Senior Manager, Internal Audit

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the

Benefits

of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise. Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success.

We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members.

About The Role

: The Internal Audit Manager is a key member of the Internal Audit function, responsible for leading and delivering operational audits, supporting SOX compliance, and contributing to the enterprise risk assessment and management program. This role partners closely with business leaders and cross-functional teams and manages third-party audit resources as needed, to provide independent, objective assurance and strategic insight that strengthens internal controls, improves operational efficiency, and supports sound risk management across the organization.

What You'Ll Do

: Support the Head of Internal Audit in conducting Enterprise Risk Assessment and Management, including risk identification, prioritization, and ongoing monitoring of the organization's risk profile. Contribute to risk dashboards, heat maps, and board-level reporting that communicate the organization's risk landscape and audit program status. Align the annual internal audit plan with enterprise risk priorities, ensuring coverage reflects the most significant areas of organizational exposure.

Develop risk-based audit plans and oversee end-to-end execution across functions including finance, operations, supply chain, IT, and compliance - from scoping through reporting and remediation tracking Draft clear, executive-quality audit reports and present findings and recommendations to senior leadership and the Audit Committee. Assist the SOX program lead with testing and documentation of assigned controls, coordinating with process owners and external auditors on walkthroughs and evidence requests as needed. Manage third-party audit and co-source providers - overseeing scope, deliverables, timelines, and quality of work product.

Build and maintain strong relationships with business stakeholders and serve as a collaborative partner to leadership across the organization. Leverage AI tools and emerging technologies to enhance audit planning, testing, and analysis, contributing to continuous improvement of the internal audit function. What You Need: We are looking for an experienced Technology Manager to join our Internal Audit team and take a leading role in managing and executing the company's IT audit initiatives.

As a successful candidate, you will bring: 9+ years of progressive internal audit experience in either Big 4 public accounting, and/or in industry, including at least 3-5 years of supervisory responsibility. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. CPA, CISA, CISM and/or CISSP certifications preferred Experience with SAP or Oracle Deep understanding of manufacturing operations, inventory valuation, and cost accounting Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, collaborate cross-functionally, and meet tight deadlines Strong analytical, problem solving and financial troubleshooting skills Demonstrated influencing skills including the ability to explain complex topics in simple terms and inspire transformational improvement in internal controls Excellent written & verbal communication and presentation skills A high level of energy and ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic business environments, with a demonstrated track record of excelling under pressure while maintaining an accountable, collaborative, positive environment.