Harbingermotors
Internal Audit Manager
Garden Grove, CA. Posted 7 months ago
The role
The Internal Audit Manager will build and lead the internal audit function. This person will strengthen internal controls, improve operational efficiency, and support audit readiness.
What you will do
- Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of internal controls over financial reporting
- Prepare the organization for SOX compliance
- Partner with external auditors to support audit execution
- Develop and execute a risk-based internal audit plan
- Conduct audits across key functions including manufacturing, inventory, procurement, revenue, and IT systems
- Identify control gaps, inefficiencies, and process improvement opportunities
- Establish enterprise risk assessment processes and maintain a dynamic risk register
- Provide recommendations to leadership on mitigating operational and financial risks
- Drive standardization and documentation of key business processes
- Support special projects including system implementations and new product/process launches
Required qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 6–10+ years of experience in internal audit, external audit, or a combination
- Strong knowledge of SOX compliance, internal controls, and audit methodologies
- Demonstrated ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth or startup environment
Nice to have
- Big 4 experience strongly preferred
- Experience in a manufacturing, automotive, or hardware environment preferred
- CPA, CIA, or equivalent certification
- Experience supporting IPO readiness or public company compliance
- Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP) and data analytics tools
- Experience auditing inventory, cost accounting, and supply chain processes
Benefits
- Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered
- Early-stage Stock Options
- Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave
- Annual Vacation Bonus
- Wellness & Fertility Benefits
- Cell Phone Stipend
- Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens
About the company
Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company. Their team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts aims to bring a first-of-its-kind EV platform to support medium-duty EVs and Hybrids.