Director, Internal Audit

Copeland

The Role

Overview

Lead internal audit function, advise senior management, ensure compliance and risk mitigation.

Key Responsibilities

  • audit reporting
  • internal controls
  • risk management
  • external audits
  • team development
  • stakeholder management

Tasks

-Foster a culture of strong ethics and integrity within the internal audit team, ensuring adherence to professional standards and ethical principles -Provide insights and recommendations to enhance operational efficiency, strengthen risk management practices, and improve overall governance processes -Maintain team engagement through continuous conversation and action planning -Establish audit programs, audit documentation, findings, recommendations, work papers, and audit reports to ensure consistency and quality of work -Assisting in providing strategic leadership and direction to the internal audit team, fostering a culture of excellence, continuous improvement, and professional development -Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify areas of potential risk and action plans -Take a lead role in defining an internal control framework in preparation for SOX compliance -Serve as a point of contact for external auditors, ensuring effective coordination of audit activities and timely resolution of any identified issues or concerns -Develop strong working relationships with key stakeholders across the organization, establishing yourself as a trusted partner who understands business objectives and challenges -Assisting in establishing departmental goals and objectives in alignment with the organization's overall strategy -Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging risks, and best practices in internal audit to provide thought leadership and ensure that the organization remains ahead of regulatory requirements -Recruit, train and develop direct reports, providing guidance on career progression, skill development, and professional growth opportunities -Act as a trusted advisor to senior management, providing expert guidance and recommendations on internal control matters, risk mitigation strategies, and process improvements

Requirements

  • oracle
  • auditboard
  • cpa
  • mba
  • sox
  • big four

What You Bring

-Minimum of 15 years experience, with 10 years at an internal audit senior leadership role -Experience with Oracle ERP systems -Experience in conducting ERM and risk-based audits and preparing detailed audit reports -Thorough understanding of auditing standards, techniques, tools (ACL, IDEA, or similar), frameworks -Experience in establishing and optimizing on continuous auditing techniques and tools including implementation of AuditBoard tools (SOXHUB, OpsAudit and WorkStream) -MBA or advanced degree -Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), and or Certified Information System Auditor (CISA) professional certification is required -Working knowledge of implementation of Sarbanes-Oxley requirements -Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or related field -Prior experience with a big four accounting firm at a managerial level is a prerequisite -Experience with a multinational organization and managing international teams -Strong PowerPoint skills with the ability to create clear, executive-level presentation

The Company

About Copeland

-They are a trusted name in providing advanced solutions for both residential and commercial sectors. -Their products range from energy-efficient compressors to cutting-edge refrigeration technology. -Copeland has been a key player in the global push for sustainability, offering energy-saving solutions. -The company frequently partners with global brands, delivering impactful projects in industrial and commercial sectors. -They are known for creating custom solutions tailored to the unique needs of each project. -A standout achievement includes their work in the energy and utilities sectors, delivering high-efficiency cooling and heating solutions. -Copeland’s legacy is built on innovation, quality, and a commitment to improving refrigeration technology.

Sector Specialisms

Commercial

Industrial

Cold Chain

Residential

Biomass Electrical Contracting

Electrical Design and Construction

Electrical Distribution

Electrical Instrumentation

Electrical Substation

Electrical Transmission

Electrical Maintenance

Electrical Repair

Electrical New Construction

Specialty Electrical Services

Information Technology Consulting

Managed IT Services

Microsoft Solutions Integration

Visa Sponsorship

-no sponsorship; only candidates authorized to work in the us will be considered.