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Verano · 3 weeks ago

Manager, Finance - Internal Audit

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Verano is a company focusing on Internal Audit and compliance, and they are seeking a Manager for their Internal Audit function. This role is responsible for overseeing the Sarbanes-Oxley compliance process and evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls while collaborating with various teams to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

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Responsibilities

Lead SOX Program Execution: Manage the annual SOX compliance process, including scoping, walkthroughs, risk and control assessments, testing of key controls, and remediation tracking

Assess Business Process Controls: Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of controls across key financial and operational cycles (e.g., revenue, inventory, procurement-to-pay, payroll, financial close, etc.)

Coordinate External Audit Support: Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors to ensure efficient coordination of control testing and documentation

Drive Continuous Improvement: Recommend practical solutions for identified control gaps, inefficiencies, or process weaknesses; support management in developing and implementing remediation plans

Perform Risk-Based Audits: Plan and execute operational, compliance, and financial audits in accordance with the Global Internal Audit Standards (IIA, 2024)

Support Risk and Compliance Initiatives: Contribute to enterprise and fraud risk assessments and help strengthen Verano’s control-conscious culture

Advise on New Processes and Systems: Provide control design input for new initiatives and system implementations, ensuring compliance and sustainability of control frameworks

Optimize GRC and Automation: Assist with optimization of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) tools (AuditBoard) and explore opportunities to automate testing through analytics, workflow automation, and AI

Deliver Insightful Communication: Present audit findings and recommendations to senior management and process owners clearly and persuasively, both in writing and verbally

Qualification

SOX complianceInternal auditRisk managementBusiness process controlsCPA certificationCIA certificationAuditBoard proficiencyERP systemsAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsProject managementDetail-orientedAdaptability