Director of Internal Audit

About the role

The Director of Internal Audit leads the organization’s internal audit function, develops and executes a risk-based audit plan to evaluate and strengthen internal controls, operational effectiveness, and regulatory compliance. This role partners closely with the Audit Committee, senior management, and external auditors and plays a key role in assessing internal control over financial reporting, the IT control environment, and enterprise risk management processes. This is a fully on-site position based in our Royal Oak, MI office.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a risk-based internal audit plan aligned with the company’s strategic objectives and enterprise risk assessment
• Ownership of the SOX compliance program, including scoping, documentation, testing, and coordination with external auditors
• Review key business processes across accounting, treasury, acquisitions, development, lease administration, and other corporate functions, as appropriate
• Communicate audit findings, control deficiencies, and remediation progress to senior leadership and the Audit Committee through written reports and presentations
• Monitor emerging risks and evolving business priorities to adjust audit coverage and focus accordingly
• Coordinate with external auditors to promote efficient reliance and minimize duplication of efforts
• Drive continuous improvement in the audit function through analytics, automation, and leading practices
• Support special projects, investigations, and strategic initiatives as requested by the Audit Committee or senior leadership
• Evaluate the IT General Controls and application controls, partnering with IT leadership to strengthen control design and effectiveness

Requirements

• 7+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, public accounting, or related roles required
• CPA required; public accounting experience strongly preferred
• Experience leading or supporting SOX compliance programs, including a strong understanding of the COSO framework
• Familiarity with IT General Controls and application controls preferred
• Experience interacting with senior leadership, external auditors, and audit committees preferred

Skills

• Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders
• Clear, logical, and persuasive writing skills, with strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively across functions
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and manage sensitive matters with professionalism

About the company

Agree Realty Corporation (NYSE: ADC) is a high-growth Real Estate Investment Trust based in Royal Oak, MI. We are primarily engaged in the acquisition and development of properties net leased to industry-leading, omni-channel retail tenants. As of March 31, 2026, the Company owned and operated a portfolio of 2,756 properties, located across all 50 states and containing approximately 57 million square feet of gross leasable area.

Benefits

• 100% company-paid monthly health insurance premiums for team members and dependents
• 100% company-paid short-term, long-term, and life insurance premiums for team members
• Simple IRA retirement plan with 3% company match
• 3 company-provided lunches per week
• Onsite fully equipped gym and locker rooms
• Opportunity to volunteer at a charity of your choosing with our Agree Gives Back program
• Brand new, modern office building furnished with a generously stocked café, state-of-the-art auditorium, coffee bar, and open-area collaboration workspaces
• Ongoing professional development and technology training opportunities