Director of Internal Audit

Charter Manufacturing•Mequon, WI

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, this role shapes internal audit strategy, influences enterprise risk management, and partners with executive leadership and the Audit Committee. The Director provides leadership and direction to the internal audit function, works across manufacturing businesses to identify risks and strengthen processes, and helps leaders make informed decisions. The role leads a risk-based audit program covering financial, asset-protection, technology, operational, and other enterprise risk areas. It modernizes audit processes through automation, advanced analytics, AI-enabled capabilities, and technology; strengthens controls and continuous monitoring; and supports risk assessments for strategic initiatives, including acquisitions and post-acquisition integration. The Director also advises the CFO, executive leadership, and Audit Committee, oversees audit resources and external partners, and develops audit and cross-functional talent.

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 in 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 the 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 assess whether internal controls are appropriately designed, implemented, and operating effectively.
Identify opportunities to use automation, advanced analytics, AI-enabled capabilities, and technology to modernize audit processes and improve risk monitoring.
Guide evaluation of emerging risks and support risk assessments for strategic initiatives, including acquisitions and post-acquisition integration.
Evaluate financial, asset-protection, technology, and business-process controls to identify risks, control gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
Develop continuous control monitoring practices, including automated exception identification, escalation, and remediation tracking.
Provide practical, risk-based recommendations to strengthen internal controls, process ownership, documentation, and accountability.
Partner with business and functional leaders to monitor audit action plans and drive timely remediation.
Advise on compliance and control matters, including targeted risk assessments, audits, and monitoring recommendations, while retaining management accountability for control ownership and compliance.
Promote risk awareness, continuous improvement, and effective control practices across the organization.
Advise the CFO, executive leadership, and Audit Committee by 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 a business-focused manner.
Build partnerships across Charter's businesses and functions while maintaining the independence and objectivity of internal audit.
Provide leadership, strategic direction, and oversight of internal audit resources to support effective execution of priorities and initiatives.
Coach and develop talent and create development opportunities for audit, finance, intern, and rotational professionals.
Strengthen organizational 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 demonstrates the value of effective risk management.