Internal Audit Manager Job at Aquent (Houston)

Internal Audit Manager

Aquent

Location:
United States , Houston

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

87.00 - 93.00 USD / Hour

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Job Description:

Our client, a large-scale energy and utilities company at the forefront of regional infrastructure development in Houston, TX, is seeking an experienced Internal Audit Manager to join a co-sourced internal audit team on a contract basis. This individual will lead risk-based audit engagements aligned with the approved annual audit plan, oversee audit execution quality, issue audit reports, and support the training and development of assigned staff. This team operates in a dynamic, operationally focused environment — audits are largely built from scratch each year rather than pulled from standard templates. The right candidate is someone who can think critically, connect process failures across the operational chain, and guide a small team through complex engagements with confidence.

Job Responsibility:

Lead and manage internal audit engagements end-to-end — from planning and scoping through fieldwork, reporting, and Management Action Plan follow-up
Develop and maintain relationships with business unit and functional management, serving a trusted advisor on risk, controls, and process improvement
Review and guide test work performed by audit staff
provide coaching and development feedback
Draft, review, and finalize audit reports with clear, actionable findings
Build audit programs from scratch using a risk-based methodology — not templated, year-over- year work
Align engagement scope and resources with enterprise risk priorities and organizational objectives
Sponsor and lead advisory and consultative engagements providing insights on process design and governance
Support use of data analytics and AI within the audit methodology
Coordinate with external auditors where applicable to reduce duplication and promote reliance
Assist with Audit Committee quarterly updates and department-wide administrative responsibilities
Monitor and validate that Management Action Plans are closed in a timely manner
Informally oversee 1–2 staff members depending on active audit assignments

Requirements:

8–10 years of progressive experience in audit, accounting, finance, compliance, or operational disciplines
Demonstrated experience leading audit engagements and managing teams
Operational audit focus strongly preferred — this team’s work centers on gas and electric operations, not SOX/financial reporting
Ability to understand and connect operational process failures across the chain — not just tick-and-tie numbers
Experience building audit programs from scratch in a risk-based environment
Public accounting experience is a plus
utility industry experience is a meaningful differentiator
Oil and gas operational audit background also valued
Strong critical thinking and judgment — must be able to work without a predefined playbook
Excellent written communication skills for audit report drafting and stakeholder messaging
Ability to manage multiple concurrent audit projects and reprioritize as needed
Sound understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and the COSO framework
Familiarity with risk-based audit methodologies and IIA Standards
Discretion and integrity in handling confidential information
SAP (ERP system in use)
TeamMate+ (audit documentation — training provided)
IDEA or Tableau experience is a plus
Bachelor’s degree or MBA in Accounting, Finance, or a related business field — required
CPA, CIA, or other relevant professional certification — required

Nice to have:

Public accounting experience
utility industry experience
Oil and gas operational audit background
IDEA or Tableau experience

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 25, 2026

Work Type:

On-site work

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