Internal Audit Consultant (Policy & Practice)

Oliver James; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Oliver James is seeking an Internal Audit Consultant to join its Policy & Practice team in Columbus, OH. The role focuses on governance, oversight, and continuous improvement of Internal Audit policies and practices, ensuring alignment with professional standards and consistent audit work.

The position operates on a hybrid schedule with two in-office days per week and requires 6+ years of audit-related experience, preferably Big 4 or public accounting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or preferred in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in Internal Audit, external audit, risk management, or related area.
• Big 4 or public accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of audit methodology, professional auditing standards, risk assessment, internal controls, and audit execution.
• Hands-on experience across multiple stages of the audit lifecycle.
• Familiarity with IIA Global Internal Audit Standards preferred.
• CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, PMP, or another relevant professional certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead governance and maintenance of Internal Audit policies, procedures, methodology, job aids, and guidance.
• Monitor changes to auditing standards and ensure methodology remains current and compliant.
• Ensure audit engagements are consistent with internal methodology and IIA standards.
• Monitor adherence to audit practice requirements across documentation, testing, and re-performance.
• Partner with QA and leadership to evaluate methodology exceptions and remediation.
• Identify areas requiring additional audit work, documentation, or remediations.
• Provide guidance to audit teams on methodology and professional standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance consistency and quality across Internal Audit.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to implement methodology enhancements and evolving standards.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives and drive evolution of the Internal Audit function.

Skills

Audit governance

Policy development

Professional standards

Stakeholder communication

Project management

Change management

Audit lifecycle

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

Internal Audit Consultant (Policy & Practice)

We are partnered with a leading Fortune 100 insurance organization seeking a Consultant to join its Internal Audit Policy & Practice team. This individual will play a key role in the governance, oversight, and continuous improvement of Internal Audit methodology, policies, and practices, helping ensure audit work is performed consistently and in alignment with professional standards. The role offers broad exposure across the Internal Audit function, partnering closely with audit leadership, Quality Assurance, and audit teams to strengthen methodology and drive continuous improvement.

This position is based in Columbus, OH and follows a hybrid schedule with 2 days per week in the office.

Responsibilities

• Lead the governance and ongoing maintenance of Internal Audit policies, procedures, methodology, job aids, and related guidance
• Monitor changes to professional auditing standards and ensure audit methodology and documentation remain current and compliant
• Help ensure audit engagements are executed consistently in accordance with internal methodology and IIA Global Internal Audit Standards
• Monitor adherence to audit practice requirements across documentation, testing, and re-performance expectations
• Partner with Quality Assurance and Internal Audit leadership to evaluate methodology exceptions and determine appropriate remediation
• Identify areas requiring additional audit work, documentation, or methodology corrections to maintain audit quality
• Provide guidance to audit teams on methodology, professional standards, and audit practices
• Support continuous improvement initiatives designed to enhance consistency, quality, and effectiveness across the Internal Audit function
• Partner with stakeholders across Internal Audit to implement methodology enhancements and evolving professional standards
• Contribute to broader strategic initiatives and serve as a change agent as the Internal Audit function continues to evolve

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
• 6+ years of experience within Internal Audit, external audit, risk management, or a related area
• Big 4 or public accounting experience strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of audit methodology, professional auditing standards, risk assessment, internal controls, and audit execution
• Hands-on experience across multiple stages of the audit lifecycle
• Familiarity with IIA Global Internal Audit Standards strongly preferred
• CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, PMP, or another relevant professional certification preferred
• Insurance or financial services experience beneficial but not required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively advise audit professionals and senior stakeholders
• Strong project management, critical-thinking, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high standards for audit quality and documentation