Business Process Director - Internal Audit

The Business Process Director - Internal Audit is a high-impact leadership role responsible for steering a risk-intelligent audit function. Operating as a senior-level individual contributor, you will bridge the gap between technical control requirements and enterprise-wide strategic objectives.

Responsibilities:

Audit Strategy & Planning

• Dynamic Risk Management: Lead enterprise-wide risk assessments to develop and execute a fluid, risk-based annual audit plan aligned with organizational objectives.
• Annual SOX Audit: Lead SOX control design and operating effectiveness including identification of gaps, operating deficiencies, remediation plan and partnership with process owners to optimize control environment.
• Continuous Monitoring: Evaluate emerging risks (geopolitical, technological, and regulatory) to ensure audit coverage remains proactive and forward-looking.
• Design and execute a comprehensive ERM assessment framework to identify and evaluate high-velocity risks across strategic, operational, international, IT, and legal/compliance pillars, ensuring governance structures and audit priorities adapt to the organizations global growth and evolving tech-sector requirements.

Business Process & Operational Excellence

• End-to-End Process Mastery: Lead audits of core value streams, including Quote-to-Cash (Q2C), Procure-to-Pay (P2P), and Hire-to-Retire (H2R), identifying control gaps at critical hand-off points.
• Manufacturing & Supply Chain: Evaluate controls within manufacturing environments, focusing on inventory valuation, shop floor efficiencies, Bill of Materials (BOM) accuracy, and supply chain resilience.
• Root Cause Analysis: Move beyond identifying symptoms to uncovering root causes, delivering practical recommendations that improve business performance and operational velocity.

Business Combinations & M&A Integration

• Integration Leadership: Lead the post-acquisition integration of newly acquired entities into the corporate Internal Control Framework.
• Due Diligence & Day-1 Readiness: Support pre-acquisition due diligence and ensure acquired entities meet essential regulatory and SOX compliance requirements within established timelines.
• Accounting for Combinations: Oversee the controls surrounding purchase accounting (ASC 805), including fair value measurements and the consolidation of fragmented financial systems.

Stakeholder & Executive Engagement

• Trusted Advisor: Serve as a primary liaison to senior management, navigating sensitive audit findings with diplomacy and commercial acumen.
• Executive Communication: Distill complex audit results into concise, actionable insights for the Audit Committee and Board of Directors.

SOX & Regulatory Compliance (GovCon Focus)

• SOX Stewardship: Lead the Section 404 compliance program and coordinate with external auditors to ensure a seamless year-end execution.
• GovCon Oversight: Evaluate internal controls specific to government contracting environments, ensuring compliance with FAR, DFARS, and CAS requirements. (Preferred)

Innovation & AI

• Digital Transformation: Leverage AI and data analytics to transition from manual sampling to continuous monitoring and automated control testing.

Youd be a good fit with:

• Education: Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: 8-10+ years of progressive experience in internal audit or public accounting (Big 4 preferred).
• M&A Track Record: Proven experience managing internal control transitions during business combinations or legal entity restructurings.
• Technical & Professional Skills:
• Certifications: CPA, CIA, or CISA preferred.
• Framework Knowledge: Mastery of GAAP, COSO Internal Control Framework, PCAOB and IIA Standards.

Youd be a great fit with:

• Industry Savvy: Strong background in manufacturing or organizations engaged in government contracting.
• Systems & Data: Proficiency in ERP systems (Netsuite/Oracle).
• Location: College Park, MD
• Travel: Up to 25%

Job ID: 1352

The approximate base salary range for this position is $128,445 - $167,497. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, and equity.