Director, Internal Audit

Element Fleet Management • Baltimore, MD

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

We’re looking for a strategic leader to join our team as Director, Internal Audit. In this role, you will support the Internal Audit & Controls function in delivering independent, risk-based assurance over the organization’s governance, risk management, and internal control environment. This role is accountable for executing high-quality audits, identifying meaningful risks and control gaps, and driving timely remediation to strengthen business processes and compliance. Success is measured by the effectiveness of audit insights, the resolution of identified issues, and the overall improvement in the organization’s control environment and risk posture.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or related field.
• 10+ years in internal/external audit or risk management.
• 5+ years in leadership.
• CPA, CIA, or CISA required.
• Strong knowledge of COSO, SOX, and audit methodologies.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment with occasional travel.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in public company/SOX environment.
• Additional certifications such as CRMA, CISSP, or CFE.
• Familiarity with IT controls and frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and COBIT.
• Proven ability to lead teams and effectively engage senior/executive leadership.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with data analytics and audit automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end execution of the approved audit plan, ensuring audits are performed in accordance with IIA standards and internal methodologies.
• Oversee financial, operational, and compliance audits, ensuring consistent quality, depth, and risk focus.
• Review audit workpapers, testing results, and reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, and clarity of findings.
• Ensure audits are delivered on time and within scope, with actionable and business-relevant recommendations.
• Support in developing and maintaining the risk-based audit plan through continuous risk assessment activities.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, governance, and risk management processes.
• Act as a primary liaison between Internal Audit and business/unit leadership.
• Communicate audit scope, findings, and recommendations in a clear, concise, and business-focused manner.
• Oversee the audit issue tracking and remediation validation process.
• Manage and develop a team of audit professionals, providing coaching, performance management, and career development.

Benefits

• A culture of innovation, empowerment, decision-making, and accountability
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits that serve the needs of you and your family and foster a culture of wellness
• Additional benefits and amenities, including paid time-off programs (vacation, sick leave, and holidays)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager