Remote Assistant Director, Internal Audit

Principal International; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 127,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Principal Financial Group is seeking an Assistant Director for its Internal Audit team. You will lead the development and execution of the enterprise audit plan using a risk-based approach, guiding risk management and assurance services across Principal’s global enterprise.

Responsibilities include evaluating key risks and controls, leveraging data analytics, and presenting results to executive management while mentoring auditors and driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of progressive Internal Audit experience, including 3+ years of people management.
• Strong understanding of audit, risk and control concepts and ability to document and communicate work performed.
• Breadth of knowledge across business operations to support credibility, relationship management and impact of audit work.
• Ability to develop understanding in technical business matters and technology concepts.
• Leadership, influence, and effective challenge skills across all levels of management including executive leadership.
• Proven experience in developing and executing strategic projects.
• CPA, CIA or equivalent certification preferred.
• Experience leading project delivery and execution.
• Proficiency in internal auditing principles and COSO knowledge.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with domestic and globally oriented teams.
• Travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of Principal’s enterprise audit plan.
• Evaluate key risks, controls, and testing strategies; oversee work by team members.
• Leverage data and analytics to drive audit insights.
• Lead concurrent high‑complexity projects and prioritize tasks across competing activities.
• Present audit results and professional opinions to stakeholders including executive management.

Skills

Internal Audit

Leadership

Communication

COSO familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Principal Financial Group is seeking an Assistant Director for its Internal Audit team. You will lead the development and execution of the enterprise audit plan using a risk-based approach, guiding risk management and assurance services across Principal’s global enterprise.

Responsibilities include evaluating key risks and controls, leveraging data analytics, and presenting results to executive management while mentoring auditors and driving continuous improvement.