Audit Manager

Join a highly visible internal audit function supporting enterprise-wide initiatives within a Fortune 500 energy and utility organization. This role offers exposure to executive leadership, complex operational environments, and high-impact risk projects that shape business strategy. This role lets you influence governance, strengthen internal controls, and drive meaningful process improvements across a large-scale enterprise.Primary Services is excited to announce the role of Audit Manager for a large, Fortune 500 energy and utility company. This leadership role guides risk-based internal audit activities aligned with the annual audit plan and ensures consistent execution of audit engagements across multiple business units. The Audit Manager serves as a key advisor to senior leadership on risk, controls, and operational efficiency. This role also oversees audit teams, ensures compliance with internal auditing standards, and supports continuous improvement initiatives that enhance audit quality and organizational effectiveness.Responsibilities:Lead execution of risk-based internal audit engagements aligned with enterprise risk priorities and audit plans.Supervise audit teams through planning, fieldwork, reporting, and issue resolution processes.Issue audit reports and communicate findings to executive and business unit leadership.Develop and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders across business and functional units.Ensure compliance with Internal Audit standards, including IIA Standards, GAAP, and COSO framework.Oversee monitoring and validation of Management Action Plans through resolution.Drive use of data analytics, AI tools, and audit technologies to improve efficiency and insights.Coordinate with external auditors to enhance reliance strategies and reduce duplication of effort.Manage team performance, including coaching, development planning, and performance evaluations.Lead special projects, advisory engagements, and investigative audits as assigned.Support budgeting, scheduling, and resource planning for audit engagements.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related business field required; MBA preferred.CPA, CIA, or equivalent professional certification required.8–10 years of progressive experience in audit, accounting, finance, or compliance roles.Demonstrated experience leading audit teams and managing complex audit engagements.Strong knowledge of internal controls, GAAP, COSO framework, and risk-based auditing methodologies.Experience with audit and data tools such as SAP, IDEA, Tableau, or TeamMate+ preferred.Background in public accounting or utility/energy sector environments is a plus.Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver projects within deadlines.Strong technical understanding of audit documentation, reporting standards, and regulatory requirements.