Internal Audit Director

Salary Range: $175,000 - $220,000 depending on experience.

This position is required to be on-site, Monday through Friday.

NO STAFFING AGENCY CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Internal Audit Director to join our office in Sylmar, CA. Provide independent, objective assurance and advisory services designed to add value and improve operations. Responsible for leading and executing a comprehensive risk‑based internal audit program covering IT, operational, financial, and compliance audits, while partnering with senior leadership to strengthen governance, risk management, and internal controls.

The position requires a strong combination of IT audit expertise and traditional internal audit experience, as well as proven leadership, strategic thinking, delivering practical, value‑added recommendations, and stakeholder management capabilities.

• Oversee and lead a risk‑based internal audit strategy covering construction operations, major projects, joint ventures, IT systems, and corporate functions.
• Manage the execution of all SOX 404 compliance, contract reviews (covering but not limited to project controls, cost management, contract administration, claims, change orders and compliance).
• Provide leadership over IT audits, including ERP systems, cybersecurity, data governance, and system implementations.
• Oversee audits of IT general controls (ITGCs), including access management, change management, and IT operations.
• Evaluate application controls, system interfaces, and automated business processes.
• Partner with IT leadership to assess technology risks and remediation efforts.
• Build strong relationships with business and IT leaders while maintaining audit independence.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the internal audit team and manage co‑sourced partners. Review audit work papers and reports to ensure quality, consistency, and value‑added recommendations.
• Ensure audit practices align with IIA standards and industry best practices.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive internal audit experience, including leadership of complex IT and enterprise audits.
• Experience interacting with executive leadership and Audit Committees.
• Certifications:
  
  CPA, CIA, and/or CISA.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence without authority.
• Strong business acumen with a consultative mindset.
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks (COSO, COBIT).
• Strong IT audit background, including ERP systems and cybersecurity risk management.
• Experience with JDEdwards, Work Day, Pro Core strongly preferred.
• Experience with risk assessments, audit planning, and audit management tools.
• Deep understanding of construction project risk, job costing, revenue recognition, and operational controls.

• Master’s degree in business, finance, or related discipline.
• Experience in a complex, global, or regulated environment.
• Background in both public accounting and internal audit.
• Strong business acumen with a technology‑forward perspective.
• Experience using data analytics and continuous auditing techniques.
• Collaborative and team oriented.
• Communicates clearly with colleagues and stakeholders.

Equal Opportunity Employer