Business Process Director - Internal Audit

IonQ•College Park, MD

2d•$128,445 - $167,497•Onsite

About The Position

IonQ is developing the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology. We are pushing past the limits of classical physics and current supercomputing technology to unlock a new era of computing. Quantum computing has the potential to impact every area of human society for the better. IonQ’s computers will soon redefine industries like medicine, materials science, finance, artificial intelligence, machine learning, cryptography, and more. IonQ is at the forefront of this technological revolution. The Business Process Director - Internal Audit is a high-impact leadership role responsible for steering a risk-intelligent audit function. Operating as a senior-level individual contributor, you will bridge the gap between technical control requirements and enterprise-wide strategic objectives.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Experience: 8–10+ years of progressive experience in internal audit or public accounting (Big 4 preferred).
M&A Track Record: Proven experience managing internal control transitions during business combinations or legal entity restructurings.
Technical & Professional Skills
Framework Knowledge: Mastery of GAAP, COSO Internal Control Framework, PCAOB and IIA Standards.

Nice To Haves

Industry Savvy: Strong background in manufacturing or organizations engaged in government contracting.
Systems & Data: Proficiency in ERP systems (Netsuite/Oracle).

Responsibilities

Audit Strategy & Planning
Dynamic Risk Management: Lead enterprise-wide risk assessments to develop and execute a fluid, risk-based annual audit plan aligned with organizational objectives.
Annual SOX Audit: Lead SOX control design and operating effectiveness including identification of gaps, operating deficiencies, remediation plan and partnership with process owners to optimize control environment
Continuous Monitoring: Evaluate emerging risks (geopolitical, technological, and regulatory) to ensure audit coverage remains proactive and forward-looking.
Design and execute a comprehensive ERM assessment framework to identify and evaluate high-velocity risks across strategic, operational, international, IT, and legal/compliance pillars, ensuring governance structures and audit priorities adapt to the organization’s global growth and evolving tech-sector requirements.
Business Process & Operational Excellence
End-to-End Process Mastery: Lead audits of core value streams, including Quote-to-Cash (Q2C), Procure-to-Pay (P2P), and Hire-to-Retire (H2R), identifying control gaps at critical hand-off points.
Manufacturing & Supply Chain: Evaluate controls within manufacturing environments, focusing on inventory valuation, shop floor efficiencies, Bill of Materials (BOM) accuracy, and supply chain resilience.
Root Cause Analysis: Move beyond identifying symptoms to uncovering root causes, delivering practical recommendations that improve business performance and operational velocity.
Business Combinations & M&A Integration
Integration Leadership: Lead the post-acquisition integration of newly acquired entities into the corporate Internal Control Framework.
Due Diligence & Day-1 Readiness: Support pre-acquisition due diligence and ensure acquired entities meet essential regulatory and SOX compliance requirements within established timelines.
Accounting for Combinations: Oversee the controls surrounding purchase accounting (ASC 805), including fair value measurements and the consolidation of fragmented financial systems.
Stakeholder & Executive Engagement
Trusted Advisor: Serve as a primary liaison to senior management, navigating sensitive audit findings with diplomacy and commercial acumen.
Executive Communication: Distill complex audit results into concise, actionable insights for the Audit Committee and Board of Directors.
SOX & Regulatory Compliance (GovCon Focus)
SOX Stewardship: Lead the Section 404 compliance program and coordinate with external auditors to ensure a seamless year-end execution.
GovCon Oversight: Evaluate internal controls specific to government contracting environments, ensuring compliance with FAR, DFARS, and CAS requirements.
Innovation & AI
Digital Transformation: Leverage AI and data analytics to transition from manual sampling to continuous monitoring and automated control testing.