Internal Audit Manager

OUR CULTURE AND VALUES

We are guided by our passion to transform the way we power our world. Achieving our goals requires creativity, diversity of ideas and backgrounds, and building trust to effect change and move with speed.

We are Leading

Fluence currently has thousands of MW of energy storage projects operated or awarded worldwide in addition to the thousands of MW of projects managed by our trading platform—and we are growing every day.

We are Responsible

Fluence is defined by its unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and integrity.

We are Agile

We achieve our goals and meet our customer’s needs by cultivating curiosity, adaptability, and self-reflection in our teams.

We are Fun

We value the diversity in thought and experience of our coworkers and customers. Through honest, forthcoming, and respectful communications we work to ensure that Fluence is an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. 

ABOUT THE POSITION

Do others come to you for your subject matter expertise? Are you excited by the challenge of working in a start-up atmosphere with a purpose? Do you enjoy building positive working relationships with business stakeholders and enjoy teaching them how to improve their processes by embracing a controls-oriented mindset? Are you interested in working on a variety of projects across all functions (e.g., accounting, supply chain, operations, cybersecurity, human resources) of a rapidly growing company? 

The Internal Audit Manager will report to the Internal Audit Director and will be responsible for executing the internal audit plan in a fast-growing company. This position will work closely with the first and second lines of defense across the organization in delivering the internal audit plan. The primary purpose of this role is Internal Audit (75%), but there is potential to support the SOX program and other initiatives (up to 25%). This role will enhance and protect organizational value by providing risk-based and objective assurance, advice and insight.

As an Internal Audit Manager, you will support the Director and Senior Director to:

• Facilitate the enterprise-wide risk assessment and assist in developing an audit plan to address high-risk areas within the company’s corporate and regional operations. Monitor changes in risk and proactively identify areas Internal Audit should review. 
• Design risk-based audit programs from scratch outlining audit procedures to address the risks identified for each audit.
• Manage and execute audit programs (without prior workpapers) through all phases (planning, fieldwork, reporting) for strategic, financial, operational, compliance, and information technology audits and advisory engagements in accordance with the approved audit plan and IIA standards.
• Manage internal audit team members and 3rd party providers.
• Design and perform data analytics to support the Internal Audit functions growth in continuous monitoring and other data-driven insights.
• Identify and document audit findings, make recommendations that strengthen controls and improve processes, and collaborate with stakeholders on remediation action plans.
• Prepare audit reports that are accurate, clear, and concise.
• Conduct SOX walkthroughs, perform control design assessments, provide management control design and enhancement recommendations, and perform control testing. 
• Conduct ad hoc assessments or projects as required.
• Build effective working relationships and trust with business partners across the organization.
• Provide key business insights and other inputs relating to the company’s rapidly evolving environment into the audit planning process and ongoing risk management processes.
• Demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset, including identifying and integrating best practices. 

What will you bring to Fluence?

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Risk Management or related discipline
• CIA, CPA, CISA or applicable certification preferred
• 6+ years of total experience, preferably with relevant work experience from public accounting (Big 4 preferred) and/or similar internal audit roles within high-growth organizations
• Experience working in the industrial, manufacturing, construction or utility industry is preferred, renewable energy or energy storage experience a plus
• Strong understanding of SOX, COSO framework, and PCAOB standards
• Strong data analysis skills required - experience with PowerBI a plus
• Experience with SAP a plus
• Risk management, including Technology Risk Management, Fraud Risk Management, or Enterprise Risk Management experience is a plus
• Experience in end-to-end audit cycle management and the ability to independently operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while managing multiple projects / initiatives
• Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including listening, written and presentation skills, with the ability to be effective at all levels of management
• Must be a strong team player and self-starter

To support our teams and their families beyond the workplace, Fluence provides an outstanding 

benefits package effective day one of employment! 

Fluence provides medical benefits, employee resource group opportunities, 401K options and first-rate PTO/Vacation plans for valuable work life balance. 

🔋ERG Opportunities #diversity 

🔋Unlimited PTO 

🔋Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Pet Insurance 

🔋Generous 401K Match 

🔋Annual Bonus Incentive 

Questions? Message your Talent Acquisition Partner Directly: 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/quinnjennifer/ 

Fluence IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status.