Associate Director,, Internal Audit

About the Role

As the Vice President (Associate Director), Internal Audit, you will lead the execution and evolution of FactSet’s business audit portfolio. Reporting directly to the Chief Audit Executive (CAE), you will provide independent and objective assurance over key risks, processes, and controls across Finance, Human Resources, Enterprise Risk Management, Operations, Commercial functions, and other corporate areas. This role plays a critical part in helping executive management and the Audit Committee assess and manage risk while supporting the achievement of organizational objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and reporting of risk-based audits across business functions including Finance, Human Resources, Enterprise Risk Management, Operations, Procurement, Commercial, and Corporate Services.
• Oversee audit engagements from risk assessment through reporting and issue validation, ensuring adherence to professional auditing standards and department methodologies.
• Provide independent evaluation of governance, risk management, and internal control processes.
• Identify control weaknesses, operational inefficiencies, and emerging risks, while recommending practical and value-added solutions.
• Support the CAE in the development and maintenance of the annual risk assessment and audit plan.
• Continuously monitor changes in the business, regulatory environment, and industry landscape to identify emerging risks and audit priorities.
• Assess strategic, financial, operational, compliance, and reputational risks across the organization.
• Provide insights to executive management regarding risk trends and control effectiveness.
• Build trusted relationships with executive leadership, business partners, and key stakeholders across the organization.
• Serve as a strategic advisor on risk and control matters while maintaining auditor independence and objectivity.
• Facilitate discussions regarding audit observations, root causes, remediation strategies, and risk mitigation plans.
• Present audit results and key risk themes to senior management and governance committees.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of internal audit professionals.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional development.
• Drive performance management, coaching, succession planning, and resource allocation across the audit portfolio.
• Promote the use of data analytics and innovative audit techniques to enhance audit quality and efficiency.
• Prepare clear, concise, and impactful audit reports that communicate key risks and recommendations.
• Monitor and report on audit issue remediation activities and overall control environment health.
• Provide quarterly updates and risk reporting to executive leadership and the Audit Committee as needed.
• Support the CAE in regulatory examinations, external audits, and governance-related initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to enhance audit methodologies, tools, reporting, and stakeholder engagement.
• Drive adoption of data-driven auditing approaches and continuous risk monitoring practices.
• Benchmark internal audit practices against industry standards and leading practices.
• Contribute to the strategic direction and maturity of the Internal Audit function.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in Internal Audit, Risk Management, Public Accounting, Regulatory, or a related assurance function.
• Significant experience leading audits across multiple business functions including Finance, Human Resources, Operations, and Enterprise Risk.
• Strong understanding of governance, risk management, internal controls, and audit methodologies.
• Demonstrated success managing complex audit portfolios and leading teams.
• Ability to influence and communicate effectively with senior executives and board-level stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, project management, and relationship management skills.
• Experience developing risk-based audit plans and executing audits in dynamic business environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA, CIA, or other relevant professional certification.
• Experience within a publicly traded company, regulated industry, or large complex organization.
• Knowledge of SOX, COSO, ERM frameworks, and regulatory expectations.
• Experience leveraging data analytics and technology-enabled auditing techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to lead organizational change and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong executive presence and ability to provide strategic, risk-focused insights.

Benefits

• Health, life, and disability insurance.
• Retirement savings plans and a discounted employee stock purchase program.
• Paid time off for holidays, family leave, and company-wide wellness days.
• Flexible work accommodations to support work/life harmony.
• Global community dedicated to volunteerism and sustainability.
• Career progression planning with dedicated time each month for learning and development.
• Business Resource Groups open to all employees for connection, growth, and belonging.

Pay

Salary is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, and certifications.