Manager, Internal Audit Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of manager, internal audit. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for strategic direction and contribute to the continuous improvement of the SOX and internal audit function, including the implementation of leading practices.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Proficient in MS Office applications including Excel and Visio
• CPA/CIA or similar professional designation
• Experienced in financial and/or internal controls matters involving any component of an entity’s financial reporting infrastructure (e.g., revenue cycle, period-end financial close procedures)
• Remotely work with the Corporate Internal Audit team in Durham to plan, perform, and communicate the results of audit procedures, including the presentation of findings and recommendations to business process owners and upper management
• Assist with managing outsourced service providers by providing guidance on testing methodologies, providing feedback during reviews of audit workpapers and audit reports
• Experience with audit analysis software preferred
• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills in forecasting and analyzing variances to ensure accurate reporting
• Fantastic benefits

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the manager, internal audit position.

Previously, I was responsible for subject matter expertise, technical principles, expert judgment, and cross-functional expertise to independently address a broad range of complex problems.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Detailed knowledge of a variety of business processes and the associated accounting requirements
• Can understand, document, and evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of complex business processes
• Experience recommending effective and realistic solutions to remediate process or control weaknesses
• Approaches work in a methodical fact-based manner and uses strong analytical skills and data analysis to identify significant problems and opportunities
• Self-motivated, action-oriented, and results-driven individual who develops excellent working relationships with colleagues, process owners and other stakeholders
• Displays high levels of integrity, objectivity and impartiality
• Proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Visio and audit software
• Extensive knowledge of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards, COSO internal control framework, enterprise risk management principles, and U.S. GAAP

In response to your job posting for manager, internal audit, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for recommendations and suggest new policies and procedures to improve operations and processes and achieve compliance with quality and processes standards (SOX, PCAOB, etc.).

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Working knowledge of GAAP, FASB and Sarbanes-Oxley
• Previous manufacturing-related accounting experience preferred
• Knowledge of CAATS (IDEA or Excel) is beneficial
• Experience in situations requiring tact and diplomacy and negotiation
• Motivated by making things better
• Certification such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is preferred
• Knowledge and experience in auditing internal controls in accordance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements is preferred
• Knowledge of Access, ACL, IDEA, and GRC software is preferred

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the manager, internal audit position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for high quality, professional day-to-day oversight of internal audit engagements and projects in line with firm practices while interacting with multiple clients.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Prior history of working with SOX testing methodologies, COSO framework, and PCAOB standards
• FMCG or consumer/ retail experience is desirable
• Time management, organisation and project management skills
• ACCA or ACA post-qualification experience in Internal and External Audit
• Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint )
• Extensive knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SOX internal control standards
• Experience conducting ICFR walkthroughs and the testing effectiveness of controls
• Quickly grasps complex processes, Strong analytical and problem solving

In response to your job posting for manager, internal audit, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for constant alignment and timely communication to SOX stakeholders at all levels on audit planning, methodology, schedules, requests/follow-ups and deficiency analysis/remediation.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Employee Engagement Survey scores
• Time reporting (audit engagement budgets)
• Planning, auditing and testing controls in selected audit areas, ensuring compliance with the Financial Control Framework, delivering a portfolio of predetermined Sarbanes Oxley, risk based audits and project assurance assignments and also performing other Internal Audit procedures
• Assessing risk and making recommendations for remediation and improvement
• Producing excellent working papers and drafting clear, concise reports and obtaining management responses prior to their finalisation
• Assisting with the preparation of the annual internal audit plan
• Assessing risk levels for current and new processes in the business
• Performing follow-up audits to ensure appropriate action plans raised in both internal and external audit reports have been implemented and are operationally effective