<p>Our client is seeking an experienced <strong>Internal Audit Manager</strong> to help establish and lead a newly developed in-house internal audit function in <strong>Murfreesboro</strong>, Tennessee. This <strong>contract role</strong> is a unique opportunity for a hands-on audit professional who has successfully built, transformed, or expanded an internal audit program and can partner with executive leadership to create a scalable, risk-focused audit framework.</p><p>The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in <strong>financial, operational, or IT auditing</strong> and possess the ability to develop audit methodologies, assess risk, improve internal controls, and provide meaningful business insights across the organization.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Assist with the development and implementation of a new internal audit function, including audit policies, procedures, and reporting structures.</li><li>Partner with executive leadership to <strong>establish a risk-based audit plan</strong> aligned with organizational objectives.</li><li>Evaluate internal controls, governance practices, and risk management processes across multiple business functions.</li><li>Plan and execute financial, operational, compliance, and/or IT audits as appropriate.</li><li>Identify control deficiencies, operational inefficiencies, and process improvement opportunities.</li><li>Prepare audit reports and present findings, recommendations, and corrective action plans to leadership.</li><li>Track audit findings and monitor remediation efforts to ensure timely resolution.</li><li>Collaborate with business leaders to strengthen internal controls while supporting operational goals.</li><li>Assist in developing audit documentation standards, testing methodologies, and reporting processes.</li><li>Support special projects, investigations, and risk assessments as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>

<ul><li><strong>Bachelor’s degree</strong> in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field.</li><li>7+ years of progressive audit experience within public accounting, internal audit, consulting, or a combination of environments.</li><li>Prior experience helping establish, transform, or bring an internal audit function in-house is strongly preferred.</li><li>Experience in one or more of the following areas:</li><li>Financial Audit</li><li>Operational Audit</li><li>Information Technology (IT) Audit</li><li>Risk Management</li><li>Internal Controls Evaluation</li><li>Strong understanding of audit methodology, risk assessment, and control frameworks.</li><li>Ability to work independently while building relationships across all levels of the organization.</li><li>Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Proven ability to influence process improvements and drive organizational change.</li></ul><p>Preferred Credentials</p><ul><li><strong>CPA, CIA, CISA</strong>, or other relevant professional certification preferred.</li><li>Experience working in complex, multi-entity healthcare, or service-based organizations is a plus.</li></ul><p>Why Consider This Opportunity?</p><ul><li>Rare opportunity to build and shape an internal audit function from the ground up.</li><li>High visibility with executive leadership.</li><li>Opportunity to influence risk management, governance, and operational effectiveness.</li><li><strong>Hybrid work environment in the Murfreesboro area.</strong></li></ul><p><br></p>

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