Manager, Internal Audit - Ops
Teco Peoples Gas
Operations
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Title: Manager, Internal Audit - Ops
Company: Tampa Electric Company
State and City: Florida - Tampa
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days
Why This Role Matters
At TECO, Internal Audit is more than compliance — It’s a strategic adviser to the business.
We’re looking for a Manager, Internal Audit– Ops who can support a high-performing team to identify risk and deliver clear, actionable insights to support informed decision-making across the organization. This is a high-visibility role with direct interaction with senior leadership that supports TECO Energy as well as Emera’s U.S., Canadian, and Caribbean operations.
If you’re someone who enjoys digging into complex business processes, asking great questions, and helping organizations operate more effectively — this role is for you.
What You’ll Do
Manage Risk-Based Audit & Advisory Work
- Manage the execution of risk-based internal audits and advisory engagements
that evaluate operational processes, financial controls, and key risks
- Deliver clear, impactful reports and presentations to management with practical recommendations
Collaborating with the Business
- Work directly with process owners and leadership to identify, assess, and evaluate risks
- Act as a trusted advisor on process improvement, internal controls, and strategic initiatives
- Support audits, investigations, and special projects with a focus on adding business value
Lead and Develop Talent
- Supervise and review the work of audit team members, ensuring quality and consistency of deliverables
- Provide coaching, feedback, and development to build a strong audit team
- Help drive team engagement, training, and continuous improvement
Drive Execution & Accountability
- Track engagement progress and ensure timely completion of audit activities
- Ensure Internal Audit team follow up management action plans and ensure management follows through on recommendations
- Contribute to audit planning, risk assessment, and continuous improvement of audit processes
What We’re Looking For
Experience & Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 6+ years of experience in internal audit, operational audit, or related areas
- Experience leading or coordinating audit workstreams and overseeing others’ work
- Professional certification required (CPA, CIA, or equivalent)
What Sets You Apart
We’re especially interested in candidates who:
- Bring a strong operational mindset — not just financial audit experience
- Are comfortable challenging assumptions and navigating ambiguity
- Communicate confidently with leaders and non-financial stakeholders
- Can balance competing priorities
How You’ll Make an Impact
In your first 6–12 months, you’ll:
- Build credibility with business partners and leadership
- Manage audits that uncover meaningful insights — not just compliance gaps
- Begin shaping more efficient, risk-aware processes across the organization
- Establish yourself as a go-to advisor on operational risk and controls
Why Join TECO
- High visibility with senior leadership and cross-functional teams
- Opportunity to influence real operational improvement, not just audit outcomes
- A role that blends strategy, analytics, and leadership
- Clear opportunity to grow within Internal Audit and the broader organization
TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!!
Competitive Salary *401k Savings plan w/ company matching * Pension plan * Paid time off* Paid Holiday time * Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage *Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Programs * On-site Fitness Centers * Bonus Plan and more!
STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS....Please make sure to read below!!! Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.
TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.
TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.
Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
ADA policy
It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.
Application accommodations
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.
Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.
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