Deputy Director, Internal Audit
$140,000–$150,000 year
On-siteNew York City, New York, United States or New York, United States
Job Summary
Lead the annual risk assessment and co-develop a dynamic, risk-based internal audit plan incorporating assurance and advisory work. Plan, execute, and review audits covering financial, operational, compliance, IT/cyber, and specialized areas while ensuring documented evidence and actionable reports for management and the Audit Committee. Oversee timely remediation tracking, validate management actions address root causes, and maintain the Quality Assurance and Improvement Program including external quality assessments. Supervise and develop junior auditors, manage vendor resources, and expand the use of data analytics and continuous monitoring to improve coverage. Partner with key internal departments on control improvements and lead management-requested advisory projects enhancing organizational effectiveness.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field
- 7–10+ years of progressively responsible internal audit (or closely related) experience, including leading complex audits and presenting to senior stakeholders
- Supervisory experience managing auditors and reviewing audit workpapers and reports
- Solid knowledge of internal control frameworks and the IIA Standards/IPPF
- Familiarity with applicable Government Auditing Standards for public-sector work
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to craft concise, actionable reports and present to senior leadership and the Audit Committee
- Strong data analytical skills used in continuous monitoring and audit context
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and audit management and documentation tools
Desired Qualifications
- Professional certification such as CIA, CPA, or CISA
- Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MPA, MSA) or graduate-level coursework in auditing, accounting, public administration, information systems, or related fields
- Experience operating in a public-sector or mission-driven environment and working with government policies, regulations, and audit requirements
- Demonstrated leadership of a QAIP, and direct experience coordinating an external QAR for Internal Audit
- Hands-on experience with IT/cybersecurity, third-party/vendor risk, and data analytics in audit contexts
- Proficiency with OpsAudit
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