Head of Internal Audit & Controls

State of Connecticut - DOC Central Office; Wethersfield (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Connecticut’s Department of Correction invites applications for a full-time Director of Internal Audit at the Central Office in Wethersfield. This leadership role directs staff, oversees the internal audit program, and ensures compliance with laws and regulations while improving controls and accountability.

Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in financial and operational analysis, policy development, and staff supervision, with CPA/CIA/CFE certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Nine (9) years of professional experience in financial and operational analysis.
• Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in a supervisory capacity.
• Substitutions allowed: Bachelor's degree for experience; a Master's may substitute for one year.
• Incumbents may possess CPA, CIA or CFE certification as preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs staff and operations of the internal audit program.
• Formulates program goals and objectives and develops procedures.
• Interprets and administers applicable laws and regulations; evaluates staff.
• Plans and directs financial examinations of fiscal operations within the department.
• Prepares or assists in the preparation of the program budget.

Skills

Leadership & staff supervision

Audit & internal controls

Accounting principles

Oral & written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Master's degree substitution for one year experience

Job description

The State of Connecticut’s Department of Correction invites applications for a full-time Director of Internal Audit at the Central Office in Wethersfield. This leadership role directs staff, oversees the internal audit program, and ensures compliance with laws and regulations while improving controls and accountability.

Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in financial and operational analysis, policy development, and staff supervision, with CPA/CIA/CFE certification preferred.