Audit Manager Jobs in Houston, TX

Arium Networks builds and operates small cell networks that are shaping the future of wireless connectivity. As demand for faster, more reliable wireless coverage continues to grow, small cell technology is becoming essential to how communities stay connected. Our company brings together an established infrastructure, existing client base, and deep industry expertise, while offering the rare opportunity to step into an early stage environment where your ideas matter and your contributions shape what comes next - helping define how we work, what we build, and how we scale. Joining Arium Networks allows you to grow your career while building technology that will influence how people connect in the years ahead.

ABOUT THE ROLE
The Director, Internal Audit leads the internal audit function, providing independent assurance over the effectiveness of Arium Network’s operations, internal controls, and governance. This role works in partnership with the CFO and Audit Committee, and is responsible for strengthening risk management, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and policies, and identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Own and lead the internal audit function by establishing its vision, methodologies, and standards in alignment with internal and Institute of Internal Auditor (IIA) guidelines.
• Assess and strengthen organizational risk management and controls by identifying key business risks, evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of internal control systems, and implementing structured attestation and testing routines.
• Drive continuous improvement and accountability by recommending control enhancements, ensuring proper documentation, and establishing ongoing monitoring of control processes.
• Lead and oversee the end-to-end internal audit process by planning and executing audits across financial, operational, IT, and compliance areas, ensuring rigorous analysis and high-quality review of findings and actionable outcomes.
• Deliver transparent, independent reporting to senior management and the Audit Committee on audit results, key risk exposures, control deficiencies, and the status of remediation efforts.
• Oversee governance, compliance, and regulatory alignment by ensuring adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Support enterprise risk and organizational initiatives by monitoring emerging regulatory and risk trends and contributing to the Annual Enterprise Risk Plan.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to Arium’s leadership by providing guidance on risk, control, and governance matters, delivering insights to enhance process efficiency and operational effectiveness, and supporting major initiatives.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED
Education / Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related discipline required; master’s degree preferre

Skills and Experience

• Current or former Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification
• 8-10 years of experience within the Finance Organization, Internal Audit or public accountancy organizations; previous experience leading an Internal Audit function preferred
• 5+ years of managerial experience, with direct or matrix-leadership
• Travel to other company locations required, as appropriate for the needs of the business

Where you will work
This role falls into our hybrid work model, which is 2-days work from home (Friday and Monday) and 3-days in the office (Tuesday through Thursday) to optimize collaboration, relationship building and key stakeholder engagement and may require some travel as needed.

Compensation
The pay range offered for this position is $174,400 to $239,800. A candidate’s offer is determined by various factors including but not limited to, depth of experience, role-related knowledge and skills, relevant education or training, internal alignment, and work location. Depending on the position offered, the compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of a discretionary annual cash bonus or commissions, and equity incentives

YOUR COMPANY BENEFITS
At Arium Networks we do our best to ensure you have access to the resources you need to live a healthy and happy life no matter where you are in life. Our benefits are built around your individual needs, covering physical, mental, and financial health and designed to enhance your quality of life.

We are proud to offer a full suite of health and wealth benefits for you and your loved ones. Below are a few of the key highlights of the many benefits we provide.

• Comprehensive healthcare plans with highly company subsidized premiums and annual company contribution to your Health Savings Account (HSA base plan for employee and dependents).
• Market-leading 401(k) plan, which includes up to 10% company contributions through our 5% match and 5% profit sharing program (based on employee contributions).
• New-child leave up to 8 weeks of 100% paid leave upon birth or legal adoption of a new child. Birth mothers are eligible for up to 8 weeks of additional 100% paid medical leave.
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible tuition and fees.
• Generous paid time-off for eligible full-time employees (minimum 18 days per year based on years of service).
• 10 company holidays plus 2 floating holidays.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles County and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

If you are interested in joining our team, please visit the Arium Networks careers site to apply. We do not accept resumes from agencies, headhunters, or other third-party suppliers who have not signed a formal agreement with us. This position will remain posted until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunities
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.