Audit Learning Director

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The Audit Learning Director serves as the strategic owner of the Audit & Assurance learning portfolio. This role leads the strategy, governance, development, delivery, and continuous improvement of major learning programs, including new-hire development, leadership development, annual required training, SOQM and CPE-related learning, and audit technology enablement. The Director partners with Audit leadership, Learning Operations, National Office, Quality & Risk Management, Technology, Events, instructors, facilitators, and subject‑matter experts to support the firm’s System of Quality Management, professional development, audit quality, regulatory compliance, technology adoption, and business performance.

The role also oversees learning analytics, budget stewardship, resource decisions, and recommendations regarding the continuation or evolution of learning investments.

Establish and execute a strategic learning and development plan for the Audit & Assurance practice, aligned with the business objectives, audit quality priorities, professional standards, and firm strategy. Lead the end‑to‑end lifecycle of high‑quality audit learning programs, including needs analyses, curriculum strategy, design, development, delivery, evaluation, and continuous improvement. Oversee the development and governance of audit learning content by partnering with Audit leaders, National Office subject‑matter experts, technical reviewers, Quality & Risk Management, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment with applicable standards, methodologies, and firm requirements.

Administer and oversee compliance‑related learning requirements, including SOQM risks, required audience determinations, NASBA and CPE requirements, exam administration, certification communications, documentation, and compliance reporting. Evaluate and assess the effectiveness of training programs through feedback, assessments, and performance metrics, making necessary adjustments to improve outcomes. Lead learning investment stewardship, including budget planning, cost‑benefit analysis, and recommendations regarding program continuation, expansion, redesign, or funding.

Translate quality trends, inspection themes, regulatory developments, and changes in audit methodology into curriculum priorities, required learning, and program enhancements. Coordinate with external training providers and vendors as needed, including scope, quality, service delivery, contract considerations, and performance evaluation. Foster a culture of continuous learning, professional development, quality improvement, and technology adoption across the Audit & Assurance practice. Lead and develop direct reports, providing guidance and support to ensure their professional development and performance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Education, or a related field; and CPA certification required.
• At least 8 years of experience in audit, with a strong understanding of…