Internal Audit Manager (Internal Accounting & Quality Control)

We are seeking an Internal Audit Manager to lead the oversight and continuous improvement of accounting and audit quality across our firm’s engagements. This senior-level role is critical in ensuring adherence to professional standards, regulatory requirements, and firm policies while fostering a culture of accountability, accuracy, and excellence. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in internal auditing, public accounting, or assurance services, combined with a strong ability to implement quality control systems in a dynamic, multi-client, fractional services environment.

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the firm’s Quality Assurance (QA) Program for internal audit and fractional accounting engagements.
  
• Conduct periodic internal quality reviews and financial reporting assessments to ensure compliance with firm policies, GAAP, and applicable regulatory frameworks.
  
• Identify systemic issues or recurring deficiencies and collaborate with leadership to develop training, process improvements, and corrective actions.
  
• Serve as an internal resource on technical accounting matters and internal audit methodology.
  
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulatory changes (e.g., AICPA, PCAOB, COSO).
  
• Collaborate closely with CFOs, Controllers, and accounting teams to ensure that quality standards are met in client deliverables and engage in pre- and post-engagement guidance.
  
• Design and deliver internal training programs focused on audit quality, ethics, and risk management.
  
• Report findings and QA metrics to senior leadership and drive strategic initiatives to elevate audit and assurance standards across the firm.
  
• Ensure effective documentation of all QA activities and prepare for peer reviews or external inspections, as needed.
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred).
  
• CPA, CIA, or CISA certification required.
  
• 8+ years of relevant experience, including internal audit, public accounting, or quality assurance in a professional services or consulting firm.
  
• Deep understanding of GAAP, GAAS, COSO framework, and internal audit best practices.
  
• Proven experience building or leading QA frameworks in a multi-client, fractional services environment.
  
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  
• Ability to influence and guide teams through change management, technical guidance, and mentoring.
  

• Experience at a fractional CFO/Controller services firm or outsourced accounting practice.
  
• Familiarity with accounting tools and audit platforms
• .Strong project management capabilities in a distributed team environment.

• Compensation commensurate with experience
• Unlimited vacation
• Ongoing education and training
• Bonuses