Associate Director - Risk & Compliance (Internal Audit & SOX)

Cross Country Consulting; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

401(k) matching

Parental leave

Job summary

CrossCountry Consulting is seeking an Associate Director to lead risk and advisory engagements, guiding delivery teams and developing junior members. You will drive client solutions in financial and operational risk, while expanding service offerings and maintaining strong client relationships.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in professional services, experience with internal controls, and a demonstrated ability to mentor staff.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional services experience leading complex engagements.
• Experience with business process, financial and operational risks and internal controls.
• Ability to work with AI tools and adhere to governance policies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects with multiple workstreams, including Internal Audit Outsourcing/Co-sourcing and SOX/GRc.
• Develop scope and approach using digital tools and data-driven techniques.
• Mentor team members by coaching and providing feedback and reviews.
• Drive strategic direction by monitoring industry trends and creating new services.
• Assist in generating new and add-on business opportunities and delivery methodologies.
• Provide excellent client service and manage client relationships as liaison between clients and project teams.
• Contribute to AI-enabled client solutions in line with data protection and professional standards.
• Stay informed about emerging AI tools and opportunities to improve processes.
• Support team in resolving multi-faceted issues.

Skills

Client relationship management

AI tool adoption

Mentoring junior staff

Leadership of complex engagements

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CIA, CPA, or CFE certification preferred

Job description

From the beginning, our goal was to establish an advisory firm that stands apart from the rest – one that is grounded in our Core Values and dedicated to creating a positive experience not just for our clients, but for our people too. We firmly believe in the strength of collaboration, enthusiasm, generosity, and perseverance as the driving forces behind our success. With advisory solutions spanning accounting and risk, technology-enabled transformation, and transactions, we partner with our clients to solve today’s challenges and deliver present and future value.

Our commitment to our people has earned us numerous awards including Inc5000's Fastest Growing Companies and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work. Explore what our employees have to say about our unique culture by clicking here.

By joining our rapidly growing Risk and Advisory practice you will serve as a trusted partner to our clients. You’ll bring your first-hand experience, unique perspectives, and functional knowledge of business processes, accounting, and financial reporting to deliver tailored integrated solutions that help our clients solve today's challenges and set the foundation for future success. As an Associate Director at CrossCountry Consulting specializing in financial and operational risk you will be responsible for a mix of client delivery, leading teams and developing junior team members, and participating in business development activities.

What You’ll Do:

• Oversee projects with multiple workstreams, including Internal Audit Outsourcing/Co-sourcing. Sarbanes‑Oxley Compliance (SOX), and Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC).
• Develop a corresponding scope and approach that maximizes, leverages digital tools and data driven techniques.
• Play an active role in attracting, interviewing, hiring, and retaining top talent.
• Drive the strategic direction of the practice by actively monitoring industry trends, identifying emerging opportunities, and creating new services and solutions that meet market needs.
• Assist in generating new and add‑on business opportunities, developing delivery methodologies, and introducing new service offerings.
• Provide excellent client service and develop and nurture client relationships, serving as a liaison between clients and project teams, understanding their business needs, and delivering responsive and high‑quality service.
• Contribute to developing and implementing firm-approved, AI-enabled solutions for clients, in accordance with company policies on data protection, intellectual property, and professional standards.
• Stay informed about emerging AI tools and techniques and collaborate with firm leadership to identify compliant opportunities to enhance client solutions and internal processes.
• Mentor team members by coaching colleagues, providing regular ongoing feedback and annual performance reviews, and helping project teams resolve multi‑faced issues.

What You’ll Bring:

• 10+ years of professional services experience leading complex engagements at a Big Four accounting firm, leading consulting firm, or commensurate experience in the retail, manufacturing, telecommunications sector (non‑financial services).
• Expertise working with business process, financial, and operational risks and internal controls.
• Comfort with AI: Demonstrated ability to responsibly explore and adopt firm‑approved AI tools to enhance productivity and innovation.
• Continuous Learning Mindset: Openness to learning and applying emerging technologies including AI and automation in alignment with firm policies and client standards.
• Experience mentoring and developing junior team members.
• Consistent success in building and developing strong client relationships.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CIA, CPA, or CFE certification preferred

For applicants located in Virginia, CrossCountry Consulting is required to include an estimate of the compensation range for this role. The following range takes into account a wide range of factors including but not limited to, skills, experience, education, licenses, certifications, business needs, and internal equity. An estimate of the current range is $145,000 - $200,000 per year + annual bonus + additional benefits.

Benefits Summary

The CrossCountry total rewards package includes comprehensive healthcare options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; and a 401(k) with company matching. Additionally, employees can take advantage of generous parental and maternity leave policies, technology stipends, and wellness reimbursement programs, all designed to support both professional growth and personal well-being. For detailed information about benefits at CrossCountry, please visit our dedicated benefits site: https://www.crosscountry-consulting.com/careers/benefits/

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

CrossCountry provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employeesand applicants for employment and believes that respect and fair treatment are critical to creating a productive and inclusive workplace.

As an equal opportunity employer, CrossCountry is fully committed to comply with all federal, state, and local laws and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, pregnancy, genetics, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression or any other protected characteristic. The company also complies with pay transparency and labor laws applicable to all terms and conditions of employment.