Director Internal Audit

Fortinet•Sunnyvale, CA

1d•$173,000 - $260,000•Onsite

About The Position

Fortinet is insourcing its internal audit department. We will continue to leverage external expertise for special audits, but want to establish an internal audit function. The Director of Internal Audit will be part of the CFO’s organization’s leadership team and take direction from the Audit Committee. The role will be based out of our HQ in Sunnyvale and office attendance is expected.

Requirements

10+ years of relevant internal audit experience, ideally a mix of Big 4 public accounting firm and multinational corporate internal audit departments.
Experience with public companies is required
Familiarity with technology platforms, data-driven processes, and emerging AI-enabled solutions.
Strong problem-solving and communication skills as well as a collaborative style to find solutions is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the technology sector is preferred.
Experience with Oracle ERP, Saleforce CRM is a plus.
Understanding how AI can improve audit efficiency and experience with AI for audits.

Responsibilities

Identifying, understanding and documenting processes and procedures surrounding internal controls
Monitoring and updating on a continual basis the assessment of the control environment, keeping abreast of significant control issues, trends and developments
Identifying and assessing the implementation of new controls as necessary
Developing test plans and coordinating the performance of management testing of internal controls required by Sarbanes-Oxley
Preparing and updating a comprehensive risk-based audit plan for evaluating the effectiveness of controls in place to manage significant risk exposures, ensure the integrity and reliability of information and financial reporting, safeguard company assets, and comply with laws and regulations
Identifying and designing anti-fraud criteria and controls
Monitoring and auditing the company’s compliance with established internal controls
Establishing procedures and plans for conducting internal control audits
Reporting findings to senior management and the company’s audit committee
Conducting internal audits and support investigations as needed.
Coordinating activities with external auditors and advisors to support their audit and review procedures.