Audit Manager

Job Title: Audit Manager



Location: Nashville TN



Duration: Long Term



Rate: $170/hr. on 1099



Client: TN DOT



Role ID: 65292






Responsibilities:



Position: Audit Manager



Work Location: Expected to be Hybrid 3 days per week (typically Monday through Wednesday)



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-

to-end audits (performance audits, agreed-upon procedures, advisory engagements)

with proven ability to meet timelines and quality standards.

Experience in risk assessment, audit planning, and reporting to senior leadership.

Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop audit staff, fostering technical and

professional growth.





Certifications:





Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) required.

Additional certifications strongly preferred: Certified Information Systems Auditor

(CISA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or

Certified Forensic Accountant (CrFA).





Standards & Methodology Expertise:





Deep understanding of Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS/Yellow Book) and

IIA IPPF standards.

Familiarity with COSO internal control framework and government compliance

requirements.





Technical Skills:





Proficiency in audit management software (e.g., Diligent), Microsoft 365 tools

(SharePoint, Teams), and data analytics/reporting platforms (Excel, Power BI ACL).

Ability to leverage analytics to enhance audit coverage and efficiency.





Leadership & Communication Competencies:





Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple audits concurrently,

resolve issues, and escalate risks effectively.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills for report writing, presentations, and stakeholder engagement.

High integrity, independence, and commitment to professional ethics and confidentiality.