Internal Audit Manager (Global Life-Science Co)

Kforce Inc.

Boston, MA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$125,000–$145,000
SKILLS
Accounting, Auditing, Biology, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, External Audit, Finance, Financial Audit, Financial Operations, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Internal Audit, Leadership, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Multitasking, Operational Audit, Power BI, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, Regulatory Compliance, Risk, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Short Messaging Service (SMS), Staff Development, Tableau, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Boston, MA
POSTED
Today
Kforce has a client in Boston, MA that is seeking an Internal Audit Manager (Confidential - Global Life Sciences Company). This (2-3 days/week in-office; flexible core hours). This is a global, publicly traded life sciences company with $10B+ in revenue and a strong reputation for innovation, collaboration, and employee development. Position Overview: The Internal Audit Manager will play a key role in strengthening the company's risk management and control environment while partnering closely with business leaders across the organization. This role is highly visible and goes beyond traditional audit execution, offering broad exposure to finance and operations in a dynamic, global environment. Responsibilities:
  • Lead financial, operational, and compliance audits from planning through execution and reporting
  • Apply a risk-based approach to identify key risks and evaluate control effectiveness
  • Present audit findings and recommendations to senior leadership in a clear, actionable manner
  • Develop concise, high-quality audit reports focused on business impact and decision-making
  • Partner cross-functionally with stakeholders while maintaining independence and objectivity
  • Supervise and review work of team members and external providers
  • Support annual risk assessments and audit planning processes
  • Participate in SOX and integrated audits across financial and operational areas
  • Leverage data analytics and technology tools to enhance audit effectiveness
  • Drive process improvements within audit and across the broader organization
Company/Position Highlights:
  • Opportunity to join a leading, global life sciences organization
  • Strong bonus + long-term incentive compensation (RSUs/equity)
  • Clear track record of internal mobility across FP&A, Operations, and other finance areas
  • Highly project-based role with exposure beyond traditional SOX/audit work

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • CPA (or equivalent) strongly preferred
  • 5+ years of internal and/or external audit experience (Big 4 required)
  • Strong understanding of audit methodology, internal controls, and risk assessment
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
  • Willingness to travel up to ~20%
Preferred Background:
  • Experience within life sciences, biotech, or a related industry
  • Exposure to operational finance or cross-functional business partnering
  • Experience with data analytics or audit technologies (Power BI, Tableau, etc.)

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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About the Company

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Kforce Inc.

Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services. Our KNOWLEDGEforce® empowers top companies to achieve their digital transformation goals. We curate teams of technical experts who deliver solutions custom-tailored to each client’s needs. These scalable, flexible outcomes are shaped by deep market knowledge, thought leadership and our multi-industry expertise.

 

Our integrated approach is rooted in 60 years of proven success deploying highly skilled professionals on a temporary and direct-hire basis. Each year, approximately 18,000 talented experts work with the Fortune 500 and other leading companies. Together, we deliver Great Results Through Strategic Partnership and Knowledge Sharing®.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1962
WEBSITE
http://www.kforce.com/