Director of Internal Audit

Charter Manufacturing•Mequon, WI

16h

About The Position

Charter Manufacturing is seeking a forward-thinking Director of Internal Audit to lead the evolution of its enterprise-wide audit function. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the Director will shape internal audit strategy, influence enterprise risk management, and partner with executive leadership and the Audit Committee. The role spans Charter’s manufacturing businesses and combines audit and controls expertise, strategic thinking, technological innovation, and relationship-building to identify risks, strengthen processes, and support informed business decisions. The Director will develop and execute the enterprise internal audit strategy, methodology, and multi-year risk-based audit plan; establish and improve audit standards and practices; and oversee audits across financial, asset-protection, technology, operational, and other enterprise risk areas. The role will modernize auditing through automation, analytics, AI-enabled capabilities, and continuous control monitoring, and will support risk assessments for strategic initiatives such as acquisitions and post-acquisition integration. The Director will advise the CFO, executive leadership, and Audit Committee with independent assurance and business-focused insights. Responsibilities include preparing quarterly Audit Committee meetings, meeting independently with the Committee Chair, communicating findings, and partnering across the organization while preserving the internal audit function’s independence. The role also provides strategic oversight of audit resources, develops talent and organizational capabilities, and coordinates external audit and advisory partners.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Ten or more years of experience in internal audit, external audit, financial controls, risk management, or related finance leadership roles.
Five or more years of experience leading teams, audit programs, or cross-functional risk/control initiatives.
Experience developing and executing risk-based audit plans.
Experience evaluating internal control design and operating effectiveness.
Ability to communicate effectively with executive leadership, business leaders, and cross-functional stakeholders.
Strong knowledge of financial, asset-protection, technology, and business-process control risks.
Ability to lead through influence in a decentralized and matrixed environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and audit, analytics, continuous monitoring, or reporting tools.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Information Systems Auditor, or related certification.
Public accounting, manufacturing, or complex multi-site business experience.
Experience reporting to executive leadership and/or an Audit Committee.
Experience building or maturing an internal audit function.
Experience with enterprise risk assessment, fraud risk assessment, systems implementation reviews, continuous control monitoring, and major business transformation initiatives.
Experience developing audit talent, finance rotational talent, or cross-functional project teams.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute Charter’s enterprise internal audit strategy, methodology, and multi-year risk-based audit plan.
Establish and continuously improve audit programs, standards, documentation, issue ratings, and reporting practices.
Lead the planning, execution, reporting, and follow-up of audits across financial, asset-protection, technology, operational, and other enterprise risk areas.
Develop audit programs to evaluate the design, implementation, and operating effectiveness of internal controls.
Identify opportunities to use automation, advanced analytics, AI-enabled capabilities, and technology to modernize audit processes and improve risk monitoring.
Guide the evaluation of emerging risks and support risk assessments for strategic initiatives, acquisitions, and post-acquisition integration.
Evaluate financial, asset-protection, technology, and business-process controls to identify risks, control gaps, and improvement opportunities.
Develop and advance continuous control monitoring, including automated exception identification, escalation, and remediation tracking.
Provide practical, risk-based recommendations to strengthen controls, process ownership, documentation, and accountability.
Partner with business and functional leaders to monitor audit action plans and drive timely remediation.
Provide consultative support on compliance and control matters, including targeted risk assessments, audits, and monitoring recommendations, while maintaining management’s accountability for control ownership and compliance.
Promote risk awareness, continuous improvement, and effective control practices across the organization.
Serve as a trusted advisor to the CFO, executive leadership, and Audit Committee, providing independent, objective assurance and insights into enterprise risks and control effectiveness.
Lead preparation of quarterly Audit Committee meetings, including audit reporting, presentations, meeting materials, and coordination with the Committee Chair.
Meet independently with the Audit Committee Chair to discuss audit priorities, findings, emerging risks, and remediation progress.
Communicate audit findings and recommendations clearly and in business-focused terms to support informed decisions and organizational accountability.
Build partnerships across Charter’s businesses and functions while maintaining internal audit independence and objectivity.
Provide leadership, strategic direction, and oversight of internal audit resources to ensure effective execution of priorities and initiatives.
Coach and develop talent and create development opportunities for audit, finance, intern, and rotational professionals.
Strengthen capabilities in audit methodology, technology-enabled auditing, business acumen, executive communication, and stakeholder management.
Coordinate and oversee external audit and advisory partners, including specialized resources for audit, risk assessment, and investigative activities.
Foster a collaborative, consultative approach that builds trust, strengthens accountability, and helps business leaders recognize the value of effective risk management.