Senior Manager - Internal Audit

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

Bachelor's degree

CIA or CPA

7-9 years' experience in public accounting or internal audit, including 4-5 years of supervisory or projet mangement experience and relevant working experience in a controls related role (i.e., SOX Compliance programs, internal controls programs, internal audit, external audit, etc.)

Extensive knowledge and skill in applying internal auditing principles and practices, management principles and preferred business practices

Extensive knowledge of the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) promulgated by the Institute of Internal Auditors

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship

Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification

Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

Master's degree (Finance, Accounting or other STEM related fields)

Experience in ESG controls and governance

Direct experience in the transportation field

Finance

The Finance department manages the company's budgets, forecasts and investments, and provides analysis of our financial performance and strategies.

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Job overview and responsibilities

Manages our SOX, ESG, Finance, and Compliance Risk portfolios. Develop, lead, execute and report on comprehensive, risk-based financial, compliance, and operational audits, with a goal of maximizing company performance and control, and minimizing risk. Prepare the annual risk assessment and audit plan development including resource budgeting and allocation for review by Managing Director Internal Audit and VP Internal Audit. Develop and promote a better understanding of the of policies and procedures within the department and the company. Serves on projects and committees to provide input to queries on internal controls and procedures. Manages staff performance.

Sox Management\:

Responsible for the scoping and planning of the SOX program for the Company

Execute on SOX deliverables by managing the SOX team, ensuring there are proper SOX RCMs, flowcharts, test plans and external auditor reliable testing work papers

Identify control design and operating gaps and provide recommendations for remediation. Work with the business control owners in remediation activities to ensure timeliness and testing

Proactively identify opportunities for audit process automation and efficiencies

Provide inputs for Audit Committee SOX updates

Coordinate with IT leadership & GRC on the design, implementation and evaluation of IT general and automated system controls, configurations, and key reports

Assist in coordinating activities between the external auditors and our business partners in support of the annual SOX program

ESG Controls Program Management

Partner with legal and other stakeholders to establish and maintain a governance structure for ESG and serve as a key member of a working group to address ESG reporting

Understand ESG processes and identify internal controls, establish policies and create documentation. Assist with projects to maintain the integrity of our SOX compliance program

Audit Project Management - Financial and Compliance Risk Portfolio

Manage a portfolio of assigned audits and related activities, including staffing, scheduling and coordination with stakeholders to ensure the timely completion of the plan

Scope and execute risk-based audits, including communicating findings with clients in a clear and timely manner, employing critical thinking and appropriate testing methodologies

Manages Corporate audit plan as well as the overall performance of audit procedures

Staff Development

Hires, trains and manages professional development opportunities, including internal and external training and professional association memberships