Internal Audit Leader

Chemelex•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Internal Audit Leader plays a pivotal role in strengthening Chemelex’s control environment, risk management, and governance as the company transitions from carve-out to scale. Reporting directly to the CFO, this high-impact position leads the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of the Internal Audit program. Acting as a trusted advisor to leadership, the Internal Audit Leader provides independent assurance and actionable recommendations across financial, operational, IT, and compliance risks.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA, CIA, or CISA preferred.
Minimum 7+ years of experience in internal audit, risk management, or related roles, ideally in a global or growth-stage environment.
Strong understanding of financial, operational, IT, and compliance controls.
Proven ability to lead audits from planning through execution and reporting.
Proficiency in audit tools, data analytics, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

Develop and annually refresh a risk-based Internal Audit Plan aligned with enterprise risks, company priorities, and leadership expectations.
Conduct comprehensive risk assessments covering financial, operational, IT, cybersecurity, compliance, and fraud risks.
Coordinate audit scope and priorities with management, external auditors, and the Audit Committee.
Plan and execute audits across financial controls, operational processes, ITGCs, and special reviews.
Design audit programs, perform walkthroughs, test controls, analyze data, and assess process effectiveness.
Identify control gaps, inefficiencies, and emerging risks; clearly communicate root causes and business impact.
Prepare concise, high-quality audit reports with actionable recommendations.
Track remediation plans and follow up on corrective actions to ensure timely and sustainable closure.
Build scalable audit methodologies, templates, and documentation for a growing global organization.
Leverage data analytics and automation to enhance audit efficiency and insight.
Support ad-hoc risk reviews, investigations, and management requests as needed.