Associate Director Internal Audit

Michael Page; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 170,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an Associate Director of Internal Audit for an industrial and manufacturing client in Wallingford. The role involves developing and executing comprehensive internal audit plans, leading audit projects, and strengthening risk management, controls, and governance.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, present detailed reports to senior management, stay updated on regulations, mentor staff, and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in internal audit within industrial/manufacturing sectors.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and risk management.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects.
• Excellent communication skills for presenting findings to stakeholders.
• Relevant degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as CPA or CIA are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute internal audit plans and strategies.
• Lead and manage internal audit projects.
• Evaluate and improve risk management, controls, and governance processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address business risks.
• Prepare and present audit reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide audit team members for professional development.

Skills

Risk management

Data analysis

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Degree in accounting/finance or related field

CPA

CIA

Job description

Associate Director of Internal Audit

A company in the industrial and manufacturing sector, located in Wallingford, is seeking an Associate Director of Internal Audit. The role involves developing and executing comprehensive internal audit plans and strategies, leading and managing internal audit projects, evaluating and improving risk management, control, and governance processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and address key business risks, providing insights and recommendations to enhance operational efficiency and compliance, preparing and presenting detailed audit reports to senior management and stakeholders, staying updated on industry regulations and best practices, and mentoring and guiding audit team members to achieve professional development goals.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

A successful Associate Director of Internal Audit should have experience with internal audit processes within the industrial or manufacturing sector, strong knowledge of accounting principles and risk management practices, ability to analyze complex data and provide actionable recommendations, proficiency in leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple projects, excellent communication skills to present findings effectively to stakeholders, a relevant degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, and professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, or equivalent are a plus.

Competitive salary ranging from $170,000 to $180,000 annually, permanent position with opportunities for impactful contributions.