Internal Audit Manager – Ronkonkowa NY – Manufacturing/Consumer Goods
Our team is working with a leading manufacturer & online retailer of health products looking to hire an Internal Audit Manager to their growing team. This role will lead internal audit function, developing and executing a risk-based annual audit plan aligned with business priorities. The position oversees audits across operational processes, financial controls, IT systems, and regulatory compliance, ensuring work is performed in accordance with IIA standards. The individual partners closely with leadership to strengthen internal controls, support SOX and ICFR readiness, and monitor remediation efforts. In addition to managing and developing audit resources, the role contributes to enterprise risk management initiatives, advises on process improvements and system implementations, and delivers clear, actionable reporting to executive leadership and the Audit Committee.
This role is a full time hybrid position (3 days in 2 at home) that will offer between 140-160K base, bonus, & excellent benefits. If you are interested in this opportunity, please reach out to Vincenzo Kulturides directly at [email protected]
Responsibilities
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Lead the development of the annual internal audit plan based on risk assessments and business priorities.
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Oversee and execute audits of operational processes, financial controls, IT systems, and regulatory compliance.
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Develop and maintain audit programs, workpapers, and testing documentation in alignment with IIA Standards.
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Partner with management to track and follow up on remediation efforts for audit findings.
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Manage, coach, and develop a team of internal auditors or external resources (including offshore teams).
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Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, Legal, and IT to ensure alignment on audit initiatives.
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Advise on the design and testing of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) and SOX 404 readiness.
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Support pre- and post-implementation audits for key systems or process changes (e.g., ERP rollouts, automation).
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Contribute to Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) programs and risk dashboards.
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Monitor evolving regulatory standards and ensure timely adaptation.
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Provide insights on process improvements and cost-saving opportunities uncovered during audits.
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Deliver clear and concise audit reports to executive management and/or the Audit Committee.
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Track and analyze KPIs and metrics to measure audit coverage, control effectiveness, and risk trends.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
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6–10 years of experience in internal audit, public accounting or enterprise risk management.
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Professional certification such as CPA, CIA, or CISA.
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Strong understanding of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO), GAAP, and SOX
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Experience in a high-growth environment, ideally within a consumer products, manufacturing, or health & wellness company.
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IPO-readiness or public company audit experience is a strong plus.
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Familiarity with audit management tools (e.g., AuditBoard, Workiva, TeamMate).
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Experience managing offshore or remote audit teams.
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