Global Director, Internal Audit & Risk Leadership

Eaton Corporation

Waukesha (WI)

On-site

USD 182,000 - 266,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Eaton Corporation is seeking a Director of Internal Audit to lead a global FinOps Internal Audit portfolio, aligning to assigned businesses and regions, with focus on financial, operational, and enterprise risks.

The role builds trusted relationships with senior leaders, directs risk-based audits, and champions data analytics and digitization to improve controls and provide actionable insights to executive leadership.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
Minimum 10 years of progressive professional experience in public accounting, internal audit, finance, controllership, operations, or related risk and assurance functions.
Minimum 3 years of people-management experience.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

Lead Internal Audit leadership and set strategy, priorities, and continuous improvement.
Own relationships with senior leaders across businesses, regions, and processes.
Develop and execute a global, risk-based portfolio of audits informed by risk assessments and priorities.
Direct audit planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up for quality and timeliness.
Translate findings into actionable executive insights and drive remediation.
Provide advisory support for major initiatives while maintaining independence.
Coordinate risk coverage with SOX, ERM, IT Audit, cybersecurity, and external teams.
Lead, develop, and retain a high-performing global team.