Internal Audit Manager

Internal Audit Manager New York, NY 10018

Location:

New York, New York (Garment District) Hybrid – 4 Days Onsite and 1 Day Remote/Week Key Points

• HEAVY SOX Exp.
• MUST have similar industry ep
• Apparel or retail or wholesale or Manufacturing or distribution industry exp. Will consider someone who is a Sr Internal Auditor- BUT MUST HAVE MANAGED 2-4 people
• You will be managing approximately 4-5 people.

We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution and marketing, which enables us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands, including some of the most sought-after names in global fashion, our success is driven by our team’s entrepreneurial spirit and our deep relationships across the industry.

The Internal Audit Manager designs, implements, tests and monitors the Client's internal controls systems to assess the organization's compliance with Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (Sarbanes‑Oxley Section 404 – SOX 404), and financial integrity, operating efficiency and regulatory compliance. The Manager will also lead and perform financial and operational audits, partner with the IT Audit team, and support external audit activities.

The Internal Audit Manager will be a key contributor in identifying and implementing automated audit processes that are compliant with regulations and external audit guidelines.

• Lead and engage in the planning, performance and reporting of SOX 404 compliance activities, including walkthroughs, control design and testing, deficiency evaluation, and remediation follow up.
• Collaboratively, with the Internal Audit team, prepare and update Risk and Control Matrices and control test plans to assess the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting required under Section 404 of SOX and other relevant guidance.
• Conduct and document integrated audits addressing financial, IT and operational audit activities.
• Identify, design and implement Internal Audit process improvements using audit analytics and automation tools.
• Examine records and evaluate procedures to determine the effectiveness of financial controls.
• Create and maintain comprehensive and meaningful documentation including process narratives, risk and control matrices, segregation of duties matrices, testing work papers, etc.
• Test accounting and operational procedures to verify that they are meeting established standards. Confirm compliance with applicable laws, procedures and policies.
• Liaise and provide audit assistance to external audit in the performance of the annual audit plan.
• Provide training and guidance to staff and process owners on internal controls standards. Manage the ongoing compliance with the COSO 2013 Integrated Control Framework.
• Assist in the preparation of periodic audit, financial reporting and special project reports/summaries for distribution to Audit Committee and management.
• Perform or support compliance, investigative and governance‑related and other ad‑hoc projects.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or IT related course work.
• 5-8 years of progressive experience in design, implementation and testing of Internal Controls.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to think critically.
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong data analytical skills and competency with analytical tools.
• Proficient with Optro audit software.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong team player.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Certification is strongly desired (CIA, CISA, CPA).

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)