Risk and Audit Manager

Boston Beer Company•Boston, MA

1d•$121,000 - $190,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Risk and Audit Manager leads multiple, interdependent functions—including the Company’s Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), and Operational Audits—to strengthen our overall control environment and inform executive decision‑making. The role sets multi‑year objectives and work plans, establishes audit plan priorities and risk ratings, and influences company‑wide policies and control standards through audit insights. This position partners closely with the Director of Internal Audit, provides governance for Business Continuity practices, coordinates with external auditors at a program level, collaborates with and reports to leadership frequently. The Manager oversees day‑to‑day activities of an analyst(s) and co-op (dotted‑line/indirect), ensuring high‑quality execution across programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Master’s Degree in Accounting or Masters in Business and Administration
5-10 years of audit experience, at least 3 to 7 years public accounting and auditing (“Big 4” or large regional) experience or corporate Internal Audit experience working in the manufacturing or consumer products industry
Experienced in all aspects of the audit process, including the COSO framework; Information Technology; knowledge of accounting policies and procedures including GAAP, FASB and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications and enterprise accounting systems

Nice To Haves

CPA or CIA Professional Designation
Industry or manufacturing experience
SAP ERP experience
AI and Technology Literacy
Advanced analytics/Power BI
Cybersecurity risk fundamentals
Executive communication

Responsibilities

Participate in the integrated strategy and annual plan for SOX/ICFR, ERM, and Operational Audits, translating enterprise risks and objectives into multi‑year roadmaps, operational objectives, and performance measures
Lead the continued evolution of the ERM program (framework, risk appetite, KRI dashboards, reporting cadence) and ensure risk intelligence informs planning, investments, and control priorities
Serve in a governance role for Business Continuity, aligning risk scenarios, controls, testing, and response expectations across functions
Lead and maintain the enterprise risk management program, ensuring risks are identified, assessed, monitored, and reported to senior leadership
Lead quarterly ELT/XLT risk reviews; synthesize top risks, trends, and KRIs into decision‑ready insights; recommend risk responses and control investments
Partner with business leaders to drive mitigation of financial, operational, compliance, and technology risks
Set the risk‑based operational audit plan (themes, scope, depth); oversee planning, fieldwork, issue validation, and follow‑up; present findings and value‑oriented recommendations to leadership
Continuously improve audit methodologies and leverage data analytics to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
Provide consultative guidance on process optimization and control design, influencing company‑wide policies and governance standards through audit insights and trend analysis
Deliver clear, concise reporting on audit results, risks, and mitigation status to Senior Management and the Audit Committee
Lead special projects, investigations, or executive requested reviews requiring audit or risk expertise
Provide day‑to‑day direction, standards, and first‑line quality oversight for the analyst(s), and co‑op; coach, mentor, and elevate team capabilities while the formal reporting line remains to the Director
Set expectations for methodology, documentation quality, timelines, and risk/issue escalation; ensure consistent application across all workstreams