Internal Audit Director
Company: WD-40 Company (UK)
Location: San Diego
Posted on: November 18, 2023
Job Description:
This highly visible role requires a hands on an inclusive
technical leader to expand WD-40 Company's global audit program .
This role is ideal for a creative thinker who is able to identify
audit and assurance programs that reach beyond SOX and span across
supply chain, I.T., brand, and ESG . If you enjoy applying your
business acumen to the examination of process and celebrate living
our value of making it better than it is today, please apply. This
role will be accountable for coaching of one direct report. Most
critically, this role require s the ability to lead through
collaboration and influence rather than authority because , quite
simply, that's the way we do things at WD-40 Company . Another
nuance of this role is the need to engage your effective
communication skills and passion for process perfection to collect,
investigate, and communicate audit processes for our soon-to-be
-launched new ERP program (D365) . In other words, you and the
audit manager will need to re-create new audit processes and
standards for our new way of working and reporting data. We expect
the successful candidate will be located in Southern California . I
nternational travel is anticipated at approximately 10-15% . What
You'll Be Doing Y ou will be responsible for assisting the Audit
Committee and leadership team in the discharge of their oversight,
management and operating responsibilities by providing risk based
and objective assurance and reporting across all functions . With
the direction and support of the CFO, you will design and implement
a comprehensive worldwide internal audit program . Your technical
and leadership expertise will evaluate, monitor and ensure audit
compliance and reporting assurance.
- Report directly to the audit committee and work directly with
the audit committee chair to execute internal audit activities in
compliance with the Audit Committee approved Internal Audit
charter.
- Acts as senior-most, independent, internal control advisor to
the CEO and CFO (Chief Audit Executive) and leads the strategic
direction of the internal audit function for the company.
- Responsible for preparing and implementing a strategic
risk-based audit and assurance plan and ensure the plan is
responsive to and aligned with the risk profile of the
Company.
- Directs a comprehensive internal audit program in coordination
with the CEO, CFO and Audit Committee Chair to ensure compliance
with Company policies, GAAP, COSO, statutes and regulations.
- Issue all Internal Audit reports ensuring the reports are
clear, concise, identify root causes with practical solutions, and
ultimately provide value to management.
- Meet quarterly with the Audit Committee to report the status of
Internal Audit's ongoing monitoring activities, educate/inform the
committee of emerging risks and/or exposures (whether internal or
external to the company) that should be considered, and serve as a
"thought leader" with respect to risk management and internal
control best practices.
- Proactively inform senior management of significant risks or
exposures related to internal controls, compliance, and/or
governance requiring prompt attention.
- Leads continuous and proactive review, identification, and
assessment of emerging control risks and implementation of
mitigation strategies in accordance with an enterprise
audit/control framework.
- Disseminates, educates, and shares knowledge on best practices
to senior management, Audit Committee and throughout the
organization. Provides ad-hoc advice to support achievement of
compliance.
- Actively participate in executive management meetings and/or
committees to ensure that Internal Audit is well-informed of key
business developments that could have an impact on audit priorities
and/or plans.
- Designs and implements cost-saving initiatives to eliminate
redundant or inefficient procedures, where necessary, and promotes
continuous improvement. Provides insight into all issues, trends
and opportunities that will enhance efficiency and
effectiveness.
- Oversees relationship management with external auditors.
- When necessary, carries out investigations of alleged financial
mismanagement, loss of assets or other irregularities.
- Provides independent assurance, evaluates the adequacy and
effectiveness of SOX internal controls in responding to risks
within the organization's governance, operations, and information
systems. What You'll Bring To The Role
- Bachelor' degree, with major in accounting, finance, business,
technology, or other relevant field, preferred. Or, 20+ years of
relevant experience in lieu of formal education
- MBA or MS, preferred
- Professional Certification, CIA, CPA, CFE or CISA, preferred.
Total Rewards $145,000 - $160,000 / base salary plus 10% - 15%
profit-sharing contribution to your retirement account in addition
to the base salary . Salary is determined by multiple factors
including but not limited to relevant experience, knowledge,
skills, other job-related qualifications, and alignment with market
data.
- Medical insurance, 80-95% company-paid premium
- Dental and vision insurance
- 401K match
- Short-day Fridays
- Vacation At WD-40 Company, we believe that purpose-driven,
passionate people guided by our values create amazing outcomes. Our
"why" is refreshingly simple - we exist to create positive lasting
memories in everything we do. Why You Should Apply
- Learning-based culture that supports the growth and development
of all tribe members
- Strong values aligned culture whose #1 strategic driver is to
build a business for the future that we will be proud to hand down
to the next generation
- Over 93.3% employee engagement as of January 2022 global
employee survey
- A culture where 93% of the tribe report experience a sense of
belonging
- Voted Most Democratic Workplace and certified WorldBlu Freedom
Centered Workplace Please, only consider employment with WD-40
Company if you feel as strongly about our values as we do: We live,
breathe, and play by our values every day. At WD-40 Company we
foster a culture of inclusion where all individuals are recognized,
valued, respected, and experience a sense of belonging. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to individual characteristics that make us unique
such as our backgrounds, experiences, qualities, talents, traits,
beliefs, and preferences.
Keywords: WD-40 Company (UK), San Diego , Internal Audit Director, Accounting, Auditing , San Diego, California
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