Utility Audit Manager

A growing infrastructure and energy organization is seeking an experienced audit and risk professional to help lead its Internal Audit function. This position offers the opportunity to influence enterprise-wide risk management, operational improvement initiatives, governance programs, and strategic advisory projects while working closely with executive leadership.
This is a highly visible leadership role for someone who enjoys moving beyond traditional compliance-focused auditing and partnering with business leaders to improve processes, strengthen controls, and drive organizational effectiveness.
The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the future direction of Internal Audit, mentoring audit staff, and helping the organization leverage data, analytics, and emerging technologies to enhance audit capabilities.|



Key Responsibilities



Internal Audit Leadership

• Support the development and execution of a risk-based audit plan across the organization
• Lead operational, financial, compliance, and advisory engagements
• Oversee audit planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up activities
• Review workpapers and ensure audit quality and consistency
• Communicate key risks and recommendations to senior leadership

Risk & Advisory

• Partner with business leaders to identify emerging risks and opportunities for process improvement
• Evaluate the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control practices
• Provide consultative insight on strategic initiatives and operational challenges
• Perform enterprise risk assessments and support ongoing risk monitoring activities

Technology & Analytics

• Collaborate with technology and business teams on technology risk and control assessments
• Support the use of data analytics, continuous monitoring, automation, and innovative audit techniques
• Evaluate opportunities to improve audit efficiency through technology-enabled solutions
• Stay informed on emerging trends related to cybersecurity, automation, AI, and digital transformation

Team Leadership

• Coach, mentor, and develop audit professionals
• Support staff career growth and technical development
• Foster a collaborative and solutions-oriented team culture
• Help drive continuous improvement across the Internal Audit function

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related discipline
• Progressive experience within Internal Audit, Risk Management, Controls, Compliance, or Risk Advisory environments
• Experience leading audit engagements and managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Prior people leadership, coaching, or team management experience
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Demonstrated ability to influence business leaders and build trusted relationships

Certifications (Preferred)

• CPA
• CIA
• CISA
• CRMA