Strategic Risk & Internal Controls Director

Riveron; New York (NY); On-site; USD 165,000 - 272,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO

Job summary

Riveron is a leading governance, risk and compliance firm helping organizations address key risks through practical, hands-on partnerships. We seek a senior leader to oversee advisory services in internal controls, SOX compliance, and risk management, delivering strategic oversight and mentoring teams.

You will develop engagement plans, manage executive-level client relationships, and drive growth while staying ahead of emerging risk areas.

Qualifications

• CPA or CIA preferred and advanced accounting credentials.
• 10+ years in external audit, risk advisory, or related field with leadership experience.
• Proven ability to manage and lead complex engagements with strategic oversight.
• Strong mentoring and team-development experience in a collaborative environment.
• Deep knowledge of business risks, internal controls over financial reporting, SOX, and COSO.

Responsibilities

• Lead advisory services in internal controls, SOX compliance, and risk advisory.
• Develop and execute engagement plans and assess internal control environments.
• Serve as executive-level liaison with clients, ensuring alignment on goals and deliverables.
• Drive growth of the advisory practice and enhance methodologies and service offerings.
• Maintain technical competency and apply control techniques per COSO/COBIT standards.

Skills

Risk advisory

SOX compliance

COSO framework

Client relationships

Leadership

Mentoring

Strategic direction

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CIA Certification

Job description

Riveron is a leading governance, risk and compliance firm helping organizations address key risks through practical, hands-on partnerships. We seek a senior leader to oversee advisory services in internal controls, SOX compliance, and risk management, delivering strategic oversight and mentoring teams.

You will develop engagement plans, manage executive-level client relationships, and drive growth while staying ahead of emerging risk areas.