Internal Audit Director - Skyward Group

Overview

The organization is seeking an Internal Audit Director to manage a hybrid internal audit function across the group and its businesses. This role plans, organizes, and coordinates audit activities, oversees SOX and MAR audit activities, assesses compliance with applicable regulations and internal policies, identifies opportunities to strengthen internal controls and operational processes, and communicates findings to key stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage all internal audit activities related to SOX and MAR compliance, ensuring adherence to established policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive internal audit plan, including risk assessment, audit scope, and timelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely remediation of issues and/or control deficiencies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, facilitating communication and coordination throughout the audit process.
• Coordinate and provide necessary documentation, schedules, and support to external auditors during interim and year-end audits.
• Coordinate document requests for internal control testing.
• Review and analyze external audit findings, ensuring appropriate action plans are developed and implemented to address identified deficiencies.
• Stay up to date with changes in regulatory requirements, accounting standards, and industry best practices related to internal audit, SOX, and MAR compliance.
• Assist in the development and implementation of new internal controls to enhance the overall control environment.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on internal control processes and SOX/MAR compliance requirements.
• Conduct and/or coordinate SOX control testing (ELC’s/other).
• Maintain a company-wide segregation of duty matrix and assess conflicts on a routine basis.
• Execute the review and update of process documentation with the control owners.
• Execute special projects related to internal control assessments and improvements (new system implementations, integration of new business segments, etc.) and fraud investigations, as necessary.

Requirements

• Considerable knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley (SOX), Model Audit Rule (MAR), U.S. GAAP, and statutory requirements.
• Ability to analyze complex data and identify potential risks and issues.
• Results-oriented with strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work cohesively in a team environment and work cross-functionally.
• Strong initiative to research issues, develop potential solutions, and partner with other business areas to drive issue resolution.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Workiva experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in public accounting, internal auditing, risk management, and/or compliance.
• Experience leading a team (3+ years).
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business or Finance.
• Full professional qualification (CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, or equivalent) required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $180,000 - $200,000.
• Base pay will be determined by factors including experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements.
• May be eligible for performance-based incentives.
• Competitive total rewards package includes health and welfare benefits, tuition and professional certification assistance, 401k savings, elective participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Program, paid time off, paid holidays, and child bonding leave, as well as other employee assistance.

Location

Remote (hybrid internal audit function).