Director, Internal Audit and Risk Management

General Purpose

The Director, Internal Audit and Risk Management is responsible for leading PacifiCorp's internal audit function, ensuring compliance with corporate policy and regulatory requirements, and driving process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Act as the principal internal audit leader, managing the audit department and developing audit standards and policies.
• Conduct annual risk and fraud assessments and develop a dynamic audit plan based on input from management and external auditors.
• Coordinate SOX Internal Audit testing to evaluate internal controls over financial reporting and collaborate with management on process improvement initiatives.
• Maintain communication with external auditors and the Berkshire Hathaway Audit Committee regarding audit plans, testing, and deficiencies.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations to management and oversee the implementation of remediation plans.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the audit team, fostering a culture of integrity and financial transparency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Relevant advanced degree preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or other relevant certification required.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in audit, risk management, compliance, or related fields, with at least 5 years of management or equivalent experience.
• In-depth knowledge of auditing standards, regulatory compliance requirements, financial modeling, and risk assessment/management frameworks.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards for electric utility companies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and presentation skills.
• Experience influencing and working effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
• Experience working with Boards of Directors and Audit Committees desirable.

Additional Information

Req Id: 114740
Company Code: PACIFICORP #PM25
Primary Location: PORTLAND, OR
Department: CFO
Schedule: Full Time, 100% onsite
Hiring Range: $155,300 - $213,510
Annual Discretionary Performance Incentive Bonus: Up to 20.00% of salary.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with match fixed contributions, including a Roth and saving option. For union employees, matching contributions vary by union. For nonunion, PacifiCorp makes a fixed contribution equal to 4% of your eligible pay each year for new hires. In addition, PacifiCorp matches 100% of the first 6% you contribute.
• Life insurance
• Additional voluntary benefits, including pet insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Mass Transit Pass for employees in our Portland and Salt Lake City Offices.

Work Life Balance

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid short-term disability leave and long-term disability insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeing

Nearest Major Market

Portland Oregon

Career Segment

Accounting, CPA, Internal Audit, Compliance, Financial, Finance, Legal