Manager, Internal Audit

The Team We are seeking a manager to join American Toweru2019s Global Internal Audit (GIA) team. Reporting to the Vice President of Global Internal Audit, you will lead assurance activities across the companyu2019s portfolio of processes and controls (including both Sarbanes-Oxley, u201cSOXu201d and financial / operating controls). Specifically, the Manager will oversee assigned cycle controls and will execute operational audit projects of various scopes / types across the companyu2019s portfolio of processes and locations. Together with all the leaders within GIA, you will also have the responsibility to motivate and develop the staff reporting directly to you. This role involves overseeing audit projects, promoting ethical conduct, and providing strategic guidance to management on robust control implementation and risk mitigation. The Manager is responsible for resource planning and management associated with the completion of scheduled audits and assigned special projects, ensuring they are conducted in accordance with applicable procedures and standards. What You Need to Succeed + Six to eight years of experience in positions of increasing responsibility for financial and operational auditing or business operations preferred. + A minimum of two years supervisory experience required. + Spanish language proficiency is a plus. + Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or business administration required; Masteru2019s degree preferred + Certified Public Accountant, Chartered Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor or Certified Information Systems Auditor required. + Strong relationship-development skills result in long-term, mutually beneficial client relationships. + Self-motivated; able to both work independently to complete tasks and respond to department requests and collaborate with others to utilize their resources and knowledge to identify quality solutions. + Strong organization, planning and project management skills; ability to prioritize tasks for self and team to meet requirements and deadlines. + Ability to work in a time-sensitive and high volume environment + Ability to identify key contacts for follow up; excellent ability to communicate project and status updates to team and cross-functionally to ensure understanding. + Good strategic and problem solving skills to effectively influence decision making in key negotiations + Strong understanding of financial and operational business processes and related controls. + Strong project management and organizational skills. + Ability to interact well with management at all levels as well as external parties who have audit- related questions. + Detail orientated, ability to multitask and meet deadlines + Superior analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. + Outstanding interpersonal, oral and written communication, and collaboration skills + Experience with ORACLE, Microsoft Office, AuditBoard and PowerBI + Knowledge of GAAP, Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission, and Internal Auditing Standards. + Approximately 10-15% travel throughout assigned territory will be required in support of the positionu2019s responsibilities.Ability to work with different functional groups and levels of employees to effectively and professionally achieve results. What You Can Offer Us + Create and manage the overall audit scope, strategy, budget, plan, and approach for audits, with specific focus on assigned global audit functional areas. + Oversee all assigned audit projects, including the analysis of business data and company systems for functionally assigned areas. + Build expertise in assigned areas and effectively manage the associated stakeholders. Function as a subject matter expert for the area by reviewing audit scopes, test plans, and results for audits assigned. + Promote a culture of ethical awareness and conduct across the company, serving as an advisor to management on implementing strong controls, mitigating risks, and addressing governance issues. + Assist in setting the strategic direction for a value-focused Internal Audit department, including functional testing methodology and global best practices. + Own the assigned portion of the SOX-404 process, including the timely completion of scoping, planning, walkthroughs, testing and status reporting. + Monitor work papers for quality and ensure work performed is clearly documented and meets established standards. + Oversee external resources engaged for staff augmentation and/or as subject matter experts and consultants. + Communicate audit findings to management in well written reports and manage follow-up on audit issues to ensure closure of action plans. + Manage follow-up on open audit issues and work agreements to ensure closure of action plans. + Lead or participate in cross-functional efforts to improve operations for assigned functional areas drive key initiatives and global best practices. This could include project task forces, IT initiatives, corporate-wide initiatives, and/or process excellence teams. + Maintain strong global business relationships to ensure awareness of changes to business risk profiles and educate and promote control awareness and accountability. + Provide global perspective in order to develop best practices in application of policies and controls. + Lead or supervise confidential audits or fraud investigations. + Maintain a strong working relationship with external auditors to foster seamless communication and coordination of GIAu2019s audit work with them. + Lead or supervise confidential audits or fraud investigations. + Supervise and manage the performance of Senior Auditors and Staff Auditors. + Provide disciplined performance management for team. Define and communicate annual goals, perform formal and informal performance reviews, and ensure changes and updates are communicated in a timely and professional manner. + Create strong collaborative team environment. + Recruit, develop, and retain staff, partnering with Senior Management, Recruiting, and Human Resources. This includes on-boarding and orientation for new hires. + Proactively identify and resolve personnel issues in conjunction with Human Resources. + Other duties as assigned. American Tower is a global digital infrastructure company serving customers through tower sites and other real estate solutions that support connectivity and opportunity, focused on achieving our vision of Building a More Connected World. Our success is rooted in the potential of our people and the power of local teams at our offices and sites across 25 countries. We are one of the largest global Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and a publicly traded (NYSE:AMT), Fortune 500 Company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. The next decade will be an exciting time as we evolve our infrastructure to meet tomorrowu2019s needs and position our people to elevate their impact, their potential, and our shared success. Come grow your career with us For more information about how American Tower is building a more connected world, visit American Tower is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, creed, religion, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, familial status, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, reproductive decisions, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. American Tower is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Placement within the salary range is based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, skills, certifications, job level, and location. For U.S.-based candidates only, please see the base salary range for this position listed below. This position is also eligible for annual bonus, and annual equity award and participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). For candidates outside of the U.S., salary and benefits are based upon local market practice. American Tower also offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes healthcare coverage, a 401(k) savings plan, paid time off, company holidays, sick leave, parental leave, and access to an Employee Assistance Program focused on mental and financial wellness, please click here ( to learn more. Requisition ID : 2433

Created: 2026-03-16