Internal Audit Manager at Cedar Point

The Internal Audit Manager will be responsible for leading a team of full-time (up to two) and seasonal auditors (up to four) to execute the annual audit and compliance plan as developed by the Director of Audit and Compliance. The primary objective of the job is to evaluate key risks and promote the control environment of Six Flags Entertainment Corporation throughout the integration period and beyond. The individual in this role will also be a key contributor to department modernization efforts, focusing on developing robust, sustainable audit plans using artificial intelligence and analytics.

Audit Planning and Execution

• Lead and perform audits of financial, operational, IT, and compliance controls. Oversee test preparation and review efforts over key internal controls within financial cycles of revenue, accounts payable, financial close and reporting, and entity level controls, ensuring adherence to Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements. (15%)

• Develop and execute the annual internal audit plan, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic goals and risk assessment. (10%)

• Serve as liaison to external auditor in promoting contributions to the integrated audit. (5%)

Team Leadership and Supervision

• Manage, mentor, and develop internal audit staff, including assigning responsibilities, reviewing work, and providing feedback. (5%)

• Supervise seasonal audit interns (up to 4) throughout key operational audit program which covers food & beverage, rides, aquatic, security, human resources, and work force management during the peak operating season (May – September) (10%)

• Promote a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the audit team. (5%)

Technology and Innovation

• Leverage audit management software and data analytics tools to improve audit efficiency and effectiveness. (5%)

• Explore and implement AI-driven solutions to enhance audit quality and coverage. (10%)

• Develop competency as a super user of internal audit governance, risk, and compliance software (Diligent One)

Enterprise Risk Management

• Develop risk assessment and charter around the following value-add audit enhancement projects: segregation of duties within ERP and key systems analysis, fraud risk assessment, document process flow diagrams, full cycle internal control assessments, and building documentation around internal controls newly identified by management

Technical Accounting Audits: Mergers / Acquisitions

• Engineer audit plans to cover internal controls over purchase price accounting and the opening balance sheet (5%)

• Audit organization integration / harmonization milestones through Secure System Development Lifecycle program (5%)

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Intelligence & Analytics. Master's degree preferred
• 6-8 years of work-related experience is required
• 1-3 years of supervisory/leadership experience
• 20% travel requirement