Senior Audit Manager

America's Car-Mart • Rogers, AR

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About The Position

The Senior Audit Manager is responsible for planning, directing, and executing internal audit activities to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls, and governance processes. You’ll lead audits end-to-end, develop talent on the team, and partner with leadership to strengthen controls across the business.

Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CIA (Certified Internal Auditor)
• Proven experience leading internal audit work (scope, fieldwork, reporting) and delivering actionable recommendations
• Strong people-leadership skills (coaching, developing, and supervising auditors)
• Ability to clearly communicate risk/control issues to executives and governance groups
• Working knowledge of controls across financial, operational, IT, and compliance areas
• Strong organization, judgment, and follow-through—especially on remediation tracking

Nice To Haves

• CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor)
• CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner)
• CRMA (Certification in Risk Management Assurance)

Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements from planning through reporting , including developing audit scopes, coordinating fieldwork, and supervising audit staff.
• Manage and mentor internal audit team members, including hiring, training, performance evaluations, and professional development.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations to senior management and the Audit Committee , including preparing comprehensive audit reports, presenting risk assessments, and tracking corrective action implementation.
• Develop and maintain the annual risk-based audit plan in collaboration with the Chief Compliance Officer—identify emerging risks, ensure coverage of critical areas, and coordinate with external auditors and regulatory examiners.
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting, operational processes, IT systems, and compliance programs.
• Stay current on industry trends, regulatory changes, and internal auditing best practices .
• Perform other duties as assigned; follow company policies and support mission, vision, values, and standards of ethics.
• Daily attendance required to ensure duties are completed in a timely manner.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed