Director of Internal Audit

About the role

The organization is seeking a Director of Internal Audit to lead and develop its internal audit function. Reporting to the Audit Committee and senior management, the role ensures robust governance, risk management and compliance across the entity.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute the annual risk‑based Internal Audit Plan.
• Lead financial, operational, compliance, governance and technology audits.
• Report significant findings, risks and overdue actions to the Audit Committee and executive management.
• Assess the effectiveness of internal controls, governance and risk‑management frameworks.
• Monitor management action plans and validate closure of audit findings.
• Lead special reviews and investigations as required.
• Ensure compliance with IIA Global Internal Audit Standards and applicable regulations.
• Coordinate with external auditors and other assurance functions.
• Lead, develop and manage the Internal Audit team.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, SOCPA, CISA preferred.
• 12+ years of relevant audit, risk, finance or governance experience.

Required skills

• Internal Audit
• Technology Audits
• Financial Operational Compliance
• Internal Controls
• IIA Global Internal Audit Standards
• Governance
• Risk Management