Senior Director, Internal Audit - AI-Driven Risk Strategy

Geneva Search Partners LLC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Geneva Search Partners LLC in Chicago is partnered with a global organization to recruit a Senior Director of Internal Audit, offering executive exposure and influence over the audit function while prioritizing work-life balance.

The role leads a talented team and collaborates with senior executives across the company on risk strategy, operations, process improvement, data analytics and AI.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, risk, accounting or a related area.
• Leadership experience managing and developing teams.
• Experience within a publicly traded company and/or public accounting firm preferred.
• CPA, CIA, CISA or similar professional certification preferred.
• Experience using data analytics and AI within audit or finance is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing internal audit team.
• Shape the organization's risk-based audit strategy and annual audit plan.
• Partner with senior executives to identify risks and improve processes.
• Oversee operational, financial, compliance and risk-focused audits.
• Build relationships and serve as a trusted advisor to leadership.
• Use data analytics, automation and AI to improve efficiency and insight.
• Identify opportunities to improve controls, processes and performance.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives involving risk, controls and compliance.
• Mentor and develop team members and encourage internal mobility.

Skills

Leadership

Data analytics

AI

Risk assessment

Communication

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Education

CPA

CIA

CISA

Job description

Geneva Search Partners LLC in Chicago is partnered with a global organization to recruit a Senior Director of Internal Audit, offering executive exposure and influence over the audit function while prioritizing work-life balance.

The role leads a talented team and collaborates with senior executives across the company on risk strategy, operations, process improvement, data analytics and AI.