Sr. Director, Internal Audit

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Sr. Director, Internal Audit based in United States. This senior leadership role is responsible for establishing and scaling a global internal audit function within a fast-growing, technology-driven environment. The position operates with significant autonomy at the outset, with responsibility for building the internal audit framework from the ground up. It plays a key role in strengthening governance, risk management, and internal controls across a complex, high-volume digital organization. Reporting directly to the Audit Committee with a dotted reporting line to the CFO, the role ensures independent oversight of risk and compliance activities. The ideal candidate will influence executive decision-making while partnering closely with cross-functional leaders. Over time, this leader will have the opportunity to build and grow a dedicated internal audit team aligned with business expansion. Accountabilities: Develop and implement an enterprise-wide risk assessment framework, including the creation and ongoing maintenance of a risk heat map presented to senior leadership and the Audit Committee. Design and execute a risk-based annual internal audit plan aligned with organizational priorities, regulatory requirements, and emerging risk areas. Lead operational, financial, and compliance audits across business functions, ensuring consistency with internal control frameworks and industry standards. Partner with Legal, Compliance, and external auditors to coordinate audit activities, investigations, and reporting processes while minimizing duplication of effort. Present audit findings, remediation updates, and risk insights to executive leadership and the Audit Committee. Monitor remediation efforts, validate resolution of findings, and ensure sustainable control improvements. Develop and formalize internal audit policies, methodologies, and governance structures to support scalable growth. Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on enterprise risk, strategic initiatives, and evolving regulatory expectations. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field; advanced degrees preferred. 15+ years of experience in internal audit, external audit, or enterprise risk management, including 3–5+ years in a senior leadership role. Professional certification required (CPA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent). Strong understanding of internal control frameworks (COSO, COBIT) and SOX 404 compliance requirements. Experience working in high-volume transaction environments and/or publicly traded companies preferred. Background in the technology sector strongly preferred. Demonstrated ability to build audit functions, define methodologies, and operate independently in complex environments. Strong analytical, communication, stakeholder management, and project leadership skills. Experience with audit tools, data analytics, and risk assessment methodologies is a plus. Benefits: Competitive base compensation with performance-based bonus eligibility. Equity participation in the organization. Salary range: $249,000 – $316,000 annually (bonus included). Opportunity to establish and scale an internal audit function from the ground up. High visibility with executive leadership and direct exposure to the Audit Committee. Remote-first and globally distributed working environment with flexibility. Opportunity to shape enterprise risk strategy in a fast-scaling organization. How Jobgether works: We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Why Apply Through Jobgether? Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time. #LI-CL1