Director, Internal Audit Americas

Basic Function

The Director of Internal Audit, Americas will partner with the Chief Audit Executive to lead the Internal Audit function. This leadership role oversees other Directors, Senior Managers, Managers, and staff-level auditors within a multi-tiered reporting structure. The Director plays a pivotal role in risk assessment, audit planning, and enhancing audit methodology while serving as a key member of the Internal Audit Leadership Team. This position requires effective communication across all levels of the organization regarding audit findings, risk management, and action plans. The role involves coordination with external auditors to optimize resources and minimize duplication of efforts. Limited travel (approximately 10%) may be required.

Roles & Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development

• Foster strong team morale while managing, coaching, and developing audit professionals
• Lead recruitment efforts and performance management for direct reports
• Provide mentorship to develop skill levels and create advancement opportunities both within Internal Audit and across the enterprise
• Contribute to and influence the Internal Audit Leadership Team's strategic decisions

Audit Planning & Execution

• Participate in risk assessment and development of risk-based audit plans
• Manage the full audit cycle, providing daily oversight from planning through reporting
• Prioritize issues based on relevance, significance, and organizational impact
• Review and edit audit documentation to ensure quality and consistency

Organizational Impact

• Drive operational efficiencies and cost savings within Internal Audit and across the enterprise
• Identify opportunities to streamline audit processes and implement innovative tools and techniques
• Serve as a resource for critical subject matter expertise and key business process knowledge
• Stay current on developments in the audit profession and industry trends

Communication & Relationship Management

• Interface effectively with senior management and personnel at all levels
• Lead discussions with executive committee members
• Act as a role model for less experienced staff
• Coordinate with external auditors to leverage work and resources

Technical Expertise
Utilize a broad range of tools to support audit work, including data analysis, benchmarking, and business research
Demonstrate knowledge of SAP modules and ability to extract and analyze data
Stay current on Sarbanes-Oxley requirements and International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing

Min. Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required. Degree in Accounting, Finance, Engineering, or related field preferred. 
• Typically, 10+ years of relevant business experience
• Several years of direct experience working with senior leadership
• Proven track record in building, coaching, and mentoring high-performing teams
• Professional certification such as CPA, CIA, CISA, or CFE is desirable (not required with sufficient experience)
• Strong understanding of operational, financial, and audit processes (or ability to learn)
• Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley requirements (or ability to learn)
• Familiarity with Institute of Internal Auditors standards (or ability to learn)
• Excellent data analysis capabilities
• SAP experience is a plus
• In-depth understanding of the company's products, business environment, and industry trends
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities
• Strong presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to influence and persuade at all organizational levels
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities and business acumen
• Commitment to continuous improvement
   

Key Behaviors:
Integrity & Trust: Demonstrates honesty, authenticity, and ethical behavior
Courage: Addresses difficult issues directly and does what is right
Team Building: Leverages diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals
Accountability: Holds self and others responsible for meeting commitments
Results Orientation: Consistently achieves objectives, even in challenging circumstances
Collaboration: Works effectively across functions to meet shared objectives
Innovation: Creates new approaches and questions the status quo
Customer Focus: Builds strong relationships and delivers solutions for both internal and external customers

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