Director of Internal Audit & Controls Excellence

PacifiCorp; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 155,000 - 214,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401k with match

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Mass Transit Pass

Job summary

PacifiCorp in Portland, OR seeks a Director of Audit to lead the internal audit function, shaping a risk-based strategy and partnering with senior leadership to ensure controls effectiveness and governance.

The role requires a CPA or CIA with 10+ years in audit/risk, plus strong leadership to build a high-performance team across finance and IT. On-site, with a comprehensive benefits package and up to 20% annual incentive.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• CPA or CIA certification required.
• 10+ years in audit, risk management, or compliance, with 5+ years in leadership.
• Strong knowledge of auditing standards and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Act as principal internal audit leader for PacifiCorp’s audit function.
• Establish and maintain Audit department standards and policies.
• Conduct annual risk and fraud assessments to develop the audit plan.
• Develop goals, KPIs, and monitor progress against plan.
• Coordinate SOX testing of internal controls over financial reporting.
• Collaborate across business and IT to identify risks and drive improvements.
• Communicate findings and remediation plans to management.
• Interface with external auditors and Berkshire Hathaway Audit Committee regularly.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the audit team.

Skills

Audit leadership

SOX testing

Regulatory knowledge

Team management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration

CPA or CIA certification

Job description

PacifiCorp in Portland, OR seeks a Director of Audit to lead the internal audit function, shaping a risk-based strategy and partnering with senior leadership to ensure controls effectiveness and governance.

The role requires a CPA or CIA with 10+ years in audit/risk, plus strong leadership to build a high-performance team across finance and IT. On-site, with a comprehensive benefits package and up to 20% annual incentive.