Director/Senior Director of Internal Audit

Director of Internal Audit

Role Description:

We are looking for a Director of Internal Audit to lead and manage the company's global function which includes internal controls, SOX programs, and other internal audit engagements. The position will also lead a portfolio of projects through building and owning relationships with key business partners, providing project oversight. This role partners with business leaders in accounting and finance and the company's external auditors to identify areas of risk, provide assurance and recommendations on controls, and the execution of those controls. We are looking for a seasoned results-oriented leader who can manage, influence, and drive strategic solution development across diverse teams. The candidate must be a master relationship builder and be comfortable and highly effective in an ambiguous, rapidly changing environment. In addition to communicating directly with the Audit Committee and executive management, this role will require a hands on approach to the development and monitoring of controls due to the size of our organization.

What you will be doing:

· A proven ability to effectively lead an integrated SOX program for both Finance and IT and act as a subject matter expert and key liaison with internal stakeholders and external auditors

· Deep expertise and experience in multiple US public companies in the audit function to challenge status quo and develop an effective control environment for our specific business

· Strong Technology Audit experience with the ability to identify critical systems, assess and advise on the design of controls/opportunities for control rationalization, develop test procedures which accurately address risk, and drive timely execution and review of work

· Build strong relationships with key business partners , including Finance and Accounting to thoroughly understand their business and identify appropriate risk mitigations and opportunities to add value

· Prepare risk assessments, analyze risks and recommend areas of emphasis for targeted audit procedures and full internal audit. Developing creative, practical, and cost-effective recommendations for process improvements or efficiency enhancements to company processes internal processes.

· Maintain concise, up-to-date records of audit plans, findings, workpapers, reports and other supporting documentation for audits performed.

· Write/Update narratives and prepare flowcharts documenting internal control processes and current procedures.

· Perform and documents SOX walkthroughs and testing in accordance with the Company’s frameworks.

· Execute work programs to test operational effectiveness of key controls using a variety of approaches, including sampling, corroboration, observation, performance

· Develop creative, simple, technology based solutions that make the functioning and review of our internal controls much simple both internally and with our external auditors

What you should have:

· BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems

· 15+ years of experience with Big Four and internal audit function of US public companies

· Experience in dealing directly with public company Audit Committees

· Functional or auditing experience in one or more of the following: finance & accounting, IT auditing

· Experience in project management practices, and managing projects through the SOX lifecycle

· Experience operating in high-growth, entrepreneurial environments preferably related to technology, media/entertainment, or advertising.

· Experience working with business partners and third-party service providers

· Strong leadership and presentation experience

· Certification: CPA or CIA preferred