Manager, Internal Audit & Risk Advisory Services

Overview /Objective: 

The NFL’s Internal Audit Department is seeking an Internal Audit & Risk Advisory Services (IA & RAS) Manager to lead and/or participate in audits of League operations and compliance reviews of member clubs and third parties.  Candidates should possess a strong controls orientation and have excellent verbal and written communication skills.  Prior audit experience is mandatory in either internal or external audit engagements and successful candidates will be able to handle multiple assignments on a concurrent basis.  The candidate is responsible for the daily interaction with internal clients and external resources and must demonstrate the ability to exercise good judgment and handle sensitive matters.   

Responsibilities: 

• Plan, manage and complete all work program steps for League department audits, and member club and third-party reviews 

• Supervise 1-2 staff in the conduct of audits and reviews for certain engagements 

• Participate as a member of the audit team and report results directly to the Audit Lead for certain engagements 

• Provide periodic updates regarding engagement status to internal and external parties 

• Review audit findings with client and senior management  

• Draft reports for review by IA & RAS Directors or Vice Presidents 

• Lead internal control improvement initiatives and assist in risk management projects 

• Assist in fraud-related investigations  

• Contribute to presentations in terms of both content and delivery to League and club management 

• Conduct follow-up work, as necessary, to evaluate corrective action taken by management to resolve previous audit observations  

• Modify and/or recommend policies, as needed, for areas of compliance or process improvement 
• Candidate will supervise 1-2 NFL employees or full-time equivalents from an external vendor 

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree with academic concentration in Accounting, Finance and Risk Management preferred.  Other concentrations in Business would also be considered  
• Overall experience of a minimum of 5 years, and must include internal and/or external audit experience 

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Either Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred but not mandatory  
• Other certifications (e.g., Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA)) are preferable but not mandatory 

Other Key Attributes / Talent Characteristics: 

• Familiarity with Institute of Internal Audit Standards is mandatory  

• Possess solid oral and written communication skills 

• Advanced capabilities in Microsoft suite of products required  

• Excellent analytical, decision-making and time-management skills 

• Knowledge of the concepts, theories, principles, and practices of auditing, including internal control concepts 

• Advanced ability to review, analyze, validate, and reconcile accounting information, as needed 

• Ability to work independently with little-to-no supervision 

• Candidate must be comfortable with handling multiple assignments/tasks on a concurrent basis  
• Position will interface with IA & RAS Vice Presidents, Directors and Senior Managers in addition to League department heads and club Controllers 

Physical Demands: 

Several times a year while performing stadium visits, this role will require walking long distances, and maneuvering a high volume of stairs. 

Travel: