Director of Internal Audit

Robert Half Finance and Accounting and Kevin Sweet have partnering with a well-established organization seeking an experienced Director of Internal Audit to lead and strengthen its internal audit function. This is a high-visibility leadership opportunity to provide strategic oversight of enterprise risk management, internal controls, regulatory compliance, operational effectiveness, and cybersecurity risk.

Operating within a co-sourced audit model, this individual will work closely with executive leadership, an external audit advisory firm, and key business stakeholders to evaluate risk, enhance governance, protect organizational assets, and drive continuous improvement.

For confidential consideration and additional information, please contact Kevin Sweet directly at 682-499-1182 or via email at Kevin.Sweet@RobertHalf.C0M

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the annual, risk-based internal audit plan, overseeing financial, operational, compliance, and technology-related audits.
• Direct the organization's SOX compliance program, including internal control testing, remediation initiatives, and management reporting.
• Lead enterprise-wide risk assessments, identifying emerging business risks and recommending strategies to strengthen the control environment.
• Oversee cybersecurity, IT General Controls (ITGCs), data privacy, information security, user access management, and third-party risk assessments.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls surrounding business continuity, incident response, technology governance, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage the co-sourced internal audit model, directing activities and maintaining strong relationships with external audit and advisory partners.
• Present audit findings, risk assessments, and recommendations to executive leadership and the Audit Committee.
• Partner with business leaders to strengthen internal controls, improve operational efficiency, and implement effective risk mitigation strategies.
• Monitor corrective action plans and drive timely resolution of audit findings.
• Coordinate with external auditors and key stakeholders to support governance, compliance, and reporting requirements.
• Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• High-visibility leadership role with direct exposure to executive leadership and the Audit Committee.
• Opportunity to shape and enhance the organization's internal audit and enterprise risk management functions.
• Strategic partnership with executive leadership and external advisory professionals.
• Broad responsibility spanning financial, operational, compliance, and technology risk.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on governance, business performance, and organizational effectiveness.

Background & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Information Systems, or a related field.
• CPA, CIA, CISA, or other relevant professional certification preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, public accounting, risk management, compliance, or advisory services.
• Strong knowledge of SOX compliance, internal controls, enterprise risk management, corporate governance, and audit methodologies.
• Experience leading a co-sourced internal audit function or managing relationships with external audit and advisory firms.
• Familiarity with ITGCs, cybersecurity risk assessments, data privacy controls, and technology governance frameworks.
• Ability to evaluate complex financial, operational, compliance, and technology risks and communicate actionable recommendations to senior leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and build relationships with executive leadership, business partners, and Audit Committee members.
• Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and project management skills.