Internal Audit Manager

About the role

Internal Audit Manager   The Opportunity   Internal Audit Manager at a Growth-Oriented Energy Company   You will play a key role in assurance of Par’s control environment to the Audit Committee.   You will get exposure to several different regions and their associated products and processes.   You will gain extensive exposure to all departments and processes within Par, including Treasury, Tax, Finance, Commercial, and Retail. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to experience our multi-state operations spanning from Texas and Wyoming to Montana, Washington, and Hawaii.   You will have the opportunity to join our dynamic team at a rapidly expanding company that is flourishing through both organic growth and strategic acquisition. As a member, you will play a pivotal role in overcoming challenges and shaping the future of Par.   Hybrid opportunity with 4 days per week in the office   We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.    Key activities include:   Developing and executing audit plans that assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, recommending the addition of new, removal of antiquated or the modification of controls.   Completing assigned audit engagements by the defined deadline that fall within the audit plan.   Leading the investigations of suspected fraud or misconduct within the Company.   Preparing clear and concise audit reports that effectively communicate audit findings and recommendations, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.   Supporting the execution of the company’s Sarbanes-Oxley compliance program, including but not limited to maintaining the controls documentation repository, coordinating with, and responding to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders, testing controls, reviewing workpapers, evaluating identified testing exceptions and deficiencies, and reporting status/milestone achievements.   Supporting system implementations, process changes and other business initiatives by assessing control implications and recommending appropriate solutions.   Assisting with administering the company’s annual Enterprise Risk Assessment and Fraud Risk Assessment   Applying the methodologies and procedures advocated by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)   Staying abreast of industry trends, audit best practices and regulatory changes   Creating an environment of cooperation with company management that integrates risk awareness and promotes effective internal controls as a part of their processes   Recommending and implementing continuous improvement to better execute audit procedures   Assisting with special projects as assigned by management   Note: This description is intended to give you a general overview of the position. Additional responsibilities and opportunities may be identified based on current business needs.   Qualifications   To meet the basic qualifications for this role, you will have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.   Additional qualifications include:   Bachelor’s degree from an accredited 4-year institution in Accounting, Finance or Business is  required   Advanced degree preferred   One or more of the following professional certifications is  required: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or Chartered Accountant (CA)   Minimum 5 years of relevant business experience with a publicly traded corporation or public accounting firm in areas of internal control and/or internal audit or equivalent  required   Experience leading a team of employees including reviewing their work, providing feedback, answering questions, etc. is  required.   Advanced analytical, organization, and interpersonal skills   Knowledge of industry terminology; understanding of industry contract language  required   Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word, including complex/compound spreadsheets   Experience in leveraging AI-powered tools to increase audit process efficiency, strengthen internal controls, or support other process improvement initiatives   Experience using SOX tools, such as Workiva or Optro (formerly AuditBoard)    SAP experience preferred   A sense of urgency and a result-oriented mentality  required   Strong attention to detail and accuracy   Ability to travel up to 20 percent of the time to domestic field locations, including Hawaii, Washington, Montana, and Wyoming   Fluent in English, both oral and written  required