Director - Audit Innovation and Automation
Location: Chicago
I am currently working with a leading financial services firm in Chicago to grow out their third-line team, specifically by bringing on a Director with the focus of automating audit practices and increasing audit operational efficiencies.
Ideal candidates have 10+ years of experience in Internal Audit, specifically conducting risk-based assessments, or comparable experience in a role supporting Audit Operations. In this role, you will responsible for overseeing a portfolio of audits while working to identify operational deficiencies, develop strategies to for audit process improvement, and increase audit operational efficiencies through the automation of policies and procedures. Additionally, you will be responsible for overseeing a team, so the firm is ideally looking to speak with candidates that have a strong background in people management.
Responsibilities:
- Through conducting risk assessments, identify operational efficiencies in audit operations and strategize methods to improve
- Oversee audit automation through tracking and reporting
- Spearhead the continuous improvement of the Internal Audit Department
- Work with firm leadership to evaluate and manage resource allocation and audit budgeting
Requirements:
- 10+ years of experience in Internal Audit, or other related experience supporting an audit function
- Knowledge of audit methodology and professional practices standards (IIA)
- Strong people management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Relevant certifications preferred (CIA, CPA, CRMA, etc.)
