Director, Internal Audit

JOB PURPOSE:

 

The Director of Internal Audit is responsible for the development and execution of Internal Audit strategy relating to compliance, risk assessment; audit planning, audit execution and follow-up to identified audit issues.

 

 

 

 

MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES:

 

Maintains oversight of all audit and special project work.  Ensures that methodology addresses significant business and audit risks.  Ensures that financial or governance risks are promptly and accurately communicated to senior management as needed.  Develops and coordinates plans with independent auditors, as necessary, to ensure adequate audit coverage and to minimize duplication of efforts.  Works closely with the VP Corporate Communications, Chair of the Audit Committee and Board of Directors to develop an integrated audit approach and plan.  Represents Internal Audit on key organizational committees and project teams.  Establishes departmental goals and objectives; develops plans to meet established goals and manages employees to ensure such goals are achieved.  Edits, approves and issues audit reports, including an executive summary in each which details audit weaknesses, and management’s responses. Ensures follow-up and monitoring or prior internal audit findings and recommendations to determine compliance status. Coordinates the procurement of external resources where technical expertise is necessary to effectively execute the audit strategy.  Coordinates financial due diligence.  Performs administration and quality control for all department projects. Recruits, supervises, trains and counsels department staff. Develops work standards and a system of review to ensure effective audit evaluations. Establish the scope and extent of financial, operational systems, compliance and control audits (including Sarbanes-Oxley).  Keeps abreast of current developments in professional auditing and accounting standards to maintain competence and proficiency in the audit functions.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Education  Bachelors degree in finance, accounting or related field.  CPA required. Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) preferred.   Experience

Minimum of 5+ years of professional auditing experience and supervisor experience required. 

 

 Skills competencies

 

Ability to read, analyze and interpret business information, technical procedures and government regulations.  Demonstrated ability to present information both in writing and orally.  Demonstrated management and leadership skills.  Proficient in spreadsheets and databases.

 

 

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:

 

Attitudes

The candidate must be motivated to work in an environment based on achievement and results.

 Behaviors and Characteristics

· Business Acumen

· Command skills

· Comfort Around Higher Management

· Timely decision making and quality

· Trust & integrity

· Ability to manage and measure work

· Organization and planning skills

· Problem solver

· Excellent customer focus

· Dedication to quality

· Excellent written and oral communication skills