Operational Audit Engagement Mgr

Job Posting End Date

04-15-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

In this role you'll identify, evaluate, and communicate opportunities to mitigate risk, strengthen controls, and enhance customer value as a subject matter expert, managing role over multiple audit projects.

Job Description

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do

At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

What You'll Do:

• Manage and conduct operational audit projects as assigned.

• Effectively manage multiple audit projects and assist team members while maintaining overall responsibility for work quality, deadlines, and budgets.

• Exhibit subject matter expertise in at least one relevant operational business function / risk area.

• Prepare complete, clear, and concise documentation of audit work performed and conclusions reached.

• Deliver reports that are clear, concise, objective, and constructive.

• Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with team members and clients.

• Conduct client engagement meetings (kick-off, closing, etc.) with senior management.

• Provide objective assurance and consulting services to evaluate and improve the company's operational processes, governance, and control framework.

• Perform audits of internal controls related to business units and financial operations.

• Review management oversight and controls over operations, safeguarding of assets, reliability of financial and management reporting, and compliance with laws and regulations.

What We're Looking For:

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university is required.
Advanced degree in a relevant field of study is preferred.

Experience: Eight (8) years of related experience.

Certification:

Relevant professional certification is required.

In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

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Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-009

Compensation Range:

$116,255.00 - $151,132.50

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.  

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