Internal Audit Manager

DIVE IN TO A NEW CAREER WITH LESLIE'S:

Founded in 1963, Leslie's is the largest and most trusted direct-to-consumer brand in the U.S. pool and spa care industry. We serve the aftermarket needs of residential and professional consumers with an extensive and largely exclusive assortment of essential pool and spa care products. We operate an integrated ecosystem of 900+ retail locations, backyard service and repair, a robust digital platform, and manufacturing and distribution divisions across 35+ states—enabling consumers to engage with Leslie’s whenever, wherever, and however they prefer to shop. With over 60 years of providing best-in-class products and solutions to our customers, there is nothing that we value more than the development and growth of our team. We strive to create a positive and fun atmosphere where our Team Members feel valued and are enthusiastic about the contributions they make to the success of Leslie's.

This position is not open to agency submissions.

This position is based at our corporate office in Phoenix, AZ, and follows a hybrid work schedule. Remote work is not available for this role. Candidates must reside within commuting distance, as relocation assistance is not provided. Additionally, applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored visa support.

Responsibilities:

• Risk Assessment – Conduct risk assessments creating the basis for a disciplined risk-based approach to identifying and documenting the priorities for Internal Audit’s annual audit plan and updates. Lead comprehensive risk assessments, scoping, and planning activities for a variety of internal audit projects and ensure that detailed audit work is effectively focused on areas assessed as top risks.
• Performing Audits – Manage planning, execution, and reporting of audit projects, including Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) program, in coordination with co-sourced partner, external audit, control owners and executive management.
• External Audit Activities – Work closely with co-sourced partners and external auditors to ensure successful completion of projects with minimal business impact and with optimal reliance by external auditors on Management’s testing.
• Process Improvement – Serve as the “go-to” person for internal controls and identify ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the business and IT processes, opportunities to eliminate waste, and provide best-practice recommendations.
• Preparing Reports – Ensure that recommendations are clearly presented to and agreed upon by management and that a subsequent audit report is issued promptly. Present audit reports and recommendations to management to ensure all are working toward the same goals and complying with regulations.
• Review and Follow-up Audits – Perform root cause analysis to determine appropriate management actions. Monitor and steward. management's remediation efforts to closure, including review and validation of evidence supporting implementation of agreed upon recommendations.
• Advisory – Lead various special projects and investigations requiring analytical, risk assessment, control design and control rationalization skills as assigned.
• Build collaborative and trusting relationships with auditees, management, and other cross-functional stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of best practices, industry trends, regulatory changes and audit standards both internally and externally and provide conduit for introducing those practices to the company.

Qualifications:

• 5-8 years of experience in the fields of external/ internal audit and/or risk assurance with at least 2 years in a managing role.
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree, preferably with an emphasis in business, accounting, finance or related fields.
• One or more relevant professional certifications (CPA, CFE, CIA, CISA, etc.) strongly preferred.
• Public Accounting or Professional Service firm background preferred.
• Experience leading the planning, execution and reporting on audits of financial statements applying US GAAP.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills and a collaborative approach to management.
• The flexibility to constantly learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven project management skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects; set priorities and timelines; address risks; make recommendations and effectively address issues.
• Able to work cross-functionally to build strong interpersonal relationships across the organization.
• Highly detail oriented, with a strong propensity for high quality work product and willing to challenge current practice, innovate and continuously improve.
• Comfortable presenting to executive-level management.
• Motivated self-starter who works well individually and in teams with latitude for independent judgement.
• Adept with the IIA's professional practices framework / standards, as well as COSO's integrated framework.
• Strong understanding of fundamental business processes, risks, IT general controls, and accounting requirements.
• Experience with data analytics and computer assisted audit tools a plus.
• Experience with D365 ERP a plus.
• Proficient in MS PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Visio, Teams and Outlook.
• Excellent written and verbal English skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Some travel may be required.
• Onsite in office 3 days / week.

Leslie's provides a robust benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive medical, pharmacy, dental, & vision plan options.
• Health savings account (with enrollment in the high deductible health plan option).
• Health & dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance.
• Company-paid short-term disability and voluntary long-term disability insurance.
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation, sick, and bereavement leave.
• Paid holidays, including a floating personal day.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs.
• Earned Wage access is available, allowing early access to a portion of your earned wages before payday.
• Product discounts at Leslie’s Retail stores.

 Leslie’s recognizes a critical component to our continued success is our people.  Leslie’s is proud to have a culture of inclusion that seeks to celebrate and embrace the different backgrounds and perspectives that help drive our success and support team members in developing and growing with us. We aim to create a workplace where all team members feel welcomed and valued and inspire each other every day.

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