Vice President, Internal Audit

Kohler Co. • Kohler, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Vice President, Internal Audit is a senior enterprise leader responsible for leading Kohler Co.’s Internal Audit function and serving as a trusted advisor to Executive Management and the Board of Directors, including the Audit Committee. Reporting administratively up through the company’s Chief Legal Officer and functionally to the Audit Committee, this role oversees the company’s third line of defense and is accountable for providing independent assurance over risk management, internal controls, and governance processes across the global enterprise.
The Vice President, Internal Audit leads the development and execution of a risk-based internal audit strategy, ensures effective use of resources, drives continuous improvement in audit quality and productivity, and develops high-performing audit talent. The role requires strong business acumen, global perspective, professional judgment, and the ability to influence senior leaders on matters of risk, control, and organizational effectiveness.

Requirements

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in audit, risk, and controls (internal and/or external audit); financial and business experience strongly preferred.
• Relevant professional accounting or audit qualification (e.g., CIA, CPA, CIMA).
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Demonstrated experience operating in complex, global, multi-country environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; proficiency in English required.
• Active participation in professional accounting, finance, or audit organizations encouraged.
• Commitment to staying current with internal audit trends, standards, and emerging risks.
• Strategic thinker with strong judgment and decision-making capability.
• Trusted advisor to executive leadership and the Board.
• High integrity, professional courage, and strong ethical compass.
• Ability to influence and educate senior leaders on risk and governance matters.
• Agile leader able to adapt quickly to complex environments.
• Strong business acumen with a global mindset.
• Collaborative leadership style.
• Ability to operate independently with high accountability and willingness to travel globally as required.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Internal Audit Leadership & Strategy
• Risk Management, Controls & Assurance
• Audit Committee & Board Engagement
• Continuous Improvement & Quality
• Talent Development & Resource Management
• Financial & Operational Management
• Enterprise Influence & Change Leadership

Benefits

• We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits.
• This means you’ll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period.
• The salary range for this position is $226,900 - $368,700.
• The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location.
• In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation.
• We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive