Internal Audit/SOX - Director

PwC•Washington, DC

2d•$155,000 - $410,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Opportunity As an Internal Audit/SOX - Director, you will lead the charge in providing independent and objective assessments of financial statements and internal controls, enhancing the credibility and reliability of information for a variety of stakeholders. Within our Risk & Regulatory practice, you will play a pivotal role in building, optimizing, and delivering comprehensive internal audit services across diverse industries. This includes setting up and transforming internal audit functions, co-sourcing, outsourcing, and managed services, leveraging AI and other risk technologies to address the full spectrum of risks. As a Director, you will set the strategic direction and lead business development efforts, making impactful decisions while overseeing multiple projects. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion, and a commercial mindset are foundational to our success. You will create a healthy working environment, maximizing client satisfaction and cultivating potential in others. In this role, you will translate vision into action, inspire others to follow, and actively collaborate across the PwC Network to leverage our collective strength and drive business growth.

Requirements

At least a Bachelor's degree
At least 9 years of experience

Nice To Haves

Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Accounting, Analytics/Data Science, Business Administration/Management, Computer Science/Information Systems, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Financial Mathematics/Quantitative Finance, Health Administration/Public Health, Law/Legal Studies, Mathematics/Statistics
Demonstrating strategic leadership in internal audit and SOX compliance
Driving business growth through innovative audit methodologies
At least one of the following: an active Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), CPA license, or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification
Cultivating potential in teams through mentorship and guidance
Promoting technological advances in audit processes
Translating complex audit findings into actionable business insights
Leading executive-level client relations with integrity and professionalism

Responsibilities

Leading the strategic direction and development of internal audit services across various industries
Overseeing the implementation of internal audit function setups, transformations, and managed services
Utilizing AI and risk technology to enhance audit processes and deliver innovative solutions
Collaborating with clients to evaluate compliance with regulations and assess governance and risk management processes
Driving business growth by identifying market opportunities and converting them into successful engagements
Mentoring and guiding the next generation of leaders within the internal audit team
Promoting a culture of quality, integrity, and inclusion while maintaining PwC's reputation
Developing and implementing business process improvements to optimize audit efficiency
Managing stakeholder relationships and expectations to deliver value-driven audit services
Confirming data integrity, security, and compliance within audit frameworks