Internal Audit Director - Skyward Group

Skyward Specialty

10d•$180,000 - $200,000•Remote

About The Position

The Internal Audit Director manages Skyward Group’s hybrid internal audit function, planning, organizing, and coordinating audit activities across the Group and its businesses. The role oversees SOX and MAR audit activities, assesses compliance with applicable regulations and internal policies, identifies opportunities to strengthen internal controls and operational processes, and communicates findings to key stakeholders. Working across functions and with all levels of staff and management, the Director supports effective risk management and continuous improvement throughout the Group. The Director coordinates SOX and MAR compliance activities, develops and maintains a comprehensive internal audit plan, supports external auditors, and oversees remediation of control deficiencies. The role also includes control testing, employee training and guidance, maintaining a company-wide segregation-of-duty matrix, updating process documentation with control owners, and carrying out special projects such as control assessments, system implementations, business integrations, and fraud investigations as needed.

Requirements

Considerable knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), Model Audit Rule (MAR), U.S. GAAP, and statutory accounting.
Ability to analyze complex data and identify potential risks and issues.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills; results-oriented.
Ability to work cohesively in a team-oriented environment and cross-functionally.
Initiative to research issues, develop potential solutions, and partner effectively with other business areas to drive issues forward.
Self-motivated, with a strong work ethic and commitment to continuous improvement.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
5+ years of experience in public accounting, internal auditing, risk management, and/or compliance.
3+ years of experience leading a team.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or Finance.
Full professional qualification required (CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, or equivalent).

Nice To Haves

Workiva experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and manage internal audit activities related to SOX and MAR compliance, ensuring adherence to policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Develop and maintain a comprehensive internal audit plan, including risk assessments, audit scope, and timelines.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely remediation of issues and control deficiencies.
Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors and coordinate communication throughout the audit process.
Provide documentation, schedules, and support to external auditors during interim and year-end audits.
Coordinate document requests for internal control testing.
Review external audit findings and ensure action plans are developed and implemented to address deficiencies.
Stay current with regulatory requirements, accounting standards, and industry best practices related to internal audit, SOX, and MAR compliance.
Assist in developing and implementing internal controls to enhance the control environment.
Provide employees with training and guidance on internal control processes and SOX/MAR compliance requirements.
Conduct or coordinate SOX control testing, including ELCs and other testing.
Maintain a company-wide segregation-of-duty matrix and routinely assess conflicts.
Review and update process documentation with control owners.
Execute special projects related to internal control assessments and improvements, including new system implementations and integration of new business segments, and conduct fraud investigations as necessary.