Director Internal Audit

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This role demands a strategic and operational leader with a proven track record in evaluating and enhancing internal controls, processes, and risk management frameworks. As the Director of Internal Audit, you will lead a team in executing comprehensive audits, driving audit proficiency, and providing assurance on risk mitigation efforts. This role reports directly to the Senior Director of Internal Audit.

• Developing and implementing a risk-based annual audit plan for the portions of the respective business unit, evaluating the audit work program to ensure a strong scope and testing approach that aligns with industry best practices, company objectives, and addresses key risk areas.

• Collaborating with senior management within the business unit and across the organization to ensure audit plans align with strategic business objectives and provide valuable risk assurance.

• Leading, mentoring, and developing a high-performing team of audit professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and opportunities for professional growth.

• Managing all aspects of your direct team's performance, including hiring, onboarding, training, performance evaluations, and career development.

• Championing the use of analytics, operational excellence, and technology in audit procedures to improve the overall audit proficiency of the team.

• Managing the execution of operational audits and collaborate on technology-based audits, ensuring compliance with professional standards and adherence to established methodologies.

• Ensuring appropriate team compositions are in place to support operational focused audits as well as integrated audits.

• Evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, identifying and assessing potential risks and their impact on the business.

• Developing practical and value-added recommendations to strengthen internal controls, improve operational efficiency, and mitigate risks within the business unit.

• Communicating audit plans, progress, and findings to relevant stakeholders, ensuring transparency and open dialogue.

• Preparing comprehensive and insightful audit reports for senior management, effectively communicating findings, risks, and recommendations.

• Ensuring adequate follow-up on action plans associated with all applicable observations.

• Cultivating strong relationships with key stakeholders across the business unit and the broader organization, including senior management, business unit leaders, and external auditors.

• Providing insights and recommendations to senior management on emerging risks and trends, contributing to informed decision-making and proactive risk mitigation strategies, serving as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert.

• Collaborating with Senior Directors and other stakeholders to identify and lead strategic audit initiatives that align with internal audit's goals and objectives.

• Leveraging and reviewing QAIP (Quality Assurance and Improvement Program) results across the internal audit organization to identify and implement areas of improvement in the audit process.

Where You'll Be Working...

This hybrid role will have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days as set by Verizon's senior leadership.

This individual is a proven leader, possessing the ability to inspire and motivate teams, establish strategic direction, and drive impactful results within fast-paced environments. Their strong analytical and problem-solving skills empower them to think critically and make sound judgments. They demonstrate a deep understanding of internal audit principles, risk management frameworks, and relevant industry regulations. Their excellent written and verbal communication skills allow them to effectively convey complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences. As a strong team player, they excel at building trust and rapport with stakeholders at all levels. Their collaborative approach and influential nature enable them to drive positive change within an organization.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Ten or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through one or a combination of work and/or military experience, or specialized training.

• A minimum of ten years of progressive experience in internal audit, risk management, finance or a related field, with at least four years in a management role.

• Expertise in internal audit principles, risk management frameworks, and relevant industry regulations.

• A proven track record of successfully leading and managing complex audits.

• Analytical and problem-solving skills, marked by critical thinking and sound judgment.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences across all organizational levels.

• Exhibited proficiency in leadership, encompassing robust judgment, adept problem-solving, and effective decision-making capabilities.

• Experienced people leader with a proven track record of effectively managing and fostering the growth of teams while developing talent, promoting career growth, and inspiring team members at all levels.

• A proven ability to influence others and drive positive organizational change.

• Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time.

• Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., MBA, MS in Accounting).

• 2+ years of experience with leading teams of 5 or more individuals as direct reports.

• Professional certification such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information System Auditor (CISA), or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

• Experience working in the telecommunications industry or a similarly regulated environment.

• Prior work experience in a Public Accounting environment specializing in operational audit.

• Experienced in leading discussions and building solid, trustworthy relationships with executive leaders and various business stakeholders by building rapport, trust, and confidence towards internal audit.

• Experience with data analytics and the use of technology in audit procedures.

• Experience with developing audit test approaches utilizing the full suite of audit proficiencies (i.e., technology, operations, and analytics).

• The ability to review and/or perform data queries and executive summary data visualizations using SQL, Google Data Studio, Tableau, Alteryx, Qlik, or similar tools.

If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every "even better" qualification listed above.

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