Associate Manager, Internal Audit

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama.

📋 Description

• Assist in the formulation and implementation of the annual risk-based audit strategy.

• Offer mentorship, guidance, coaching, and evaluations for audit personnel and co-sourced partners.

• Promote ongoing enhancement of audit methodologies and tools, including the integration of analytics and artificial intelligence (AI).

• Proactively identify emerging risks.

• Act as a reliable advisor on risk and control matters.

• Oversee and execute various aspects of end-to-end audits in complex settings, encompassing planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up.

• Create engagement-specific risk assessments and audit plans.

• Assess financial, operational, compliance, and IT processes.

• Review workpapers and reports to ensure quality and precision.

• Provide clear and actionable audit findings in reports.

• Lead/support the SOX 404 risk assessment for Adtran Networks SE and conduct control testing.

• Facilitate control simplification, harmonization, and optimization.

• Monitor and verify remediation efforts.

• Coordinate with external auditors for the Adtran Networks SE business.

• Foster relationships across global functions.

• Communicate effectively with executive leadership and exhibit executive presence.

• Assist in the preparation of executive reports and materials for the audit committee.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• Over 6 years of experience in audit or a blend of audit with finance and/or IT sectors.

• Experience in leadership and project management.

• In-depth knowledge of SOX, GAAP, and COSO frameworks.

• CPA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent certification (or progress toward certification).

• Full professional proficiency in verbal and written German.

• Experience in a global or public company is preferred.

• Familiarity with ERP and analytics tools is advantageous.

• IT audit experience is a plus.

• An MBA or relevant advanced degree is preferred.

• Strategic thinking and risk assessment abilities.

• Skills in leadership and development.

• Strong analytical skills.

• Executive presence and communication skills.

• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively.

• Demonstrated integrity and sound judgment.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

• Professional development opportunities.

• Flexible work arrangements.