Director, Internal Audit

Corus International • Washington, DC

4d • $102,000 - $163,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Corus International is seeking a Director, Internal Audit to join our Finance and Administration team at the Headquarters in Washington, DC. The Director reports to the Managing Director, Finance & Administration. The Director, Internal Audit will serve as a subject matter expert responsible for leading and advancing the internal audit function across all Corus entities This role will oversee a team of two Senior Managers of Internal Audit and direct complex operational, financial and compliance audits to evaluate internal control effectiveness, identify organizations risks, and ensure that audit recommendations are practical and effectively mitigate risks. The Director will work collaboratively with Managing Directors and country leadership to strengthen internal controls and reinforce robust risk management practices across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field, with a minimum of 8 years' relevant work experience.
• Overall experience must include at least 5 years of direct supervisory responsibility.
• Experience working with various non-USG public donors (e.g., EU, DFID).
• Knowledge of U.S. accounting standards for non-profit organizations.
• Demonstrated excellence in finance, accounting, budgeting, control, and reporting.
• Knowledge of U.S. Federal contract regulations and project management experience.
• Advanced knowledge of accounting principles for international nonprofits.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, enterprise-wide financial, accounting systems that include budgeting and reporting functions.
• Strong financial modeling, budgeting, and analytical skills utilizing advanced Excel techniques.
• English a must, additionally Spanish and/or French is desirable.

Nice To Haves

• CPA, CMA, CA, or equivalent international certification and/or master's degree preferred.
• CIA certification preferred, or the willingness to obtain; CFE a plus.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate all internal audit engagements related to project audits and other regulatory audit requirements, ensuring they fulfill the mandates established by Corus' Leadership Team, Board of Directors and Audit Risk Committee (ARC).
• Provide independent assurance on the effectiveness of risk management and internal controls, including the design and operation of controls, risk-mitigation strategies, and overall compliance with Corus' policies and procedures.
• Lead, manage and review all internal test work, ensuring thorough evaluation of the internal control environment and promoting continuous improvement of financial and operational controls, processes, and system capabilities.
• Ensure the overall quality of work produced by the internal audit unit, including maintaining and updating the unit's quality assurance standards as needed.
• Lead the annual risk assessment process to inform audit planning and guide the development of the audit strategy, audit plan and audit scope.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to select specialized external service providers for audit and investigation activities when required.
• Build and maintain key relationships across the organization to obtain information needed to perform audit responsibilities, provide business advisory support, and deliver strategic recommendations.
• Communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats and prepare formal presentations including executive summaries and recommendations based on audit results for Corus' Leadership and Senior Managers, Board of Directors and ARC.
• Prepare reports and summaries that provide independent assurance over Corus' activities and operating units to support informed decision making.
• Oversee the execution of additional tasks and special projects assigned by management, including system implementation reviews, due diligence assessments, and internal investigations.
• Establish and maintain policies and procedures designed that guide the operations of the internal audit unit.
• Execute the administrative functions of the internal audit unit.
• Review the Internal Audit Charter and provide recommendations for improvement to the Standards of the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing SDIAI, while documenting existing competencies and verifying they meet all charter requirements.
• Lead internal audit advisory and related client related service activities, ensuring the audit plan remains on track and that adequate staffing is available to meet all requirements.
• Develop and manage a high-performing audit team whose expertise is actively sought across the organization to support improvements in compliance, internal controls, procedures, and overall performance.
• Develop employee-led objective setting and ensure alignment with team, functional, and organizational goals and priorities.
• Ensure the team's professional qualifications and balance of expertise remain appropriate and fully aligned with the needs of the audit plan.
• Mentor and develop staff to ensure strong succession planning and to identify and budget the appropriate training opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Corus International provides a competitive, growth-oriented, yet fiscally responsible compensation program.
• Corus provides a comprehensive and competitive employee benefit package to protect our valued and dedicated staff and their families.
• Our benefits include three medical plan options with comprehensive prescription drug coverage, low-cost dental coverage with 100% paid vision insurance.
• Corus also provides a generous retirement plan and PTO to include vacation, sick, holiday, parental, jury, international travel, and bereavement leave; employer-sponsored basic life/AD&D insurance; employee wellness incentives, and employee work/life balance and assistance programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees