Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in internal audit.
Proven ability to lead end-to-end audits and meet timelines.
Experience in risk assessment and reporting to senior leadership.
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) required, with additional certifications preferred.
Deep understanding of Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) and IIA IPPF standards.
Responsibilities
Plan, scope, and execute risk-based audits from initiation to report issuance.
Ensure work adheres to GAGAS and IPPF standards and oversee quality reviews.
Use data analytics and audit software to enhance audit coverage and efficiency.
Contribute to annual risk assessment and provide weekly status updates.
Develop risk and process narratives and advise on control testing strategies.
Coach auditors on methodology, testing techniques, and skills development.
Lead entrance/exit meetings with business owners and deliver actionable reports.
Benefits
Hybrid work model with three in-office days per week.
Opportunity for mentorship and professional development.
Exposure to various aspects of auditing within a government framework.
Engagement in significant and impactful auditing projects.
Collaborative work environment with proactive communication channels.
Full Job Description
Position: Audit Manager
Nashville, TN/Hybrid
Work Location: Expected to be Hybrid 3 days per week (typically Monday through Wednesday)
8+ Months
Candidate Must Be Local
Key Responsibilities:
Audit Leadership: Plan, scope, and execute risk-based audits from initiation through report issuance; manage timelines, resources, and stakeholder expectations.
Methodology & Quality: Ensure work adheres to GAGAS and IPPF standards. Oversee quality review of workpapers, testing, and evidence; resolve issues and escalate risks promptly.
Analytics & Tools: Use data analytics and audit software to enhance coverage and
efficiency.
Planning & Reporting Cadence: Contribute to annual risk assessment and audit plan;
provide weekly status updates, metrics, and escalation of blockers.
Risk & Control Assessment: Develop risk and process narratives; design control testing strategies; identify root causes; propose practical, risk proportionate remediation.
Team Mentorship: Coach auditors on methodology, testing techniques, documentation, and professional competencies; provide real-time feedback and skills development.
Stakeholder Engagement: Lead in entrance/exit meetings; maintain proactive
communication with business owners; deliver clear, actionable reports and presentations to management.
Issue Management: Validate findings, agree action plans and owners, set remediation
timelines; track and verify corrective actions.
Governance & Independence: Maintain independence and ethics consistent with GAGAS; promptly disclose and address threats to independence; maintain required CPE per GAGAS.
Fraud, Waste & Abuse Investigations: Oversee investigations including intake/triage,
scoping, investigative plans, evidence preservation/chain of custody, interviews, analysis, and documentation.
Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
Advanced degree or graduate coursework in auditing, risk management, or public
administration is a plus.
Professional Experience:
Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in internal audit, including leading end-
