Internal Audit Manager

Re:Car•Troy, MI

About The Position

At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them. We are seeking an Internal Audit Manager to help scale and coordinate our business process and IT audit activities across the enterprise. In this role, you will help build and oversee a team of audit professionals, drive the execution of our risk-based audit plan, and serve as a key partner to business and technology leaders in strengthening Slate Auto’s control environment. The ideal candidate brings a well-rounded audit background spanning both operational and IT controls, strong leadership capabilities, and a proactive mindset that aligns with our commitment to innovation, integrity, and operational excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field.
6+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, with demonstrated expertise across both business process and IT audit disciplines, preferably within automotive, manufacturing, or high-tech environments.
Prior experience at a Big 4 or large regional public accounting firm preferred.
Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA, CISSP, or equivalent credentials preferred.
Solid understanding of business process controls, IT general controls, internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO), cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001), and SOX compliance requirements.
Familiarity with developing process flow charts and narratives to document internal control cycles, supporting walkthroughs, risk assessment, and audit planning.
Proven ability to lead and develop audit teams, manage competing priorities, and deliver results in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Experience with manufacturing ERP systems (i.e. SAP) and proficiency with tools such as Workiva, Power BI, Tableau, or similar analytics platforms.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex findings and technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences including executive leadership.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience at a Big 4 or large regional public accounting firm preferred.
Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA, CISSP, or equivalent credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in the development and execution of the annual, risk-based internal audit plan covering both business process and IT audit activities across the organization.
Lead and manage a team of Internal Auditors, providing day-to-day direction, coaching, and performance feedback to foster professional growth and high-quality audit delivery.
Coordinate audit resources and timelines to ensure audits are executed efficiently, on schedule, and in alignment with departmental and corporate objectives.
Oversee and actively participate in operational and financial audits spanning key business functions including Procurement, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance, and Sales.
Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of process-level controls, identifying control gaps, inefficiencies, and opportunities for meaningful improvement.
Apply data analytics and process mapping techniques to assess risk, identify trends, and develop actionable recommendations that strengthen the overall control environment.
Oversee and actively participate in IT audits covering cybersecurity, infrastructure, system implementations, access management, and data governance.
Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of IT general controls (ITGCs) and application controls across key business systems.
Ensure IT audit activities are aligned with business risk priorities and reflect current and emerging technology risks facing the organization.
Manage SOX compliance activities across both business process and IT control domains, including control design assessments, walkthroughs, and operating effectiveness testing.
Coordinate with Finance, IT, Operations, and external auditors to ensure SOX documentation and testing are completed accurately, on time, and in accordance with applicable standards.
Partner with business and technology leaders to ensure key financial and operational risks are understood and effectively mitigated.
Prepare and deliver clear, well-structured audit reports summarizing findings, risk implications, and actionable recommendations for both operational and executive-level audiences.
Present audit results to senior management and facilitate alignment on corrective action plans with business process owners and IT stakeholders.
Manage end-to-end oversight of corrective action plans, including progress tracking, stakeholder engagement, and escalation of overdue or high-risk items.
Validate the effectiveness of remediation efforts to ensure that control improvements are durable and sustainably embedded within business and technology processes.
Build trusted relationships across Finance, IT, Operations, Supply Chain, and Compliance to promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.
Leverage data analytics tools such as Power BI and Tableau to enhance audit execution, surface deeper insights, and elevate the quality of audit reporting.
Stay current on emerging business and technology risks, evolving regulations, industry trends, and audit best practices.