Internal Audit Manager

Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and hands-on Internal Audit Manager to support a critical enterprise transformation initiative and broader internal audit activities within a $2B+ publicly traded organization. This role will play a key part in providing independent assurance over the company’s Oracle Fusion ERP implementation, with a strong emphasis on go-live readiness, risk mitigation, and control effectiveness.

The ideal candidate is an experienced audit professional with a strong understanding of system implementations, IT general controls (ITGCs), and business process controls, who can quickly integrate into a fast-paced environment and operate with minimal oversight.

Key Responsibilities

ERP Implementation & Go-Live Readiness

Rapidly engage with the Oracle Fusion implementation program to support pre- and post-go-live audit activities.
Provide independent assessment of implementation risks, control design, and mitigation strategies across Finance, Procurement, and Expense processes (replacing legacy ERP, Coupa, and Concur).
Evaluate cutover planning, deployment readiness, and post-implementation stabilization risks.

User Acceptance Testing (UAT) Oversight

Review and assess management’s User Acceptance Testing (UAT) processes and results to ensure:
- Key business processes and scenarios are adequately tested
- Test scripts are complete and aligned to requirements
- Defects are appropriately documented, tracked, and resolved
Validate that UAT supports operational readiness and control effectiveness prior to go-live.

Data Conversion & Integrity

Evaluate the data migration strategy and execution, including:
- Data completeness and accuracy
- Reconciliation controls between legacy systems and Oracle Fusion
- Governance over data conversion and validation processes
Identify risks related to data integrity, security, and financial reporting impact.

Project Risk Assessment & Stakeholder Engagement

Engage cross-functionally with project leadership, IT, and business stakeholders to assess overall project health and readiness.
Conduct structured interviews, surveys, and walkthroughs to gather insights on risk areas, dependencies, and potential gaps.
Synthesize findings into clear, actionable reporting for senior leadership and audit committees.

Internal Audit Execution

Independently perform hands-on audit work, including:
- Reviewing process documentation and system configurations
- Testing control design and operating effectiveness
- Analyzing evidence and identifying control gaps
Clearly articulate audit findings, root causes, and practical remediation recommendations.

Continuous Improvement & Advisory

Provide advisory input on control design, process optimization, and risk mitigation throughout the implementation lifecycle.
Support the evolution of the internal audit function in areas such as IT auditing, data analytics, and integrated auditing approaches.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field
5+ years of experience in internal audit, external audit, or risk advisory (Big 4 or large public company experience preferred)
Direct experience supporting ERP implementations (Oracle Fusion strongly preferred; SAP/Workday acceptable)
Strong understanding of:
- IT General Controls (ITGCs) and application controls
- Business process controls (Order-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay, Record-to-Report)
- SOX compliance requirements in a public company environment
Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA are preferred

Key Attributes for Success

Ability to “hit the ground running” with minimal ramp-up time
Strong attention to detail paired with big-picture risk awareness
Comfortable operating in a high-visibility, high-impact project environment
Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to influence without authority