Internal Audit Manager - Hybrid Opportunity in Chicago, IL

Join Robert Half in connecting top finance talent with exciting careers at Chicago's leading companies. Escape the mundane 9-5 and dive into a dynamic role as Internal Audit Manager on the North America Internal Audit team. This hybrid position offers a salary up to $145,000-$155,000 plus bonus, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to drive SOX compliance, risk mitigation, and process improvements. To apply, send your resume to john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m.

About the Role

The Internal Audit Business Process Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring robust compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements while identifying risks, strengthening internal controls, and optimizing business processes across North America. As a key advisor on process and control matters, you'll leverage exceptional critical thinking, leadership, and communication skills to collaborate effectively with all business areas. This position demands persuasive collaboration and a proactive approach to audit excellence in a fast-paced corporate environment. Ideal for seasoned auditors passionate about financial integrity, operational efficiency, and regulatory adherence in Chicago's competitive finance sector.

Key Responsibilities

In this leadership role, you'll achieve impactful results through hands-on involvement in all facets of internal auditing. Key accomplishments include:

• Developing and executing the annual internal audit plan, aligned with strategic goals, best practices, and regulations.
• Maintaining comprehensive audit methodology documentation, such as testing templates, work programs, and reports.
• Conducting thorough risk assessments to pinpoint business, operational, and financial risks, ensuring robust mitigation.
• Leading the full SOX lifecycle: scoping, walkthroughs, operating effectiveness testing, remediation, and reporting.
• Guiding control owners on documenting and retaining evidence for Information Used in Control (IUC) and Information Produced by Entity (IPE).
• Championing Segregation of Duties (SOD) by identifying risks, monitoring, mitigating, and remediating issues.
• Evaluating SOC 1 reports to verify service providers' controls over financial reporting.
• Overseeing end-to-end audit engagements—financial, operational, IT, and compliance—across North American operations.
• Delivering compelling presentations and reports to senior leadership on findings and recommendations.
• Tracking management action plans and providing progress updates on the audit plan.
• Liaising with external auditors and monitoring evolving laws, regulations, and standards.
• Fostering a culture of safety, health, and environmental responsibility.

These responsibilities position you at the forefront of audit innovation, directly influencing organizational resilience and compliance.

Required Qualifications

To excel, candidates need:

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or equivalent.
• Professional certifications like CIA, CPA, CISA strongly preferred.
• 5-8+ years in internal audit, with proven SOX program management.
• Deep expertise in risk assessment, internal controls, and business process optimization.
• Exceptional leadership, critical thinking, and stakeholder communication skills.
• Familiarity with IT audits, SOC reports, SOD, and regulatory landscapes.
• Experience in financial services or manufacturing environments is a plus.
• Hybrid work eligibility in Chicago, IL, with strong analytical and presentation abilities.

Robert Half prioritizes diverse, high-caliber professionals ready to lead audit transformations.

Why Join Us

Swap your routine for a rewarding career with Chicago's premier employers through Robert Half. Enjoy a competitive salary ($145K-$155K + bonus), full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life, disability), and hybrid flexibility. This role offers professional growth, exposure to senior leadership, and the satisfaction of safeguarding financial integrity. Be part of a safety-focused culture driving business excellence. SEO-optimized for Internal Audit Manager jobs in Chicago—apply now and elevate your career!

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