Internal Audit Leader: AI-Driven Risk & Controls

Jobtailor; Illinois; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a senior internal audit leader to drive assurance programs across industries. You will lead audits to strengthen financial controls, assess governance, and apply data analytics to improve decisions. Collaboration with clients and teams will shape risk management and audit delivery models.

The role emphasizes mentoring, clear communication of findings, and applying analytical thinking to complex issues, ensuring audit quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• At least 6 years of experience in internal audit or related field.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Experience leading teams and mentoring others.
• Proficiency in auditing methodologies and governance processes.
• Ability to communicate audit findings clearly to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal audit projects to assess financial statements and controls.
• Evaluate regulatory compliance and governance processes to mitigate risk.
• Incorporate AI and risk technology to optimize audit services.
• Collaborate with clients to transform and manage audit functions across industries.
• Apply data analysis to improve business processes and decision making.
• Develop and implement auditing methodologies to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Manage stakeholder relationships to address governance challenges.
• Coach and mentor teams to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
• Convey clear, actionable audit findings and recommendations.
• Guide teams through complex situations with strategic focus.

Skills

Internal audit

Data analysis

Auditing methodologies

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Risk assessment

Governance

Analytical thinking

AI in audit

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking a senior internal audit leader to drive assurance programs across industries. You will lead audits to strengthen financial controls, assess governance, and apply data analytics to improve decisions. Collaboration with clients and teams will shape risk management and audit delivery models.

The role emphasizes mentoring, clear communication of findings, and applying analytical thinking to complex issues, ensuring audit quality and continuous improvement.