Director, IT Internal Audit
About The Position
We’re looking for bold, entrepreneurial talent ready to help build something extraordinary — and reshape the future of building products distribution. QXO is a publicly traded company founded by Brad Jacobs with the goal of building the market-leading company in the building products distribution industry. On April 30, 2025, QXO completed its first acquisition: Beacon Building Products, a leading distributor in the sector. We are building a customer-focused, tech-enabled, and innovation-driven business that will scale rapidly through accretive M&A, organic growth, and greenfield expansion. Our strategy is rooted in delivering exceptional customer experiences, improving operational efficiency, and leveraging data, digital tools, and AI to modernize a historically under-digitized industry. We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Director of IT Internal Audit to lead and manage IT internal audit across the organization. This role is responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of IT controls, identifying risks, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in IT audit methodologies, risk management, and a strong understanding of enterprise systems—Oracle experience is highly preferred.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in information systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or related field; Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
- Big 4 Accounting experience a plus.
- Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, or CPA strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in IT audit and public company Sarbanes-Oxley experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Previous experience auditing Oracle ERP systems (e.g., Oracle Cloud, Oracle E-Business Suite).
- Strong understanding of IT general controls (ITGCs), application controls, cybersecurity, and data privacy regulations (e.g., SOX, GDPR).
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with audit tools and data analytics platforms (e.g., ACL, IDEA, Power BI).
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure).
- Knowledge of DevOps, Agile methodologies, and digital transformation initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, execution, testing, and reporting of IT audits and controls, including IT general controls, application controls, infrastructure, cybersecurity, data governance, and cloud environments.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive IT audit strategy aligned with organizational goals and regulatory requirements (Sarbanes-Oxley).
- Oversee audits of Oracle ERP systems, including financial modules, access controls, change management, and data integrity.
- Collaborate with business and IT stakeholders to identify and mitigate risks related to technology and digital transformation initiatives.
- Provide guidance on IT governance, risk management, and compliance.
- Monitor emerging technologies and regulatory changes to assess their impact on the audit landscape.
- Manage and mentor other team members, ensuring high performance and professional development.
- Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory bodies as needed.
Benefits
- 401(k) with employer match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- PTO, company holidays, and parental leave
- Paid training and certifications
- Legal assistance and identity protection
- Pet insurance
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
