Director, Internal Audit

Waystar • Lehi, UT

101d

About The Position

The Internal Audit Director is a critical leadership role responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the internal audit function across the organization. The position will be focused on oversight of the entire SOX compliance program (including both business processes and ITGCs) and may expand to cover risk based operational audits in the future. The ideal candidate should possess extensive experience in SOX compliance, internal controls, risk management, and audit project management. This position requires a strategic problem solver with exceptional leadership abilities to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality audit results across the company. The Director will work closely with executive leadership and the Audit Committee to provide strategic insight, risk assessments, and recommendations for process improvements. The Director should have excellent communication skills to successfully partner with the executive leadership team and the Audit Committee.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or relevant experience.
• Master’s degree or CPA/CIA/CISA preferred.
• 10+ years of audit experience, with recent roles as an auditor in a Big4 or national public accounting firm or as an Internal Audit/SOX leader in a public company.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels, including directly with the Audit Committee.
• Extensive knowledge of SOX (including both business processes and ITGCs), COSO framework, internal control principles, and evaluation methods.
• Strong grasp of Internal Auditing standards and ability to assess complex processes for financial, operational, and compliance risks.
• Experience in conducting internal audits for complex organizations, working with cross-functional teams, and managing audits in diverse regions.
• Critical thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills and a keen attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the healthcare technology industry.
• Proficient in FloQast’s SOX compliance software and NetSuite.
• Experience in implementing a SOX compliance program.

Responsibilities

• Lead the SOX compliance function from beginning to end, including the overall program roadmap and timing, walkthroughs, risk assessments, control testing, scoping, and program operations.
• Review relevant SOX documentation, including process narratives, flowcharts, and risk control matrices, to reassess the design of the control environment and provide recommendations.
• Prepare and present audit findings, recommendations, and action plans to senior management and the Audit Committee.
• Monitor and follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations to ensure timely and effective remediation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and department heads to identify and assess risks and controls in business processes.
• Collaborate with process owners, co-sourcing partner and external auditors to identify control gaps, recommend improvements, and ensure timely remediation of deficiencies.
• Provide training and guidance on SOX compliance requirements and standard processes.
• Promote a culture of ethical conduct, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Stay current with changes in laws, regulations, and best practices in audit, governance, and risk management.
• Participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned by leadership.

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards (base salary + bonus, if applicable)
• Customizable benefits package (3 medical plans with Health Saving Account company match)
• Generous paid time off for non-exempt team members, starting with 3 weeks + 13 paid holidays, including 2 personal floating holidays.
• Flexible time off for exempt team members + 13 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave (including maternity + paternity leave)
• Education assistance opportunities and free LinkedIn Learning access
• Free mental health and family planning programs, including adoption assistance and fertility support
• 401(K) program with company match
• Pet insurance
• Employee resource groups

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees