Vice President- Internal Audit

Builders FirstSource•Irving, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under direction of the Audit Committee and the CFO and in accordance with the Internal Audit Department Charter, develops, installs and directs the organization’s overall internal auditing and Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) programs, provides executive management and the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors with a review of accounting, financial, information systems and other operations by measuring and evaluating the effectiveness of accounting and management controls. Responsible for the examination and evaluation of the design and operating effectiveness of the risk management, internal controls and governance process.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university
Eight to ten years related experience and/or training, including work in internal audit.
SOX documentation experience required.
Thorough understanding and experience working with ICFR requirements.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Knowledge of Accounting software; Database software; Internet software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word required
Relevant certification (CPA, CIA, CISA, etc.) required.
Must be available to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary.
Must be able to travel up to 25% if needed.

Nice To Haves

Previous Big Four experience preferred.
Experience leading large audit teams in an internal audit department or public accounting firm preferred.
Experience in Audit Committee and Board of Directors interactions preferred.
Strong knowledge of ACL preferred

Responsibilities

Develops and implements the annual audit plan using appropriate risk-based methodology, including any risks or control concerns identified by management.
Oversees, documents, and advises management in designing the appropriate internal control environment for the company, including meeting Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.
Develops and maintains strong and collaborative relationships with the Audit Committee, management and external auditors.
Ensures that the IA department assists in the execution of the annual external audit through coordination, communication and assistance to the external audit firm.
Hires and maintains a capable and professional audit staff with sufficient knowledge, skills and experience to meet the requirement of the IA department.
Directs work of Internal Audit staff and remains apprised of status of field audit efforts.
Communicates with the audit committee and management the status of the internal control environment and any deficiencies identified.
Advises the Audit Committee and appropriate senior management regarding audit coverage, areas of financial, operational, regulatory and compliance risk, areas of control improvement, audit observations and emerging industry and business issues.
Keeps the Audit Committee and Management informed of conditions that could have a significant impact on Company operations.
Ensures appropriate function and completeness of activities for the Audit Committee.
Maintains up-to-date knowledge of ICFR requirements, and examines companywide activities for compliance with these policies.
Keeps management and the audit committee abreast of any updates to the regulatory environment.
Oversees audits of records of departments and interviews workers to ensure proper recording of transactions and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Analyzes data obtained for evidence of deficiencies in controls, duplication of effort, extravagance, fraud, or lack of compliance with laws, government regulations, and management policies or procedures.
Oversees the internal audit department’s participation in key business and technology consultative initiatives and special projects.
Performs ad hoc grand and other corporate matter investigations as required.
Conducts special studies for management such as those required to discover mechanics of detected fraud and to develop controls for fraud prevention.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include: interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.