Vice President- Internal Audit

We are Builders FirstSource, America's largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. You'll feel proud of the work you do here every day to transform the future of home building and help make the dream of home ownership more achievable. At BFS, we believe building a successful career is not solely defined by a degree. Your experience, skills, and passion are just as important, if not more so.PurposeUnder direction of the Audit Committee and the CFO and in accordance with the Internal Audit Department Charter, develop, install and direct the organization's overall internal auditing and Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) programs, provide executive management and the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors with a review of accounting, financial, information systems and other operations by measuring and evaluating the effectiveness of accounting and management controls. Responsible for the examination and evaluation of the design and operating effectiveness of the risk management, internal controls and governance process.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement the annual audit plan using appropriate risk-based methodology, including any risks or control concerns identified by management.Oversee, document, and advise management in designing the appropriate internal control environment for the company, including meeting Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.Develop and maintain strong and collaborative relationships with the Audit Committee, management and external auditors.Ensure that the IA department assists in the execution of the annual external audit through coordination, communication and assistance to the external audit firm.Hire and maintain a capable and professional audit staff with sufficient knowledge, skills and experience to meet the requirement of the IA department.Direct the work of Internal Audit staff and remain apprised of status of field audit efforts.Communicate with the audit committee and management the status of the internal control environment and any deficiencies identified.Advise the Audit Committee and appropriate senior management regarding audit coverage, areas of financial, operational, regulatory and compliance risk, areas of control improvement, audit observations and emerging industry and business issues.Keep the Audit Committee and Management informed of conditions that could have a significant impact on Company operations.Ensure appropriate function and completeness of activities for the Audit Committee.Maintain up-to-date knowledge of ICFR requirements, and examine company-wide activities for compliance with these policies.Keep management and the audit committee abreast of any updates to the regulatory environment.Oversee audits of records of departments and interview workers to ensure proper recording of transactions and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.Analyze data obtained for evidence of deficiencies in controls, duplication of effort, extravagance, fraud, or lack of compliance with laws, government regulations, and management policies or procedures.Oversee the internal audit department's participation in key business and technology consultative initiatives and special projects.Perform ad hoc grand and other corporate matter investigations as required.Conduct special studies for management such as those required to discover mechanics of detected fraud and to develop controls for fraud prevention.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesCarries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.Minimum RequirementsBachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university and eight to ten years related experience and/or training, including work in internal audit.SOX documentation experience required.Previous Big Four experience preferred.Experience leading large audit teams in an internal audit department or public accounting firm preferred.Experience in Audit Committee and Board of Directors interactions preferred.Must have thorough understanding and experience working with ICFR requirements.CompetenciesAnalytical – Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs workflows and procedures.Project Management – Develops project plans; coordinates projects; communicates changes and progress; completes projects on time and within budget; manages project team activities.Managing People – Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; provides regular performance feedback; develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; fosters quality focus in others; improves processes, products and services; continually works to improve supervisory skills.Ethics – Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.Language Skills – Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.Computer Skills – Knowledge of accounting software; database software; internet software; spreadsheet software and word processing software.Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word required.Strong knowledge of ACL preferred; certificates, licenses, registrations; relevant certification (CPA, CIA, CISA, etc.) required.Other Qualifications – Successful candidates must be available to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary.Must be able to travel up to 25% if needed.Work Environment / Physical ActivitySubject to both typical office environment and outside locations with temperature and weather variations. Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds.We offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and your family.Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity / affirmative action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability.In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Builders FirstSource, please call (214) 765-3990 or email ADA.Accommodation@bldr.com. Please do not send resumes to this email address; it is intended only to be used to request an accommodation in submitting an application for a job opening.#J-18808-Ljbffr