VP, Head of Internal Audit, Orthopedics

Brighter Signals; Raynham (MA); On-site; USD 199,000 - 367,000; Full time

Job summary

The Head of Internal Audit at Johnson & Johnson’s DePuy Synthes unit leads the global audit strategy and strengthens governance, risk management, and controls across the organization.

This senior role offers enterprise-wide visibility during transformations, requiring leadership of global teams, collaboration with the Audit Committee, and strong business acumen. PhD-level qualifications not required but CPA/CIA/CISA preferred.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive internal audit, risk management, or related leadership experience.
• Deep expertise in internal audit practices, internal controls, and risk management frameworks.
• Proven ability to advise executive leadership.
• Experience leading large, global audit teams in a complex, matrixed organization.
• Strong judgment, integrity, and ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead the global internal audit strategy across all business areas.
• Provide independent assurance on governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks.
• Partner with executive leadership and the Audit Committee to communicate audit results, key risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Oversee audits related to financial reporting, operational effectiveness, compliance, and information technology controls.
• Advise management on emerging risks, control enhancements, and best practices.
• Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements, professional audit standards, and governance expectations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop internal audit leaders and teams, fostering a high‑performance and ethical culture.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in audit methodologies, analytics, and tools.

Skills

Budget Management

Developing Others

Financial Analysis

Financial Competence

Financial Forecasting

Financial Management

Financial Planning

Financial Risk Management

Forward Thinking

Inclusive Leadership

Industry Analysis

Leadership

New Program Development

Regulatory Compliance

Strategic Analysis

Strategic Change

Tactical Planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration

MBA or other advanced degree

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function

Finance

Job Sub Function

Multi-Family Finance

Job Category

People Leader

All Job Posting Locations

Raynham, Massachusetts, United States of America

Job Description

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a(n) Head of Internal Audit, located in Raynham, Massachusetts.

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopedics business to establish a standalone orthopedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.

Job Overview

The Head of Internal Audit is a senior leader responsible for providing independent, objective assurance and advisory services that strengthen governance, risk management, and internal controls across DePuy Synthes. This role plays a critical part in protecting the organization’s integrity and enabling strategic objectives by identifying risks, driving continuous improvement, and advising executive leadership and the Board. The position offers significant enterprise‑wide visibility and influence, particularly during periods of transformation and growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the global internal audit strategy, including risk‑based audit planning, execution, and reporting across all business areas.
• Provide independent assurance on the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks.
• Partner with executive leadership and the Audit Committee to communicate audit results, key risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Oversee audits related to financial reporting, operational effectiveness, compliance, and information technology controls.
• Advise management on emerging risks, control enhancements, and best practices.
• Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements, professional audit standards, and corporate governance expectations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop internal audit leaders and teams, fostering a high‑performance and ethical culture.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in audit methodologies, analytics, and tools.

Qualifications

Education

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Preferred: MBA or other advanced degree.

Experience and Skills

Required

• Typically requires 12+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, external audit, risk management, or related fields, with significant senior leadership responsibility.
• Deep expertise in internal audit practices, internal controls, and risk management frameworks.
• Proven ability to advise executive leadership.
• Experience leading large, global audit teams in a complex, matrixed organization.
• Strong judgment, integrity, and ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters.

Preferred

• Experience in a multinational or highly regulated industry.
• Background supporting large‑scale transformations, separations, or integrations.
• Exposure to technology, cybersecurity, and data analytics audits.
• Prior experience interacting with Audit Committees or Boards of Directors.
• Demonstrated change leadership and continuous improvement mindset.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex risk and control topics.

Other

• Language: Proficiency in English (written and spoken).
• Travel: Limited domestic and international travel as required.
• Certifications: CPA, CIA, CISA, or similar certifications preferred but not required.

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Required Skills

Budget Management, Developing Others, Financial Analysis, Financial Competence, Financial Forecasting, Financial Management, Financial Planning, Financial Risk Management (FRM), Forward Thinking, Inclusive Leadership, Industry Analysis, Leadership, New Program Development, Regulatory Compliance, Strategic Analysis, Strategic Change, Tactical Planning

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$199,000.00 - $366,850.00