Sr. Manager Internal Audit

Overview

ADTRAN is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Manager, Internal Audit to support and enhance the company's global internal audit function. This position is responsible for developing, leading, and executing a risk-based internal audit program that provides independent and objective assurance regarding the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control processes.

The Senior Manager will partner with business and functional leaders across the organization to identify and evaluate risks, assess the effectiveness of controls, support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance efforts, and recommend operational improvements. This role also plays a key part in advancing the organization's Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) initiatives and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Duties and Responsibilities

Internal Audit Leadership

• Support the development and execution of the annual risk-based internal audit plan.
• Provide leadership, coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback to internal audit team members and co-sourced resources.
• Drive continuous improvement of audit methodologies, tools, and processes, including the use of data analytics and artificial intelligence technologies.
• Identify and assess emerging business, financial, operational, compliance, and technology risks.
• Support the ongoing development and execution of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) program.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to management on governance, risk, and internal control matters.

Audit Planning and Execution

• Lead audit engagements from planning through reporting and follow-up activities.
• Perform risk assessments and develop audit programs tailored to business objectives and identified risks.
• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of financial, operational, compliance, and information technology controls.
• Review audit workpapers and testing documentation to ensure quality, accuracy, and adherence to professional standards.
• Prepare and communicate clear, concise, and actionable audit reports and recommendations.
• Monitor implementation of corrective actions and validate remediation efforts.

SOX Compliance and External Audit Support

• Lead and support SOX Section 404 risk assessments, control testing, and compliance activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on control simplification, standardization, harmonization, and optimization.
• Coordinate and maintain effective working relationships with external auditors.
• Support management's evaluation of internal control over financial reporting and related compliance requirements.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Develop strong partnerships with stakeholders across global business functions.
• Communicate audit results, risk assessments, and recommendations effectively to leadership at all levels.
• Support executive reporting requirements and preparation of Audit Committee materials.
• Demonstrate executive presence and influence through effective communication and collaboration.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Eight (8) or more years of experience in internal audit, public accounting, or a combination of audit, finance, and information technology roles.
• Demonstrated leadership and project management experience.
• Strong knowledge of SOX compliance, U.S. GAAP, COSO Internal Control Framework, and risk management principles.
• Professional certification such as CPA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent, or active progress toward certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a global, publicly traded company environment.
• Experience working with ERP systems and data analytics tools.
• IT audit, cybersecurity, or technology risk management experience.
• MBA or other advanced business-related degree.
• Experience leveraging analytics, automation, or AI-enabled audit tools.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong strategic thinking and risk assessment capabilities.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all organizational levels.
• High degree of professional integrity, objectivity, and sound judgment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic global environment.

Working Conditions

• Hybrid work environment based in Huntsville, Alabama.
• Up to 10% travel, including occasional international travel.