Chief, Internal Audit

Maryland Environmental Service; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life & Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

401K with employer match

Paid vacation, personal and sick leave

Eleven paid holidays per year

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Maryland Environmental Service seeks a Chief, Internal Audit to lead assessments of internal controls, processes, and financial systems at MES headquarters in Millersville, MD. The role requires strong analytical skills and expert knowledge in audit methodologies to ensure resource optimization and regulatory compliance.

The position offers a competitive salary, benefits including health/dental/vision, retirement match, and paid leave, with opportunities to mentor staff and shape MES’s control

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Financial Management, Accounting or related field.
• CIA, CISA, CPA certifications are a plus.
• At least 3 years of experience managing staff.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments of internal controls, processes, and financial systems.
• Evaluate efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance of controls to ensure proper use of resources.
• Work independently and collaboratively, managing multiple audit projects and timelines.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Financial Management / Accounting

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading team that provides environmental solutions to the public and private sectors throughout the State of Maryland. Job Description: Maryland Environmental Service has an opening for Chief, Internal Audit located at our Headquarters facility in Millersville, MD. The Chief, Internal Audit is responsible for conducting thorough and objective assessments of the organization's internal controls, processes, and financial systems. The role involves evaluating the efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance of these systems to ensure the organization's resources are utilized optimally and in accordance with established policies, regulations, and industry standards.

Estimated Pay Range

$113,064.33 - $155,463.03

Benefits

• Health Insurance with choice of medical plan and prescription
• dental
• vision
• life and disability insurance options
• along with flexible spending accounts
• 401K retirement savings program with generous agency match
• Paid vacation, personal and sick leave
• Eleven paid holidays per year
• Tuition assistance

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Financial Management, Accounting or related field plus 10 years experience within professional services or internal audit in a Federal, State, or Corporate environment which included independent, critical and analytical process examination.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CIA, CISA, CPA) are a plus.
• Candidate should have a strong understanding of internal control concepts, risk assessment, and audit methodologies, excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.
• Must have the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment, strong time management skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must have at least 3 years of experience managing staff.
• Must have a valid driver's license with less than 5 points.

Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successfully completing required pre-employment screens, to include full background check, drug & alcohol screening, and position appropriate physical.

Maryland Environmental Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. MES does not participate in programs that require sponsorship for work visas.

This open will be open until September 29, 2026.

Maryland Environmental Service was established by the General Assembly in 1970 to assist with the preservation, improvement, and management of the quality of air, land, water, and natural resources, and to promote the health and welfare of the citizens of the State. Today, MES employs over 700 teammates and operates more than 1,000 environmental projects across Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic region. As a not-for-profit business unit of the state of Maryland, MES provides multi-disciplinary environmental compliance services to enhance and protect the environment through innovative solutions to the region’s most complex environmental challenges.