Internal Audit Manager - West Bend - The Silver Lining

Description

Internal Audit Manager

Recognized as a Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Top Workplace for 14 consecutive years, including three years of being honored as number one Join us at West Bend, where we believe that our associates are our greatest asset. We hire talented individuals who are conscientious, dedicated, customer focused, and able to build lasting relationships. We create and maintain an environment where you feel a sense of belonging and appreciation. Your diversity of thought, experience, and knowledge are valued. We're committed to fostering a welcoming culture, offering you opportunities for meaningful work and professional growth. More than a workplace, we celebrate our successes and take pride in serving our communities.

Job Summary

We're seeking an experienced Internal Audit Manager to lead and develop a high-performing audit team while driving risk-based audit practices that strengthen governance, controls, and operational resilience. This role offers the opportunity to act as a strategic partner to the business, influence decision-making, and continuously evolve audit methodology in a dynamic environment.

Work Location

This position offers both remote and hybrid work locations. Candidates who reside within 50 miles of an office location (West Bend, Madison, Appleton) will be offered a hybrid work schedule. Candidates who are fully remote (beyond 50 miles) may occasionally be asked to travel to an office location for in-person engagement activities such as team meetings, training, and corporate events.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Make an impact where risk, strategy, and governance meet.

What you'll do:

As an Internal Audit Manager, you'll provide leadership and oversight for audits across IT, financial, and operational areas (based on expertise), ensuring high-quality execution and meaningful, actionable results.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the internal audit charter, mission, vision, and multi-year strategy
• Developing and managing risk-based audit plans and resource schedules
• Supervising, coaching, and mentoring audit staff to support professional growth
• Overseeing audit planning, fieldwork, reporting, and timely completion
• Ensuring appropriate ERM and MAR coverage while collaborating with Compliance, IT Governance, and other assurance functions
• Producing well-supported, clearly articulated audit findings with root-cause analysis and practical remediation guidance
• Partnering with business leaders to address risk and compliance issues effectively
• Tracking and validating management's remediation efforts
• Preparing and presenting reports to senior leadership and the audit committee
• Monitoring emerging risks, regulatory changes, and industry trends
• Driving continuous improvement through innovative audit techniques and technology

What you bring:

• 8+ years of auditing experience, including 3+ years in a supervisory role
• Broad experience across IT, cybersecurity, accounting/finance, and property-casualty operations
• Strong understanding of risk-based auditing, governance, and regulatory requirements
• Demonstrated ability to align audit activities with organizational goals and risk appetite
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple audits and resources effectively
• Commitment to independence, objectivity, and professional standards (IIA, ISACA)

Education & Credentials:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, information systems, or a related field
• Professional certifications preferred: CPA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent
• Insurance-focused designations a plus: CPCU, AINS, or related continuing education

Why join us:

You'll join a collaborative, forward-thinking internal audit function that values curiosity, ethical leadership, and continuous improvementwhile offering meaningful exposure to senior leadership and enterprise-wide risk initiatives.

Salary Statement

The salary range for this position is $123,659-$154,574. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity. Compensation decisions are made by West Bend and are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

Benefits

West Bend offers a comprehensive benefit plan including but not limited to:

• Medical & Prescription Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and Accidental Death & Disability
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Time Off. Standard first year PTO is 17 days, pro-rated based on month of hire. Enhanced PTO may be available for experienced candidates
• Bonus eligible based on performance
• West Bend will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for Colorado employees, in accordance with its plans and policies.

EEO

West Bend provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, and promotion.