Manager, SOX Internal Audit

Job Description

Our Internal Audit team is expanding!

We are looking for a passionate, highly motivated Internal Audit Manager to join our Advance Auto Parts Internal Audit team.  This is an exciting opportunity to learn and develop, work cross-functionally through the organization, and drive meaningful value as the Company enters the next phase of its transformation.

The Internal Audit Manager is a key role that supports the execution of the annual Internal Audit Plan, by leading the execution of risk-based operational audits and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) testing, through the application of critical thinking skills, business knowledge, innovative audit techniques, and effective leadership.  In addition to typical SOX audits, you’ll have the opportunity to perform process assessments, advisory reviews, and participate in integrated audits.  This role reports directly to the Director of Internal Audit - SOX.

The Internal Audit team’s priorities are risk-based and focus on strong governance, transparency, strategic engagement, and fostering a diverse and inclusive culture that focuses on people development and strong career paths.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a Fortune 500 Company, develop risk management skills, learn the business, and grow your career in a fast-growing organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES may include, but are not limited to the following (other duties may be assigned):

• Leads and manages the completion of the audit objectives across the full annual SOX 404 audit lifecycle including helping to plan, scope, risk-assess, test, document, and report on audit results aligned to IIA quality standards and in conformance to audit policies and procedures.
• Leads the coordination and execution of process and controls walkthroughs.
• Reviews work papers and the work produced by team members.
• Suggests and implements testing and auditing standards.
• Work with external auditors, including offshore resources, to complete the control testing plan.
• Provides insights and perspectives on the design of any new processes or systems and transformation, such as the design of automated versus manual controls, preventive versus detective controls, application testing, user acceptance testing, and go-live of new system implementations.
• Works with management within the Internal Audit function to report and resolve internal control and reconciliation issues.
• Assist management in assessing and identifying controls needed for new processes and opportunities for operating efficiencies.
• Obtain and review SOC reports and their related bridge letters, and complete impact assessment.
• Partners with various functions to identify, document, test, and optimize processes and controls.
• Effectively hires, trains, and leads a team of high-performing internal auditors.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Strong experience leading and executing internal control testing in a SOX compliant environment.
• Experience in Auditing IT and Business Controls.
• Experience Managing Application Control Testing.
• Experience writing control testing work papers
• Experience with US GAAP & SOX Auditing
• Experience in Public Accounting or Auditing is preferred
• Advance use of MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) and Accounting Systems/ERP.
• Strong analytical, organizational and negotiation skills.
• Extraordinary interpersonal skills to work in conjunction with other departments, clients, and internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze data, draw conclusions, interpret results, and make recommendations with respect to data reviewed; use of analytic tools such as Alteryx is a plus.
• Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and comprehend financial reports and legal documents.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both an oral and written manner to common inquiries or feedback from stakeholders or other Team Members of the business.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to top management, department heads, stakeholders, and other team members.
• Expected domestic travel 5-10%.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• 6-10+ years in internal/external audit with meaningful SOX/ICFR controls testing experience.
• Knowledge of COSO Framework and IIA Standards, and US GAAP.
• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university.
• Certified Public Accountant, Chartered Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, or Certified Information Systems Auditor