Operational Audit Manager

Glovis•Irvine, CA

10h•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager – Business Assurance is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Company's internal audit and risk management programs. This role oversees operational and financial audits, evaluates internal controls, identifies areas of business risk, and ensures compliance with corporate policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in internal audit, risk assessment, compliance management, and operational process improvement. This position partners closely with leadership teams across the organization to strengthen governance, improve operational effectiveness, and support strategic business objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
7–10 years of direct internal audit experience with responsibility for planning and leading audits
4–7 years of supervisory or people management experience
Experience developing audit plans, audit schedules, and corrective action programs
Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency
Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
Experience presenting audit findings and recommendations to management

Nice To Haves

8–13 years of internal audit, compliance, risk management, or related experience
7–10+ years of supervisory experience
CPA, CIA, or progress toward professional certification
Experience utilizing SAP and Power BI
Experience supporting complex operational, logistics, or supply chain environments

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain internal audit policies, procedures, and methodologies in accordance with company standards and professional auditing practices
Compile, manage, and execute the annual Internal Audit Plan
Prepare and perform scheduled audits, including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up activities
Develop audit scopes and testing procedures based on risk assessments and internal control evaluations
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, corporate policies, and internal audit standards
Identify operational, financial, and compliance risks across the organization
Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and recommend enhancements to reduce risk exposure
Conduct risk-based audits covering operational and financial processes
Lead ad hoc investigations into identified or reported risks, concerns, or control deficiencies
Monitor corrective action plans and ensure timely resolution of audit findings
Document audit findings, observations, opportunities, and recommendations
Prepare audit reports, executive summaries, and management presentations
Provide timely and accurate audit status updates to senior leadership and risk committees
Present findings and recommendations to executive management and key stakeholders
Analyze business processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, profitability, and operational performance
Partner with business leaders to evaluate current processes and recommend improvements
Proactively identify opportunities to strengthen operational controls and business practices
Support organizational initiatives related to governance, compliance, and operational excellence
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive implementation of corrective actions and process improvements
Lead special projects and business assurance initiatives as assigned
Manage audit resources and assignments to ensure efficient execution of audit activities
Mentor, coach, and develop team members to support professional growth and performance
Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and ethical business practices
Provide guidance on audit methodology, risk management, and compliance best practices