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Dutch Bros Coffee · 1 day ago

Manager, Internal Audit

Tempe, AZ

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

6+ years exp

Dutch Bros Coffee is a fun-loving company that makes a difference one cup at a time. The Manager of Internal Audit plays a key role in building and scaling the Internal Audit function, focusing on SOX execution and enhancing business process controls while supporting the company's growth.

CoffeeFood and BeverageRestaurants

Culture & Values

Responsibilities

Lead business process SOX risk assessments, scoping, and control rationalization in partnership with the Head of Internal Audit

Own and maintain business process documentation, including narratives, flowcharts, and control descriptions

Maintain a working understanding of IT General Controls and automated controls to support overall ICFR oversight

Oversee SOX testing for business process controls and review ITGC and automated control results

Identify control gaps and partner with stakeholders on practical remediation

Ensure appropriate Information Produced by the Entity (IPE) is identified and supported for audit purposes

Co-develop and execute the annual SOX and audit plan, including walkthroughs, testing, and reporting

Oversee SOX execution in Workiva (Wdesk), including RCMs, testing, dashboards, and key reports

Communicate findings and insights clearly to business leaders

Identify opportunities to simplify and improve audit processes as the organization scales

Lead operational, compliance, and risk-based audits as the function expands beyond SOX

Serve as the primary liaison with the SOX co-source partner, aligning on scope, timing, and execution

Lead walkthroughs and audit discussions with confidence and approachability

Coach stakeholders on control design, audit readiness, and risk mitigation

Promote a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement

Qualification

SOX ComplianceInternal AuditIT General ControlsCPACIAWorkiva (Wdesk)JudgmentCommunication SkillsCollaboration

Required

6+ years of experience in SOX, Internal Audit, or public accounting with a business process focus

BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Working knowledge of IT General Controls and automated controls

Experience managing external auditors or co-sourced providers

Strong communication skills, sound judgment, and a collaborative mindset

Ability to evaluate risk holistically, prioritize what matters most, and apply judgment beyond checklist compliance

Strong understanding of end-to-end business processes and how controls support operational and financial objectives in a scaling organization

Sound professional judgment in ambiguous situations, including scoping decisions, issue evaluation, and remediation trade-offs

Ability to drive alignment, accountability, and change through partnership rather than enforcement

Skill in translating technical audit and SOX concepts into concise, practical insights for business leaders

Comfort operating in evolving environments, adjusting approaches as the business, systems, and risk profile change

Ability to identify inefficiencies and design scalable, sustainable solutions rather than one-off fixes

Strong sense of ownership, follow-through, and personal accountability for outcomes and quality

Must be able to work in a busy, crowded, and loud office with frequent distractions and interruptions

Must be able to collaborate in-person with occasional impromptu in-person meetings

Adaptability to typical office conditions, which may include exposure to air conditioning, heating, artificial lighting, and varying noise levels

Ability to sit, stand, reach, twist, stretch, and work at a desk for long stretches. Must be able to occasionally move or lift office items up to 25 pounds

Hearing must be sufficient or correctable to ensure clear understanding of spoken information, including participating in virtual meetings and phone calls. Use of hearing aids or other assistive devices is acceptable if needed

Ability to read and write in English is essential for processing documents, drafting reports, and following up on necessary actions. Proficiency in written communication is required to handle job-related tasks effectively

Vision must be adequate or correctable to perform essential job duties, such as reading documents on a computer screen and using other visual tools. Use of corrective lenses or other measures to meet visual requirements is expected if needed

Must be proficient in operating a computer and other office productivity tools such as printers, scanners, and collaboration software

Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with team members, clients, and other stakeholders via email, video conferencing, and other in office communication tools