Internal Audit Manager

Internal Audit Manager

Ducommun's
Internal Audit department is an independent function responsible for providing
assurance and advisory services across the Company's businesses and operations.
Internal Audit is a critical component of Ducommun's control and risk
management infrastructure. The department seeks to attract and develop
best-in-class talent from multi-disciplinary backgrounds including finance,
technology, accounting and operations. The Manager of Internal Audit helps lead the various aspects of the department's risk assessment, assurance and advisory activities, including audit planning and execution, and contributing to strategic initiatives. Successful candidates will demonstrate a
strong understanding of manufacturing environments, build strong working
relationships with business partners, and deliver value added services which
strengthen the risk and control environment.

Who are we?

Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed.

Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications.

Job Summary

• Assist with performing risk assessments to support annual operational audits, Sarbanes Oxley 404 (SoX) controls testing and special projects as assigned. Coordinates with the Senior Director of Internal Audit and executive management in the preparation of the annual audit plan based on a detailed risk assessment and changing operational and business needs.
• Assists the Senior Director of Internal Audit in defining the scope, methodology, and detailed work plan of all audits, consultations, SoX assessments, and other projects using various methods appropriate for the project.
• Manages and directs a team of internal auditors, including outside service providers to ensure project goals are achieved.
• Coaches, mentors, and trains direct reports to prepare them for other roles within the company.
• Ensures the work product of direct reports, outside service providers, temporary employees, and other team members, depending on the project, is performed in accordance with acceptable audit standards, plans, budgets and schedules.
• Proactively identifies and assesses the impact of changing business and emerging risks and suggests changes to controls, audit plans, and/or in scope SoX processes to address the risk.
• Identifies and socializes issues and improvement opportunities with appropriate stakeholders to ensure needed process and control improvements are made.
• Responsible to communicate audit project results, audit recommendations, and agreed upon corrective actions to the Senior Director of Internal Audit, management and external auditors.
• Facilitates the work of external auditors as needed, including direct assistance as agreed with the external audit firm.
• Establishes and implements Internal Audit standards and processes, considering efficiency and effectiveness, and industry best practices.
• Promotes awareness of Company processes, internal controls, SoX requirements and Internal Audit responsibilities with all stakeholders.
• Maintains effective working relations with external auditors and various levels of management as a key audit contact for the Company.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting/Business or related field and a minimum of 4+ years public accounting and/or internal audit experience combined, Big 4 experience a plus.
• Professional certification is required (e.g. CPA/CISA/CIA).
• SoX or similar controls testing and review experience required.
• Strong quantitative skills, intellectual curiosity and healthy skepticism
• Advanced problem solving and analytical skills with proven ability to identify control issues and financial and operational risk within a business process and recommend improvements.
• Proven ability to self-manage and prioritize strict deadlines. Multi-task multiple timelines, resources and multiple project assignments for self and team.
• Strong oral and written communications skills, to include process flowcharting, and a proven track record of effectively building a strong team and solid relationships with all levels of management in a positive and proactive manner.
• Demonstrated knowledge of compliance standards and proven experience keeping up to date with industry and regulatory changes and professional standards.
• Prior direct report managerial experience is required.
• Proficient in MS Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of ERP systems.
• Ability to travel 5-10% of the year.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Veterans/Disabled

600 Anton Blvd, Suite 1100
Costa Mesa, California, 92626
United States