Director of internal Audit

Director of Internal Audit
Fully Remote
Salary: 185k-213k

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• As the Director of Internal Audit, you will build and lead the internal audit function from the ground up, creating the strategy, framework, and long-term vision.
• The Director of Internal Audit will serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, influencing key decisions related to risk, controls, and governance.
• Gain broad organizational exposure by partnering with leaders across Finance, Compliance, Legal, IT, and Operations.
• The Director of Internal Audit will develop a multi-year audit roadmap and establish best-in-class audit practices aligned with industry standards.
• Drive meaningful impact by strengthening internal controls and enhancing enterprise-wide risk management processes.
• Lead healthcare-focused compliance initiatives involving HIPAA, CMS regulations, and other critical regulatory requirements.
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing audit team while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• The Director of Internal Audit will leverage data analytics and technology to modernize audit processes and improve organizational performance.
• Enjoy a highly visible leadership role with the opportunity to influence strategic decision-making and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• The Director of Internal Audit will establish and execute a risk-based internal audit strategy, annual audit plan, and multi-year audit roadmap.
• Lead operational, financial, IT, and compliance audits while ensuring timely delivery of actionable audit reports.
• Conduct enterprise-wide risk assessments and prioritize audit activities based on organizational and regulatory risk exposure.
• The Director of Internal Audit will evaluate and enhance internal control frameworks, governance processes, and compliance programs.
• Partner with executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to address regulatory matters, investigations, and process improvement initiatives.
• Utilize data analytics and audit technology tools to identify trends, strengthen controls, and improve audit effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; MBA or related master’s degree preferred.
• 10+ years of auditing experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• CPA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent professional certification required.
• Proven success as a Director of Internal Audit, Internal Audit Manager, or senior audit leader responsible for building or transforming an internal audit function.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, SOX, COSO, enterprise risk management, healthcare compliance, and internal controls.
• Experience within healthcare, payer, provider, correctional healthcare, or other highly regulated environments strongly preferred for the Director of Internal Audit role.
• Advanced Excel skills, experience with audit technology, data analytics tools, and exposure to Dynamics 365 Business Central are highly desirable.