Risk and Audit Manager

We are currently hiring a Full-Time Risk and Audit Manager in Boston, MA.

The Risk and Audit Manager leads multiple, interdependent functions—including the Company’s Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), and Operational Audits—to strengthen our overall control environment and inform executive decision‑making. The role sets multi‑year objectives and work plans, establishes audit plan priorities and risk ratings, and influences company‑wide policies and control standards through audit insights. This position partners closely with the Director of Internal Audit, provides governance for Business Continuity practices, coordinates with external auditors at a program level, collaborates with and reports to leadership frequently. The Manager oversees day‑to‑day activities of an analyst(s) and co-op (dotted‑line/indirect), ensuring high‑quality execution across programs.

What You'll Brew: 

Strategic Program Leadership & Governance

• Participate in the integrated strategy and annual plan for SOX/ICFR, ERM, and Operational Audits, translating enterprise risks and objectives into multi‑year roadmaps, operational objectives, and performance measures

• Lead the continued evolution of the ERM program (framework, risk appetite, KRI dashboards, reporting cadence) and ensure risk intelligence informs planning, investments, and control priorities

• Serve in a governance role for Business Continuity, aligning risk scenarios, controls, testing, and response expectations across functions

Enterprise Risk Management & Operational Audit

• Lead and maintain the enterprise risk management program, ensuring risks are identified, assessed, monitored, and reported to senior leadership

• Lead quarterly ELT/XLT risk reviews; synthesize top risks, trends, and KRIs into decision‑ready insights; recommend risk responses and control investments

• Partner with business leaders to drive mitigation of financial, operational, compliance, and technology risks

• Set the risk‑based operational audit plan (themes, scope, depth); oversee planning, fieldwork, issue validation, and follow‑up; present findings and value‑oriented recommendations to leadership

• Continuously improve audit methodologies and leverage data analytics to enhance efficiency and effectiveness

• Provide consultative guidance on process optimization and control design, influencing company‑wide policies and governance standards through audit insights and trend analysis

• Deliver clear, concise reporting on audit results, risks, and mitigation status to Senior Management and the Audit Committee  

• Lead special projects, investigations, or executive requested reviews requiring audit or risk expertise

Leadership Responsibilities 

• Provide day‑to‑day direction, standards, and first‑line quality oversight for the analyst(s), and co‑op; coach, mentor, and elevate team capabilities while the formal reporting line remains to the Director

• Set expectations for methodology, documentation quality, timelines, and risk/issue escalation; ensure consistent application across all workstreams

What Ingredients You'll Bring: 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Master’s Degree in Accounting or Masters in Business and Administration

• 5-10 years of audit experience, at least 3 to 7 years public accounting and auditing (“Big 4” or large regional) experience or corporate Internal Audit experience working in the manufacturing or consumer products industry

• Experienced in all aspects of the audit process, including the COSO framework; Information Technology; knowledge of accounting policies and procedures including GAAP, FASB and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications and enterprise accounting systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA or CIA Professional Designation

• Industry or manufacturing experience

• SAP ERP experience

• AI and Technology Literacy

• Advanced analytics/Power BI

• Cybersecurity risk fundamentals

• Executive communication

Level: 5

At the Boston Beer Company and in accordance with pay transparency laws, we are open about our salary ranges. For this role, the salary range is between $121,000 and $190,000. However, it’s important to note that where the person hired starts in this range is dependent on their related experience, skillset and location. Additionally, this position qualifies for a discretionary annual bonus based on company and individual performance, and certain sales roles might include a car allowance.

Some Perks: 

Our people are our most important “ingredient.” We hire the best talent; and we reward, develop, and retain them too.

In addition to generous healthcare on day one, stock purchase plan, 401k and more, Full-Time Boston Beer Coworkers have the following perks available*:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Fertility/adoption support
• Free financial coaching
• Health & wellness program and discounts
• Professional development & training
• Free beer!

*Talk to your recruiter about eligibility

The Boston Beer Company may use AI-enabled tools to assist with identifying qualified candidates and streamline recruiting operations. These tools help us improve efficiency and consistency. All hiring decisions are made thoughtfully by recruiters and hiring teams. We regularly evaluate our processes to promote fairness, reduce bias, and comply with applicable laws.

To ensure the integrity of the evaluation, please refrain from using AI-generated enhancements during your phone and virtual interviews. If we discover that you have used such enhancements without authorization or prior disclosure, you may be disqualified from the hiring process. External AI tools may not be used to transcribe or record the interview at any time. This ensures your privacy, and Boston Beer's confidential information are protected.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Fair Chance Ordinance and the CA Fair Chance Act.

Boston Beer Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to help ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who wish to request accommodation in the job application process can contact [email protected] for assistance.