Senior Internal Auditor

The MNK Group is pleased to represent a dynamic, multi-location manufacturing leader in their search for a highly skilled Senior Internal Auditor. Our client is looking for a proactive, analytical professional to play a key role in strengthening their internal control environment and supporting the continued maturation of their Internal Audit function.

This is a highly visible role that offers the opportunity to collaborate with leadership across Finance, Operations, IT, and other key business areas.

Role:
Senior Internal Auditor

Reporting To:
Director of Internal Audit

Department:
Internal Audit

Focus Areas: SOX compliance, operational audits, and risk-based assessments.

• SOX Compliance: Lead and execute SOX 404 compliance activities, including process walkthroughs, control testing, and evaluation of control design in accordance with PCAOB standards.
• Audit Execution: Perform operational, financial, and compliance audits to assess process effectiveness, efficiency, and alignment with company objectives.
• Risk Mitigation: Identify control deficiencies and process gaps; develop practical, value-added recommendations to strengthen controls and mitigate risks.
• Communication: Prepare high-quality audit reports that clearly communicate risks, root causes, and recommended solutions to management.
• Audit Technology: Utilize Audit Board to manage audit planning, execution, reporting, and issue tracking.
• Cross-Functional Partnership: Partner with teams to support remediation efforts and verify corrective actions.
• Strategy & Planning: Contribute to annual risk assessments and the development of the Internal Audit plan using data analytics and business insights.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Certification: CPA or CIA certification is required.
• Experience: Minimum of 4+ years of internal audit experience; experience in a public manufacturing company is strongly preferred.

• Technical Expertise: Demonstrated expertise in SOX compliance and risk-based operational auditing.
• Hands-on experience with Audit Board (SOX and Ops Audit modules).
• Proficiency in data analytics tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Alteryx).
• High proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint for producing executive-ready presentations.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as One Stream, Salesforce, Sage, or Business Central.

• Core Competencies: Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills with the ability to present complex information clearly.