A growing infrastructure and energy organization is seeking an experienced audit and risk professional to help lead its Internal Audit function. This position offers the opportunity to influence enterprise-wide risk management, operational improvement initiatives, governance programs, and strategic advisory projects while working closely with executive leadership.
This is a highly visible leadership role for someone who enjoys moving beyond traditional compliance-focused auditing and partnering with business leaders to improve processes, strengthen controls, and drive organizational effectiveness.
The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the future direction of Internal Audit, mentoring audit staff, and helping the organization leverage data, analytics, and emerging technologies to enhance audit capabilities.|
Key Responsibilities
Internal Audit Leadership
- Support the development and execution of a risk-based audit plan across the organization
- Lead operational, financial, compliance, and advisory engagements
- Oversee audit planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up activities
- Review workpapers and ensure audit quality and consistency
- Communicate key risks and recommendations to senior leadership
Risk & Advisory
- Partner with business leaders to identify emerging risks and opportunities for process improvement
- Evaluate the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control practices
- Provide consultative insight on strategic initiatives and operational challenges
- Perform enterprise risk assessments and support ongoing risk monitoring activities
Technology & Analytics
- Collaborate with technology and business teams on technology risk and control assessments
- Support the use of data analytics, continuous monitoring, automation, and innovative audit techniques
- Evaluate opportunities to improve audit efficiency through technology-enabled solutions
- Stay informed on emerging trends related to cybersecurity, automation, AI, and digital transformation
Team Leadership
- Coach, mentor, and develop audit professionals
- Support staff career growth and technical development
- Foster a collaborative and solutions-oriented team culture
- Help drive continuous improvement across the Internal Audit function
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related discipline
- Progressive experience within Internal Audit, Risk Management, Controls, Compliance, or Risk Advisory environments
- Experience leading audit engagements and managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Prior people leadership, coaching, or team management experience
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Demonstrated ability to influence business leaders and build trusted relationships
Certifications (Preferred)