Director of Internal Audit
About The Position
PSRS/PEERS is seeking a highly skilled, forward-thinking Director of Internal Audit to lead its Internal Audit function with independence, integrity, and strategic insight. This role ensures strong internal controls, regulatory compliance, and process improvements across the organization. The Director will collaborate across departments, provide trusted guidance to leadership, and direct a small but talented Internal Audit team. Responsibilities include planning and executing compliance, financial, IT, and operational audits; developing audit programs; evaluating risks and internal controls; and delivering clear, actionable recommendations. The role supports management and the Board through consulting engagements, participates in key committees, and oversees all aspects of audit operations, including staffing, workflow management, and the creation of the Annual Audit Plan and Internal Audit Annual Report. Additionally, the Director will guide the continuous improvement of audit methodologies, leverage data analysis to identify trends and exceptions, and ensure adherence to professional auditing standards. This position strengthens organizational governance, contributes to strategic decision-making, and enhances enterprise-wide risk management. It offers an impactful and highly visible leadership opportunity for individuals inspired by purposeful work, continuous improvement, and a mission-driven environment.
Requirements
- Deep expertise in internal auditing principles, management practices, and quality control
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, GASB, and Government Auditing Standards
- Understanding of IT concepts and audit tools
- Exceptional data analysis, project management, and problem-solving skills
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication abilities
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or a related field
- CPA or CIA required
- Seven years of auditing experience, including two years of supervisory or project-management experience
- Valid Missouri driver’s license
- Ability to work in an office environment with periods of concentrated review and occasional lifting or file retrieval
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree preferred
Responsibilities
- Planning and executing compliance, financial, IT, and operational audits
- Developing audit programs
- Evaluating risks and internal controls
- Delivering clear, actionable recommendations
- Supporting management and the Board through consulting engagements
- Participating in key committees
- Overseeing all aspects of audit operations—from staffing and workflow management to the creation of the Annual Audit Plan and Internal Audit Annual Report
- Guiding the continuous improvement of audit methodologies
- Leveraging data analysis to identify trends and exceptions
- Ensuring adherence to professional auditing standards
Benefits
- Robust medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Membership in a defined benefit pension plan that provides lifetime retirement benefits with just five years of vesting
- Generous paid time off
- Paid parental leave
- Professional development support including training, certifications, and continuing education
- Employer-funded life insurance
- Employer-funded disability insurance
- Flexible scheduling options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
