ERP implementations, system enhancements, integrations and key report reliance Assist with ERM activities, including risk identification, assessment, and monitoring Support statutory audit and regulatory compliance activities
YOU MUST HAVE
10+ years of progressive audit experience (internal audit and/or public accounting) Demonstrated experience leading complex audit engagements and SOX testing activities within a large organization Strong knowledge of accounting, finance, and internal controls Extensive knowledge of IT control frameworks (i.e., COSO, COBIT, NIST) and their application in a public company setting CPA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent, with a deep understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and project management skills Ability to assess and prioritize technology and cyber risks within an enterprise risk environment High ethical standards and ability to manage confidential information
WE VALUE
Public accounting experience with solid understanding of US GAAP Prior Internal Audit leadership experience in a manufacturing or industrial multinational company Experience overseeing ERP implementations or significant system transformations (i.e., SAP) Working knowledge of sustainability audits and Corporate Sustainability Reporting frameworks Demonstrated ability to influence executive stakeholders and drive strategic change within a complex environment, with limited supervision Ability to develop and implement multi-year audit plans to align with enterprise-level objectives Deep understanding of financial reporting, accounting principles, and operational processes to assess and mitigate enterprise risks effectively Experience with cybersecurity, identity and access management (IAM) and third-party IT risk Ability to adapt to change in a fast‑growing organization and champion initiatives that drive significant improvements in our control environment and risk posture Willingness to work in a hybrid environment near company office locations
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
Exposure to senior leadership and meaningful business initiatives Opportunity to lead audits that influence business decisions and risk outcomes Continued career development through exposure to significant projects Part of a strong, collaborative Company culture #LI-CF1 #
