Internal Audit Manager

DIVE IN TO A NEW CAREER WITH LESLIE'S:    

Leslie’s Pool Supplies is the “World’s Largest Retailer of Swimming Pool Supplies.” With over 1,000 retail stores in 39 states plus Pro, Service, E-Commerce, Production, and Distribution divisions, there are many career opportunities at Leslie’s. With over 60 years of providing the best-in-class products and solutions to our customers, there is nothing that we value more than the development and growth of our team. We strive to create a positive and fun atmosphere where our team members feel valued and are enthusiastic about the contributions they make to the success of Leslie’s.  

Job Overview:

As trusted advisors, Leslie’s Internal Audit is committed to delivering unparalleled expertise, service, and innovative solutions to protect our company, while remaining independent and objective. In accordance with Leslie's Core Beliefs, we work with management to Get it Right and Make it Easy with an attitude of Here to Serve and Have some Fun. The Manager, Internal Audit reports to and works closely with the Chief Audit Executive at Leslie’s in establishing and developing the Internal Audit team to support Internal Audit’s priorities including Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance; strategic, financial, regulatory, technology, and operational audits; and Enterprise Risk Management. This individual will also work closely with Leslie’s internal management team and external co-source partners providing SOX and Internal Audit support.

The ideal candidate must be a proven leader, agent of change influencing resolutions to complex issues, exemplary project manager, credible advisor, and proactive and confident interacting with management and external stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities:

• Risk Assessment – Conduct risk assessments creating the basis for a disciplined risk-based approach to identifying and documenting the priorities for Internal Audit’s annual audit plan and updates. Lead comprehensive risk assessments, scoping, and planning activities for a variety of internal audit projects and ensure that detailed audit work is effectively focused on areas assessed as top risks.
• Performing Audits – Manage planning, execution, and reporting of audit projects, including Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) program, in coordination with co-sourced partner, external audit, control owners and executive management.
• External Audit Activities – Work closely with co-sourced partners and external auditors to ensure successful completion of projects with minimal business impact and with optimal reliance by external auditors on Management’s testing.
• Process Improvement – Serve as the “go-to” person for internal controls and identify ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the business and IT processes, opportunities to eliminate waste, and provide best-practice recommendations.
• Preparing Reports – Ensure that recommendations are clearly presented to and agreed upon by management and that a subsequent audit report is issued promptly. Present audit reports and recommendations to management to ensure all are working toward the same goals and complying with regulations.
• Review and Follow-up Audits – Perform root cause analysis to determine appropriate management actions. Monitor and steward. management's remediation efforts to closure, including review and validation of evidence supporting implementation of agreed upon recommendations.
• Advisory – Lead various special projects and investigations requiring analytical, risk assessment, control design and control rationalization skills as assigned.
• Build collaborative and trusting relationships with auditees, management, and other cross-functional stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of best practices, industry trends, regulatory changes and audit standards both internally and externally and provide conduit for introducing those practices to the company.

Qualifications:

• 5-8 years of experience in the fields of external/ internal audit and/or risk assurance with at least 2 years in a managing role.
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree, preferably with an emphasis in business, accounting, finance or related fields.
• One or more relevant professional certifications (CPA, CFE, CIA, CISA, etc.) strongly preferred.
• Public Accounting or Professional Service firm background preferred.
• Experience leading the planning, execution and reporting on audits of financial statements applying US GAAP.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills and a collaborative approach to management.
• The flexibility to constantly learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven project management skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects; set priorities and timelines; address risks; make recommendations and effectively address issues.
• Able to work cross-functionally to build strong interpersonal relationships across the organization.
• Highly detail oriented, with a strong propensity for high quality work product and willing to challenge current practice, innovate and continuously improve.
• Comfortable presenting to executive-level management.
• Motivated self-starter who works well individually and in teams with latitude for independent judgement.
• Adept with the IIA's professional practices framework / standards, as well as COSO's integrated framework.
• Strong understanding of fundamental business processes, risks, IT general controls, and accounting requirements.
• Experience with data analytics and computer assisted audit tools a plus.
• Experience with D365 ERP a plus.
• Proficient in MS PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Visio, Teams and Outlook.
• Excellent written and verbal English skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Some travel may be required.
• Onsite in office 3 days / week.

Leslie's provides a robust benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive medical, pharmacy, dental, & vision plan options
• Health savings account (with enrollment in the high deductible health plan option)
• Health & dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Company-paid basic life insurance
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability and long-term disability insurance
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) with company match
• Paid sick and bereavement leave
• 10 paid holidays, including a floating personal day
• Employee assistance and wellness programs
• Free onsite health clinic
• Hybrid work schedule
• Product discounts at Leslie’s Retail stores

Leslie’s recognizes a critical component to our continued success is our people. Leslie's is committed to developing and fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion within our company and the communities we serve. A key aspect of building a great team is valuing ideas from many viewpoints, which is why we place a priority on identifying and hiring talented individuals from all backgrounds and perspectives.