Director Internal Audit

Job Purpose

Directs and oversees the organization's Internal Audit function, with full responsibility for a global audit program spanning financial, operational, compliance, information technology, and manufacturing environments. Ensures alignment with the needs of a publicly traded company, including compliance with regulatory requirements and Audit Committee expectations. Leads risk-based audits and special projects while embedding data analytics and AI-enabled auditing techniques to enhance coverage, insight, and efficiency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops and implements the organization's annual, risk-based global internal audit plan, ensuring alignment with enterprise risks, including financial, operational, IT, cybersecurity, and manufacturing risks
• Evaluates internal controls and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, including Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) for a public company environment
• Leads internal audits across multi-site manufacturing operations and global business units, assessing efficiency, cost controls, and operational effectiveness
• Integrates data analytics, automation, and AI tools into audit execution to improve risk identification, testing strategies, and reporting insights
• Identifies emerging risks (including digital transformation, cybersecurity, and AI governance) and incorporates them into audit coverage
• PARTNERS WITH EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP TO IDENTIFY SPECIAL AUDIT PROJECTS AND STRATEGIC RISK AREAS
• OVERSEES AUDIT EXECUTION, INCLUDING PLANNING, FIELDWORK, AND REPORTING, ENSUREING HIGH-QUALITY DELIVERABLES
• ANALYZES AUDIT FINDINGS, PRESENTS RESULTS TO LEADERSHIP, AND DEVELOPS ACTIONABLE RECOMMENDATIONS TO MITIGATE RISKS AND STRENGTHEN CONTROLS
• SERVES AS THE PRIMARY LIASON TO THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, PREPARING AND COORDINATING MATERIALS AND DELIVERING UPDATES
• SERVES AS MEMBER OF THE COMPANY’S HOTLINE BUSINESS ETHICS AND OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE
• COORDINATES CLOSER WITH EXTERNAL AUDITORS (INCLUDING BIG 4 FIRMS) TO ALIGN AUDIT SCOPE, REDUCE DUPLICATION, AND SUPPORT EFFICIENT AUDIT PROCESSES
• BUILD A AND DEVELOP A HIGH-PERFORMING INTERNAL AUDIT TEAM, CREATING A PIPELINE OF FINANCE AND AUDIT TALENT WITH STRONG TECHNICAL, CONTROLS, AND AI CAPABILITIES

Qualifications

• Proven judgment in assessing control design adequacy and operating effectiveness
• Understanding of risk based internal audit methodologies
• Ability to identify emerging risks and translate them into actionable audit coverage
• Strong command of:
• SOX governance and internal control over financial reporting (ICFR)
• Operational and IT control frameworks (COSO, COBIT familiarity)
• Ability to evaluate severity of control deficiencies and recommend appropriate remediation and escalation
• Experience coordinating with external auditors as needed
• Working knowledge of fraud risk assessment, investigation governance, and root cause analysis
• Sound judgment in sensitive matters requiring confidentiality and independence
• Demonstrated ability to think and operate at the enterprise level—not just audit execution
• Strong people leadership skills, including talent development, performance management, and succession planning
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to:
• Prepare clear, concise Audit Committee materials
• Deliver executive report summaries that focus on risk, impact, and root cause
• Challenge management constructively while maintaining credibility and independence
• Comfortable interacting with senior executives, including CFO, General Counsel, and business presidents
• Strong understanding of internal audit’s role within corporate governance
• Demonstrated ability to maintain objectivity, independence, and professional skepticism
• Able to assess tone at the top and cultural risk indicators
• Sound ethical judgment and commitment to professional standards
• High integrity and discretion
• Strong analytical and critical thinking capabilities
• Capable of being a trusted business partner
• Sound judgment and risk discernment
• Pragmatic and business oriented while maintaining assurance discipline
• Capable of navigating ambiguity and change

General Job Requirements

• Generic

Nearest Major Market

Reading PA