Corporate Internal Audit Manager

Job Type:

Full time

Exempt/Non Exempt:

Salary

Job Description:

Location Details:

Remote

Position Schedule / Shift:

Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm

Position Summary:

Manage the development and execution of a comprehensive annual (corporate and club, insurance, or IT) audit plan based on risk assessment, corporate goals and objectives, regulatory requirements, Audit Committee fiduciary needs, and professional auditing standards. Identify and audit corporate and club processes wherein potential control weaknesses, fraud, errors, waste, abuse, or other conditions may pose risk to the organization or impair corporate performance. Establish audit time budgets, target dates and staffing to achieve audit objectives.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Manage the internal audits to support a strong corporate control environment and to identify opportunities for improvement in a diverse product and multi-state organization

Assign, oversee and provide ‘hands on’ support for each audit to ensure all work conforms with professional standards, internal policies, and the internal audit methodology

Perform audits, if needed

Review work-papers to ensure audit findings are adequately supported and documented

Direct and review the preparation of well-written audit findings, reports, and recommendations

Present or participate in the presentation of audit reports and recommendations to all levels of management

Execute special projects or consultative reviews to support management requests

Develop and maintain a strong working relationship with the external auditors; coordinate and oversee the on-time completion of audit work required by the external auditors

Develop and maintain good working relationships with IT and corporate management

Promote organizational confidence in the value, integrity, and credibility of Internal Audit

Ensure timely and accurate updates to the audit plan status report and weekly time tracking

Assess staff performance and provide timely feedback and formal evaluations

Provide guidance, training, mentoring and motivation to develop team members

Address staff performance issues through coaching and counseling

Interview and recommend the hiring of audit personnel

Participate in or oversee team member participation in various corporate projects to ensure that proper controls are built into new programs, procedures, or systems

Suggest continuous improvements to the internal audit methodology

Monitor the effectiveness of audit and control processes, programs and procedures and establish or recommend changes to ensure adequate controls are in place and regulatory or operational issues are sufficiently addressed

Define objectives and assess risks to develop and update audit programs. Lead the staff responsible for testing and evaluating the effectiveness of current controls and identifying opportunities for improvements. Guide the coordinated and individual efforts of staff to ensure goals are achieved

Promote a strong corporate control environment by working with management to increase awareness of business risks and control concepts. Present and/or participate in the presentation of reports and recommendations to all levels of management; monitors progress against goals

Maintain and apply knowledge of current and emerging laws, regulations, methods and tools as they relate to ACG’s internal audits

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Direct supervision of a professional staff of auditors

Qualifications:

Required

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business Administration, Finance or a related field

CIA or CISA will be required to be obtained within 18 months of hire, if the candidate does not possess one of these certifications (study materials and testing supported in accordance with ACG policies)

Experience:

Minimum five years of internal audit experience, including developing internal audit programs

Developing and conducting internal and/or external financial and operational audits

Developing and evaluating audit findings and recommendations

Risk assessment and internal control analysis

Supervising or managing staff

Using audit and analysis software tools and applications including generative artificial intelligence tools

Analyzing performance and adherence to business rules, financial controls, regulatory requirements in the insurance industry

Knowledge:

Thorough understanding of financial and operational control principles, including corporate governance, internal audit procedures, practices, techniques, and financial accounting standards

Knowledge of audit data analytics techniques and tools

Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong negotiation and diplomatic skills

Strong client relationship management and customer-focused skills

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, including the ability to motivate team members, drive high-quality results, and mentor/develop less experienced staff

Outstanding project and time management skills, including the ability to manage multiple audits or projects simultaneously

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet competing deadlines

Ability to:

Project manage effectively

Communicate effectively with others in a remote video conference work environment

Present written and oral reports to all levels of management

Make leadership decisions with strong professional judgment

Manage and control major projects

Plan and effectively manage budget

Preferred

Certified Public Accountant

Master’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or a related field

Property and Casualty, or Life and Health license

Knowledge of statutory accounting

Experience with multi-state regulatory requirements and applicable state insurance laws

ACG products, services and field operations

ACG business and sales compensation processing systems (e.g., Workday, AXIS, Salesforce)

Experience in the Insurance, Automotive industries

Work Environment:

This position works from a home office location. Depending on the role, some employees may be required to come into the office, at a minimum, for important departmental meetings or team building events.

Compensation & Benefits Overview:

ACG complies with all applicable state and local laws regarding required benefits (including PTO, paid sick leave, etc.).

Compensation

Internal Audit Manager will earn a competitive salary of $110,000 - $160,000 annually with annual bonus potential based on performance.

Benefits

At ACG, we offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth.

Health & Wellness

Medical plans with multiple coverage options, including HSA eligibility

Prescription drug coverage

Dental and vision benefits

Employee Assistance Program (confidential support services)

Financial Protection & Insurance

Company-paid basic life insurance

Optional supplemental life insurance and dependent coverage

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Critical illness, accident, and pet insurance options

Retirement & Savings

401(k) plan to support long-term financial goals. 3% automatic deferral upon eligibility; may contribute 1% to 50% of eligible earnings, either pre or post tax. Company match of 50% paid on employee contributions up to 6% of pay, payable to employees following the end of the year; immediate vesting. Additional company contribution of 4% of pay each pay day into your account; 100% vested after three (3) years of service

Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options

Time Off & Leave

Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrual-bas