Director of Internal Audit and OpEx

Director of Internal Controls & Operational ExcellenceLocation:

Confidential | HybridOur client, a large, high-growth, multi-entity organization, is seeking a Director of Internal Controls & Operational Excellence to build and lead a scalable internal control environment across the enterprise. This role offers strong visibility to executive leadership and the opportunity to shape governance, process standardization, and financial integrity during a period of expansion.

Position OverviewReporting to senior finance leadership, this individual will design, implement, and enhance the organization's internal control framework, with an initial focus on ICFR. The role will partner cross-functionally to improve processes, embed controls into business operations, and support ongoing transformation initiatives, including system implementations and acquisitions.

Key ResponsibilitiesInternal Controls & GovernanceLead development of an enterprise-wide internal control frameworkCreate and maintain process documentation, including narratives, flowcharts, and risk/control matricesEstablish control ownership, monitoring routines, and remediation processesCoordinate audit support and act as a key liaison with external advisorsDrive readiness for future regulatory compliance initiativesProcess Optimization & Close EnhancementStandardize month-end close processes, including reconciliations and approval workflowsStrengthen financial reporting accuracy, consistency, and timelinessIdentify and implement process improvements across accounting operationsRisk Assessment & AdvisoryPerform enterprise risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategiesPartner with leadership to align controls with business objectivesStrategic Initiatives & IntegrationSupport finance transformation efforts, including ERP/EPM enhancementsParticipate in system implementations, ensuring controls are embedded in future-state processesAssist with acquisition activities, including diligence, integration, and process alignmentWhat Success Looks LikeCore financial processes are documented and controlledA sustainable monitoring and remediation structure is in placeClose processes are standardized and operating efficientlyControls are embedded within systems and integration effortsCross-functional alignment on governance and accountabilityFor questions or immediate, and confidential consideration please contact Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131.