Internal Audit Manager

Piping Rock•Bohemia, NY

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Internal Audit Manager to lead and scale our internal audit function in support of our continued growth and potential public market readiness. This role will oversee operational, financial, and compliance audits across global functions, identify and mitigate risks, and help build a culture of accountability and control excellence. As a key member of the risk and compliance team, you will also play a vital role in preparing the organization for potential SOX compliance, IPO-readiness, and ongoing enterprise risk management efforts.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
6–10 years of experience in internal audit, public accounting or enterprise risk management.
Professional certification such as CPA, CIA, or CISA.
Strong understanding of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO), GAAP, and SOX requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a high-growth environment, ideally within a consumer products, manufacturing, or health & wellness company.
IPO-readiness or public company audit experience a strong plus.
Familiarity with audit management tools (e.g., AuditBoard, Workiva, TeamMate).
Experience managing offshore or remote audit teams.

Responsibilities

Lead the development of the annual internal audit plan based on risk assessments and business priorities.
Oversee and execute audits of operational processes, financial controls, IT systems, and regulatory compliance.
Develop and maintain audit programs, workpapers, and testing documentation in alignment with IIA Standards.
Partner with management to track and follow up on remediation efforts for audit findings.
Manage, coach, and develop a team of internal auditors or external resources (including offshore teams).
Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, Legal, and IT to ensure alignment on audit initiatives.
Advise on the design and testing of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) and SOX 404 readiness.
Support pre- and post-implementation audits for key systems or process changes (e.g., ERP rollouts, automation).
Contribute to Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) programs and risk dashboards.
Monitor evolving regulatory standards and ensure timely adaptation.
Provide insights on process improvements and cost-saving opportunities uncovered during audits.
Deliver clear and concise audit reports to executive management and/or the Audit Committee.
Track and analyze KPIs and metrics to measure audit coverage, control effectiveness, and risk trends.