Internal Audit Director - Skyward Group

Overview

The Internal Audit Director manages a hybrid internal audit function, planning, organizing, and coordinating audit activities across the organization and its businesses. This role 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. Working across functions and at all staff and management levels, the Director supports effective risk management and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage 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 control deficiencies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors and facilitate 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 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.
• 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-oriented environment and partner cross-functionally.
• Strong initiative to research issues, develop potential solutions, and effectively partner with other business areas to drive issue resolution.
• Self-motivated with 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.
• 3+ years leading a team.
• 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 based on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements.
• Performance-based incentives may be available in addition to base salary.
• 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

Not specified in the provided job description.