Vice President Internal Audit

01 VITALANT; Scottsdale (AZ); Hybrid; USD 208,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Vitalant in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking a Vice President, Internal Audit to lead the design and execution of a risk-based internal audit program. You will partner with senior management and the Audit Committee to set charter, scope, and priorities, while directing audits across financial, operational, and compliance processes.

You will develop action plans, supervise a team, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote operational excellence aligned with our mission to save and improve lives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• MBA preferred.
• Knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, and COSO framework.
• CPA/CIA/CISA certification required.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead a comprehensive, risk-based internal audit program aligned with mission and risk priorities.
• Partner with senior management and Audit Committee to define charter, scope, authority, and priorities.
• Assess enterprise-wide risks and develop annual and long-term audit plans for approval.
• Direct risk-based audits, advisory projects, and investigations per IIA standards.
• Evaluate controls, regulatory compliance, asset protection, and financial reporting accuracy.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to Audit Committee and leadership.
• Develop corrective action plans, timelines, and metrics to monitor risk mitigation.
• Coordinate external audits and collaborate with agencies to support requirements.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members; ensure staffing and resources.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Risk management

Team coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

MBA

Job description

At Vitalant, the impact you make doing work that is purposeful, meaningful, and worthwhile is vital. As a member of our non-profit organization, you can be impact-inspired to provide vital clinical services to communities nationwide, vital products to those in need of a donor's generosity, or vital scientific research that advances blood safety worldwide.

Work Shift (if applicable)

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Job Description

Vitalant is currently seeking a VP, Internal Audit to help advance our mission to save and improve lives through blood donation, research, and innovation by strengthening organizational accountability, managing enterprise risk, and promoting operational excellence. Reporting to the EVP/Chief Financial Officer and the Audit Committee of the Board of Trustees, this role leads the design and implementation of Vitalant's internal audit program, including audit planning, risk assessments, control testing, and compliance with organizational standards and applicable laws. The VP, Internal Audit leads a team responsible for evaluating financial controls and business processes, identifying opportunities to mitigate risk, and providing strategic guidance to improve organizational efficiency and effectiveness.

Compensation

$208,000 - $260,000

This hybrid position is based in Scottsdale, AZ and requires working onsite three days per week and from an at-home office two days per week.

As the VP of Internal Audit, you'll get to:

• Establish and lead a comprehensive, risk-based internal audit program aligned with Vitalant's mission, vision, strategic objectives, and organizational risk management priorities.
• Partner with senior management and the Audit Committee to define the internal audit function's charter, scope, authority, and priorities.
• Assess enterprise-wide risks and develop annual and long-term audit plans for Audit Committee approval.
• Direct risk-based financial, operational, systems, and compliance audits, advisory projects, and investigations in accordance with Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards and professional ethics.
• Evaluate internal controls, business processes, regulatory compliance, asset protection, and financial reporting accuracy to identify risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Communicate audit findings, risk assessments, and recommendations to the Audit Committee, senior management, and other stakeholders.
• Develop corrective action plans, timelines, and performance metrics to monitor implementation of audit recommendations and risk mitigation measures.
• Coordinate external audits and collaborate with external agencies to support audit activities and requirements.
• Develop communication and education strategies to promote awareness of the internal audit function and stakeholder responsibilities.
• Ensure adequate staffing, expertise, and resources to execute the audit plan effectively, including evaluating outsourcing options.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members through performance management, engagement, and professional development.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), external regulations, and quality customer service expectations.

REQUIREMENTS

KNOWLEDGE/EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• MBA preferred.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, including GAAP and GAAS, internal audit standards, COSO risk framework, required.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• CPA/CIA/CISA certification required.

EXPERIENCE

• Fifteen years of experience in audit, governance, risk, assurance, and compliance required.
• Experience in cutting edge audit techniques, including data science, predictive analytics, and risk reviews.
• Experience in assessing an organization's risk profile and developing strategies to mitigate identified risks.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Must possess the skills and abilities to successfully perform all assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality and build sound relationships across Vitalant.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with others to reach mutually agreeable outcomes.
• Must be able to clarify detailed, complex data into concise information appropriate for the relevant audience as well as the ability to write with simplicity and clarity. Excellent report-writing skills are required.
• Excellent presentation and training skills including the ability to engage audiences with credibility.
• Must be able to operate comfortably in ambiguous situations independently.
• Must have analytical, statistical, personal organization, team and relationship building, independent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Must be comfortable voicing/supporting different perspectives that may challenge individuals the VP is working with.
• Self-directed, innovative, and able to assess financial and operational data applying quantitative and qualitative analytical audit techniques.
• Must have proficient computer skills.

Location

9305 East Via de Ventura

Scottsdale, AZ 85258

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