Global Internal Audit Director | Hybrid Chicago

IFG US; Rolling Meadows (IL); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

IFG US in Chicago hybrid environment seeks an experienced Director of Internal Audit to lead risk-based assurance and advisory activities across financial services domains. This role shapes audit strategy, partners with senior leaders, and drives continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in internal audit or risk management, CPA/CIA/CISA, and proven leadership with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA, CIA, CISA or equivalent professional credential required.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, risk management, or related fields.
• 5+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience with enterprise risk management frameworks and regulated industries.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of risk-based audit and advisory engagements across operational, financial, compliance, regulatory, and strategic risk areas.
• Build and maintain relationships with senior business leaders to align audit activities with organizational priorities.
• Guide multiple audit teams through planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up activities.
• Support the development and execution of the annual audit plan based on enterprise risk assessments.
• Present audit observations, recommendations, and insights to executive leadership and governance groups.
• Monitor remediation activities and validate the timely implementation of corrective actions.
• Provide leadership, coaching, mentoring, and performance management for audit professionals.
• Participate in hiring, promotion, and workforce planning decisions.
• Limited domestic and international travel may be required.

Skills

Leadership

Relationship building

Audit planning

Risk management

Data analytics awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business

CPA

CIA

CISA

Job description

IFG US in Chicago hybrid environment seeks an experienced Director of Internal Audit to lead risk-based assurance and advisory activities across financial services domains. This role shapes audit strategy, partners with senior leaders, and drives continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in internal audit or risk management, CPA/CIA/CISA, and proven leadership with travel as needed.