Elliot Davis

Internal Controls Senior Manager

Elliot Davis$110K — $130K *
US-Anywhere
+ 8 other locationsRemote
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in internal audit, SOX/ICFR, risk advisory, compliance, IT risk, or related field.
  • Proven track record of leading multiple engagements and managing executive client relationships.
  • Strong ability to manage teams, budgets, resources, and project delivery effectively.
  • Experience leading engagements across various industries and business environments.
  • Proficient knowledge of internal controls, governance, risk management, and SOX 404.

Responsibilities

  • Lead multiple internal controls and risk advisory engagements simultaneously.
  • Act as the primary day-to-day client relationship manager and trusted advisor.
  • Ensure timely and budget-compliant engagement delivery adhering to quality standards.
  • Review work products, address risks, and identify opportunities for governance and process improvement.
  • Coach and develop managers and team members to foster growth and accountability.
  • Support recruiting and retention efforts for future leadership within the team.
  • Contribute to strategic initiatives, proposals, and thought leadership activities.

Benefits

  • Generous time off including paid firm holidays and the week between Christmas and New Year’s.
  • Flexible work schedules to support work-life balance.
  • 16 weeks of paid maternity and adoption leave and 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including mental health counseling.
  • Access to one-on-one professional coaching and leadership development programs.
  • Participation in the Beyond program, enhancing personal and professional life experiences.
Full Job Description
Job Objective

The Senior Manager, Internal Controls Advisory is responsible for leading the successful execution of multiple client engagements while developing team members, driving operational excellence, and contributing to the growth and strategic direction of the practice. This individual serves as a trusted advisor to clients, a coach to managers and staff, and a key member of the practice leadership team.

Reporting to the Director of Internal Controls, the Senior Manager oversees engagement delivery across a portfolio of clients, manages and develops team members, supports business development efforts, strengthens methodologies and practice operations, and cultivates a high-performing, people-centered team culture.

Success in this role requires a balance of technical expertise, leadership, client relationship management, business acumen, and a passion for helping others grow.

Key Responsibilities
Client Delivery & Engagement Leadership
  • Lead multiple internal controls, SOX, internal audit, risk advisory, and governance engagements simultaneously.
  • Serve as the primary day-to-day client relationship leader and trusted advisor.
  • Ensure engagements are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with firm quality standards.
  • Review work products, proactively address engagement risks, and identify opportunities to strengthen governance, optimize controls, improve processes, and manage technology and AI-related risks.
Team Leadership & Talent Development
  • Lead, coach, and develop managers, senior associates, associates, and offshore team members.
  • Provide ongoing feedback, mentoring, and career development support while fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
  • Support recruiting, onboarding, retention, and development of future leaders.
Practice Management, Growth & Culture
  • Support staffing, utilization, engagement economics, methodologies, tools, templates, training, and strategic practice initiatives.
  • Contribute to proposals, scoping, pricing, pursuits, networking, thought leadership, webinars, speaking engagements, and expansion of client relationships.
  • Collaborate across service lines and industries to deliver integrated solutions.
  • Champion firm values and cultivate a positive, inclusive, engaged, and high-performing team culture.
Qualifications
  • 7+ years of experience in internal audit, SOX/ICFR, risk advisory, compliance, IT risk, controls advisory, or a related field.
  • Experience leading multiple concurrent engagements and executive-level client relationships in a professional services environment.
  • Proven ability to manage and develop teams, budgets, resources, and project delivery.
  • Ability to lead engagements across multiple industries and business environments.
Technical Capabilities
  • Strong knowledge of internal controls, governance, risk management, SOX 404, internal audit, risk assessment, and controls optimization.
  • Experience evaluating technology risks, IT general controls, and technology-enabled business processes.
  • Experience or familiarity with AI governance, responsible AI, AI risk management, model governance, and emerging technology risks.
  • Strong critical thinking, analytical, written, verbal, and executive presentation skills.
Leadership Profile
  • Strategic, growth-minded leader who balances execution with long-term practice development.
  • Collaborative coach who builds trust, develops people, and promotes accountability.
  • Curious, adaptable, and dedicated with sound judgment and a commitment to excellence.
What Success Looks Like
  • Exceptional client service and high-quality outcomes.
  • Future leaders developed and team capabilities strengthened.
  • Meaningful contributions to growth, operational excellence, and culture.

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WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN US

We believe that when our employees are able to thrive in all facets of life, their work and impact are that much greater.
That's right – all aspects of life, not just your life as an employee, because we understand that there's life beyond your job. Here are some of the ways our work works for your life, your growth, and your well-being: 
•    generous time away and paid firm holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s
•    flexible work schedules
•    16 weeks of paid maternity and adoption leave, 8 weeks of paid parental leave, 4 weeks of paid  and caregiver leave (once eligible) 
•    first-class health and wellness benefits, including wellness coaching and mental health counseling
•    one-on-one professional coaching
•    Leadership and career development programs
•    access to Beyond:  a one-of-a kind program with experiences that help you expand your life, personally and professionally

About Elliot Davis

Elliot Davis is an accounting firm that provides a range of services, including audit, tax, and consulting. The company serves clients in a variety of industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, and real estate. Elliot Davis has more than 800 employees and operates offices in several states, including South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia. The company was founded in 1925 and is headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina.
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