Chief Auditor at Jobgether – United States
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About This Position
This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Chief Auditor in United States.
This is a senior leadership role responsible for shaping and executing the internal audit strategy across a fast-growing, multi-entity financial services organization. You will oversee enterprise-wide audit activities, ensuring strong internal controls, effective risk management, and full compliance with regulatory and industry standards. Acting as a key advisor to executive leadership, you will translate complex risk landscapes into clear, actionable insights that support strategic decision-making. The role requires a strong balance of technical audit expertise, leadership capability, and business acumen in a dynamic, private-equity–backed environment. You will also lead and develop a high-performing audit team while fostering a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement. This position offers high visibility and direct impact on organizational governance, financial integrity, and operational resilience.
- Design and execute a comprehensive internal audit strategy aligned with organizational objectives and risk priorities.
- Oversee enterprise-wide internal controls, ensuring effectiveness, compliance, and alignment with applicable regulations and industry standards.
- Lead risk assessment activities to identify, evaluate, and prioritize key financial, operational, and compliance risks.
- Present audit findings, insights, and recommendations to the CFO and senior leadership, supporting data-driven decision-making.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the audit function, incorporating industry best practices and evolving regulatory requirements.
- Manage and develop a high-performing audit team, setting clear goals, performance metrics, and providing ongoing coaching and feedback.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with finance and business leaders to enhance audit efficiency and organizational alignment.
- Ensure timely execution of audit plans, reporting cycles, and remediation tracking across business units.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (advanced degree or certifications such as CPA, CIA, or CISA preferred).
- 10+ years of internal audit experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership or management role.
- Strong expertise in internal audit frameworks, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
- Proven leadership experience building and managing audit teams in complex, fast-paced environments.
- Experience in insurance, employee benefits, financial services, or private equity–backed organizations is highly desirable.
- Strong ability to communicate complex financial and risk concepts to executive-level stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to assess enterprise risk and develop practical, actionable mitigation strategies.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and decision-making skills with high attention to detail.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, growth-oriented organization with evolving priorities.
Benefits:
- Competitive annual salary ranging from $300,000 to $365,000, plus performance-based bonus eligibility.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, life, and disability insurance coverage.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan.
- Generous paid time off and holiday policies.
- Fully remote work environment.
- Opportunities to contribute at a senior executive level with high organizational impact.
- Inclusive workplace culture committed to professional growth and collaboration.