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Internal Audit Manager

Ringside Search Partners

Cleveland, OH · Posted August 19, 2026

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About the job

We are looking for an Internal Audit Manage r to work for our client. The ideal candidate aligns with the responsibilities and qualifications outlined below.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced audit professional to lead internal audit activities and strengthen risk management and controls across the organization, in a hybrid role based in Cleveland, OH.

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, execution, and reporting of internal audits across financial, operational, and compliance areas

Assess the design and effectiveness of internal controls and identify areas of risk

Develop and manage the annual internal audit plan based on risk assessment

Present audit findings and recommendations to management and, as needed, the audit committee

Partner with business leaders to develop corrective action plans and track remediation progress

Supervise and mentor internal audit staff, reviewing workpapers and providing feedback

Stay current on regulatory requirements and audit best practices, updating methodology as needed

Support external auditors and regulatory examinations as needed

Identify opportunities to improve controls, processes, and operational efficiency

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA, CIA, or CISA preferred

5+ years of internal audit experience, including some experience leading audits or supervising staff

Strong knowledge of internal controls, risk assessment, and audit methodology

Excellent analytical, writing, and presentation skills

Ability to communicate findings clearly and diplomatically across all levels of the organization

Comfortable managing multiple audit engagements simultaneously in a hybrid environment

What Our Client Offers

A seat close to the audit committee, with real visibility into how findings translate into action

Support for maintaining or earning credentials like the CIA or CISA

A tight-knit audit team that values thoroughness over busywork

Clear runway toward a Director of Internal Audit track for the right person