AUDIT DIRECTOR JOB DESCRIPTION

Reviewing a client's financial statements one morning and presenting findings to their board by afternoon - that is the rhythm an Audit Director in public accounting sustains across a portfolio of concurrent engagements. The role holds signing and delivery authority over audit, review, and compilation work for clients ranging from mid-market businesses to complex multi-entity organizations. Engagement profitability, staff utilization, and business development targets sit squarely within this director's ownership. Where a Chief Audit Executive governs a single internal function, an Audit Director in public practice manages an expanding book of external client relationships while simultaneously developing the next generation of audit professionals.

The mandate of the Audit Director is to lead the planning and execution of external audit engagements, maintain client relationships at the decision-maker level, and drive business development that expands the firm's revenue base across multiple industries. Working within a public accounting firm and reporting to a Partner, the Audit Director oversees staff at all levels, monitors engagement profitability and utilization, and ensures that every deliverable meets both professional standards and client expectations.

Career Impact: Leading a multi-client portfolio at the director level, with CPA licensure and demonstrated engagement management experience, positions an Audit Director as a credible candidate for Partner-track consideration within a public accounting firm.

Business Impact: The Audit Director is the principal point of accountability for client retention and audit report quality; when engagements run over budget or relationships lapse, the firm loses revenue and reputation in that client segment.

Growth Opportunity: Ownership of business development activity, including networking strategy and cross-sell identification, builds the commercial skills and client network that distinguish future Partners from senior technical staff.

Company Value: Firms recruiting at this level consistently offer performance bonuses, hybrid scheduling with two to three office days per week, and structured CPE support tied to the director's assigned industry specializations.

• Lead planning and execution of multiple concurrent audit, review, and compilation engagements within scheduled budgets and deadlines.
• Manage client relationships at the senior and board level, communicating engagement status and resolving issues before they escalate.
• Monitor engagement profitability and staff utilization across all active files, adjusting resource allocation to protect margins.
• Drive business development by executing a networking strategy focused on targeted industry sectors to expand the firm's client base.
• Mentor and evaluate audit staff at all levels, conducting performance assessments for individual engagements and annual cycles.
• Review engagement files to confirm that audit risks are identified, documentation is defensible, and conclusions are supported.
• Lead audit committee presentations and represent the firm in speaking and article-writing opportunities tied to assigned industries.
• Identify opportunities to provide additional services to existing clients that improve their financial controls or reporting efficiency.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 6 or more years of external audit experience in a public accounting firm, with demonstrated engagement management responsibility.
• CPA license, active and in good standing.
• Proven ability to manage multiple client engagements concurrently without disruption to scope, budget, or timeline.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present financial information to governing bodies.
• Experience developing and mentoring staff across multiple seniority levels on audit methodology and professional standards.
• Knowledge of current accounting standards, with a commitment to ongoing CPE in assigned industry sectors.

• Master's degree in Accounting, Tax, or Finance, providing deeper technical grounding for complex or multi-entity engagements.
• 10 or more years of public accounting experience, including prior responsibility for engagement profitability and client billing.
• Demonstrated track record in business development, including converting referral relationships into signed engagements.
• Familiarity with audit management and document platforms commonly used in mid-market public accounting practices.

• Engagement realization rate, measuring billable hours recovered against budgeted hours per client file.
• Staff utilization percentage across the managed team, benchmarked against firm targets each period.
• Client retention rate within the managed portfolio, year over year.
• New engagement revenue attributed to director-led business development activity, measured quarterly.
• Audit committee presentation count per year, reflecting client relationship depth and board-level access.
• Typical tools: audit management platforms (commonly engagement and workpaper systems); document management systems (commonly cloud-based filing and review platforms).

• Base Salary Range: $150,000 to $210,000 annually, depending on firm size and market.
• Bonus: Performance-based, typically 10% to 20% of base, tied to realization and business development.
• Equity: Partnership track opportunity available at larger firms; profit-sharing at regional firms.
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; employer contribution varies by firm.
• PTO: 15 to 25 days annually, plus firm holidays; some firms offer summer Fridays.
• Common Perks: CPA license and CPE reimbursement, hybrid schedule, professional development stipend.

Figures are estimates based on general US market benchmarks and may be outdated. Adjust based on location, company size, and seniority level.

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process should notify the hiring team; accommodations are provided in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. A background check, which may include verification of professional licensure and employment history, is a condition of employment. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Reporting to the Managing Director of the Corporate Risk team, the Internal Audit Director (PL) owns independent assurance activity across risk management, control, and governance processes, working with both external co-sourcing providers and internal audit resources. The role shapes organizational operations and regulatory compliance by evaluating and improving efficiency across audit portfolios, coaching direct reports, and leading annual performance reviews.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the execution of internal audit assignments for the enterprise.
• Lead all aspects of a portfolio of multiple audits including review and challenge of testing approach, audit results sign-off, and support in partner meetings.
• Oversee audit timelines, budget, resourcing, and achievements.
• Review and challenge draft issue observations including compensating controls, ratings, and management action plans prior to finalizing reports.
• Oversee completion and validation status for issues and MRAs in audit portfolio, including SLA adherence.
• Lead business and project monitoring program execution to identify emerging risks and provide updates for Monthly IAD Leadership Risk Monitoring meetings.
• Play a key role in the annual Risk Assessment through all stages and provide quarterly audit universe updates to IAD management.
• Provide mentoring, feedback, and support to the audit team and contribute to recruiting, onboarding, and buddy support for new members.
• Participate in regulatory meetings and provide responses to regulatory questions during exams.
• Complete firm-wide and departmental administration, training requirements, and voluntary strategic initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• CPA, CIA, or CISA strongly preferred.
• 12+ years of experience in internal audit and/or Big 4 Accounting or regulatory experience, with Financial Services experience a plus.
• Clear understanding of regulatory expectations in audit work, issue validation, MRA validation, and regulatory inquiry response.
• Strong understanding of risks, internal controls, and the ability to evaluate control adequacy and efficiency.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to anticipate issues and design appropriate solutions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate effectively and authoritatively.
• Stays current on industry and regulatory issues and imparts knowledge to the team and auditees.
• Ability to lead a project team and cultivate strong relationships with co-sourcing providers, regulators, and internal lines of business.
• Ability to travel occasionally.

Embedded within the internal audit function, the Audit Director builds and leads the Retail Banking audit team and portfolio, delivering integrated audits across financial, operational, compliance, and technology risks. Working closely with control groups, external auditors, and very senior management, the Audit Director drives performance management for assigned staff and advances audit analytics capability to validate business risk stories.

Core Functions

• Build the Retail Banking audit team and portfolio with consumer retail banking SME support to other audit portfolios.
• Lead a team and oversee planning, execution, and reporting of integrated audits covering financial, operational, compliance, and technology risks in conformance with professional standards, budgets, and deadlines.
• Plan audit projects, make project-level judgments around objectives and scope, evaluate control designs, and develop and oversee execution of audit tests.
• Lead multiple simultaneous audit projects of all sizes and complexity and present objectives, scope, and results to very senior management.
• Evaluate results, synthesize findings, draft audit reports, and coordinate with control groups and external auditors to ensure effective and efficient execution.
• Develop a portfolio of audit analytics, assess results, and validate the business story with audit and business colleagues.
• Follow up with management to ensure action plans are closed effectively and maintain internal audit competency through ongoing professional development.
• Coach, mentor, and develop junior colleagues and co-sourced resources across all aspects of the audit and analytic lifecycle.
• Assume full performance management responsibility for assigned staff.

Education & Experience

• BA or BS in Accounting, Finance, Business, Information Systems, or related field required; advanced degree preferred.
• Professional certification (CIA, CPA, or equivalent).
• Ten or more years' experience auditing retail banking products required.
• Understanding of retail banking products, services, features, economics, and key regulations.
• Knowledge and experience in application of control theory and professional auditing practices.
• Experience with data analytic tools, data visualization, KRIs, KPIs, and scorecards/dashboards.
• Demonstrated ability to manage people in a way that inspires, develops, and delivers results.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a track record of integrity, innovation, and excellence.

Reporting to the UK CAE, the Audit Director delivers independent, objective evaluation of risk management practices, internal controls, and corporate governance across Wealth and Asset Management businesses in Europe. Partnering with management as a trusted adviser, the Audit Director develops the annual UK and Europe Audit Plan and executes quarterly continuous risk monitoring to improve practices and strengthen control outcomes.

Primary Duties

• Lead a team of professional auditors to deliver complex and large engagements in terms of product and/or client relations.
• Direct, counsel, and instruct staff assigned to an engagement and review audit plans, findings, and reports for scope and accuracy.
• Provide leadership, coaching, performance management, and personal development support.
• Ensure competent and sufficient engagement resources with relevant skill sets to meet each audit and the annual plan.
• Raise the technical, regulatory, and auditing knowledge of the group through courses, seminars, and in-house training.
• Develop an annual Audit Plan for the UK and Europe, ensuring audits conform to local and global regulatory and internal audit requirements.
• Provide input and participate in the IA strategic planning process.
• Direct and supervise execution of the audit plan and ensure effective audit practices are followed.
• Plan and execute complex and confidential special audit projects enterprise-wide as requested by senior management.
• Execute quarterly continuous risk monitoring for European Wealth and Asset Management.

Qualifications & Experience

• In-depth knowledge of products and key support functions within Wealth and Asset Management businesses, including market, credit, operational, and regulatory compliance risks.
• Familiarity with key global regulatory reform and its impact on foreign financial institutions.
• Proficient in auditing principles and techniques.
• Project management skills required.
• Ability to quickly understand risks associated with new services, products, or routines and formulate practical audit procedures.
• Understanding of management principles that enable recognition and evaluation of materiality and significant deviations from good practice.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Astute in the selection and development of people.

Sitting at the intersection of client service and firm growth, the Audit Director manages engagement planning and execution while performing business development to expand the client base at a growing CPA firm in Braintree, MA. Operating across audit, risk management, and staff development, the Audit Director mentors teams, monitors profitability, and leads training initiatives that support the firm's culture and long-term expansion.

Duties

• Manage engagement planning and execution.
• Communicate work status and client issues.
• Manage risk on audits and proposals.
• Develop, train, and mentor staff and assess performance.
• Monitor engagement profitability.
• Perform business development to expand client base.
• Lead training initiatives.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• CPA certification required.
• 10+ years of public accounting and audit experience.
• 4+ years of managerial experience.
• Strong analytical, project management, and leadership skills.

Benefit: Competitive compensation and benefits package including performance bonuses, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401K, PTO, and summer Fridays; hybrid schedule with 2-3 days in office.

A key member of Baxter's Corporate Audit function, the Audit Director leads risk assessment and execution of Americas and Global IT audits while driving significant involvement in the Enterprise Risk Management program. Collaborating across senior leadership, external auditors, and a globally distributed team, the Audit Director translates emerging technology and business trends into audit strategy that protects Baxter's controls environment.

Strategic Responsibilities

• Oversee the annual audit plan risk assessment process and execution of Americas and Global IT audits, adapting the plan as business needs change.
• Identify and monitor emerging trends, technologies, and business changes that could affect Baxter's controls environment and translate insights into audit strategy.
• Lead significant involvement in the Enterprise Risk Management program, including working with senior leaders to determine top risks and developing mitigation plans.
• Attract, develop, coach, and manage a global team of audit managers, seniors, and staff consultants across multiple locations.
• Foster stakeholder relationships and represent the Audit function to senior management as trusted colleagues and advisors.
• Lead technology solutions to improve efficiencies, including data analytics and automation.
• Support SOX for IT controls and manage team's direct assistance work to external auditors across financial cycles.
• Participate in select compliance, forensic, due diligence, and special projects.
• Maintain a robust external network to provide best practices perspective.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, or related field required.
• CPA, Chartered Accountant, CIA, MBA, or CMA highly desired; CISA or CFE a plus.
• 12+ years of progressive audit and business experience, preferably with multinational companies.
• Expert knowledge in Finance and IT audit fields, including strong understanding of IIA standards.
• Knowledge of legal risk landscape for global healthcare manufacturing, including FCPA, anti-trust, privacy, and GDPR.
• Experience managing SOX programs and using data analytics for audit risk assessment and population testing.
• IT controls experience preferred, including JDEdwards, Blackline, Workday, AWS, cloud, and cybersecurity.
• High level of business acumen, analytical, and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to adapt messaging to diverse audiences and cultures.
• Willingness to travel approximately 15-25% domestically and internationally.

Serving as the Foundation's senior audit leader, the Audit Director executes risk-based audit programs across international camp locations to confirm controls around cash disbursements, payroll, fixed assets, and physical security, reporting findings directly to the Chief Financial Officer and Board of Directors. The Audit Director collaborates with local accounting firms and international management teams to strengthen financial and operational controls in support of the Foundation's evangelical mission.

Accountabilities

• Execute risk-based audit programs to confirm controls around financial and operational activities including cash disbursements, payroll, fixed assets, physical security, and evangelistic camping programs.
• Create annual audit plans addressing the unique operations and risks at each facility, incorporating input from the Board and senior management.
• Report periodically on audit plan execution and engagement results, summarizing risks assessed, procedures performed, and recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborate with senior management and financial staff at each international camp to ensure key control objectives are met and communicate best practices.
• Interact with local accounting firms to ensure defined procedures are executed, financial and regulatory reports are filed timely, and issues are communicated effectively.

Background & Experience

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Accounting or Finance; advanced degree a plus.
• CPA, CIA, or CMA professional designation required.
• 10+ years in planning and executing financial and operational audits, including international environments.
• Extensive knowledge of financial and operational controls including risk assessment, audit program design, and testing plan execution.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong personal framework of values aligned with the Foundation's mission; exceptional communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities with the ability to manage multiple priorities across diverse environments.
• Languages: Bilingual candidates, particularly in Spanish, strongly preferred.
• Others: Valid passport required; travel approximately 40-50% annually to international locations.

The Audit Director builds and manages delivery of audit services across a wide spectrum of OMB and larger corporate clients ranging from £20 million to over £100 million in turnover, with a pivotal role in growing the firm's Bristol offices. The work directly supports client retention and firm expansion by attracting high-calibre talent, developing business opportunities, and leading a multi-skilled team across audit, accounts, and tax compliance.

Areas of Ownership

• Manage day-to-day operations of the audit department.
• Identify and develop new and existing client business opportunities.
• Deliver services across a large and diverse portfolio of corporate clients.
• Attract, develop, and retain high-calibre audit talent.
• Manage a dedicated team of audit professionals and communicate internally and externally.

Professional Experience

• Degree with an outstanding academic record (minimum GPA of 3.00) in accounting from a reputable university.
• ACA or ACCA qualified professional or overseas equivalent.
• 12 years of audit experience at a public accounting firm.
• Proficient in both oral and written English and standard business software.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and managerial skills.
• Proactive, career-oriented, and a strong team player with high motivation and analytical ability

Audit Director leads a small team through financial and compliance audits and assessments across all divisions to evaluate the adequacy of internal controls and deliver value-added audit reports. Success in the position means coaching staff in risk detection and non-conformance reporting, providing technical guidance on company policies, and participating in continuous improvement projects that strengthen the overall control environment.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead a small team through financial and compliance audits and assessments to evaluate the adequacy of internal controls and deliver value-added audit reports.
• Coach and train staff members during execution of audits and assessments.
• Assess risk and evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls in moderately complex business scenarios in accordance with timelines.
• Analyze and evaluate business scenarios using a risk-based approach and maintain supporting documentation.
• Coach in detecting, analyzing, quantifying, and reporting non-conformance.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects and provide technical guidance on company policies, procedures, and control issues.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• CPA, CISA, CIA, CMA, or CFE certification required; Big 4 audit background preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of finance and/or audit experience, including experience with Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.
• Ability to identify and integrate patterns, trends, and inconsistencies across data sources.
• Strong communication skills using an open style that actively acknowledges others' thoughts and opinions.
• Ability to coach teams to improve cohesiveness and maintain focus during distractions or crises.
• Others: Air travel and driving required; estimated travel up to 30% domestically and internationally.

Reporting to Group and Regional Audit Executives, the Audit Director produces a high-complexity portfolio of IT audits and global thematic reviews while leading the global centre of excellence of Information Technology Audit to grow deep IT and IT Security capabilities across the team. Working closely with Business Audit Leaders and senior IT stakeholders across the group, the Audit Director shapes the quarterly risk assessment and audit plan to ensure appropriate coverage of key technology risks and trends.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Develop strong and influential relationships with senior leaders at the corporate center and work with Regional Audit Leaders to build equivalent relationships across regions.
• Lead Group Audit skills and capabilities development to maintain a highly talented workforce.
• Drive a portfolio of IT audits across the group, providing technical quality and subject matter expertise.
• Perform quarterly risk assessments with Functional and Regional Audit Executives and shape the audit plan in line with key risks and trends.
• Oversee a high-complexity portfolio of audits and global thematic reviews in line with quality, time, and budget requirements.
• Lead the global centre of excellence of Information Technology Audit to grow deep IT and IT Security capabilities across the Group Audit team.
• Ensure appropriate resourcing and technical expertise for delivery of the assigned portfolio.
• Identify trends and themes in audit results and influence key stakeholders, including reporting to Group and Local Executives and Audit Committees.
• Support Business Audit Leaders in stakeholder discussions and build strong peer relationships with Business and IT stakeholders across the group.
• Oversee performance management for assigned team members and take necessary actions to support their development.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree or equivalent required.
• Professional certification such as CIA, CISA, CISSP, or CISM required.
• Minimum 10-12 years of relevant experience in IT auditing, with 2-4 years in senior director-level roles; or 10+ years in IT management or IT Risk Management at director level; experience within complex global organizations, virtual teams, and outsourced services.
• Significant knowledge of IT, Data Analytics, Third Party Management Audits, and Outsourcing Audits.
• Knowledge of controls around technology management including Robotics, API, Cloud, Data Loss Prevention, and Cyber preferred.
• Excellent relationship management skills and ability to work autonomously under pressure.
• Track record in implementing change, transformation, and a learning culture in a flat hierarchy.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Languages: Fluent in English required; German a plus.

The Audit Director refines the internal audit function by project managing large and complex global audits from planning to reporting and implementing continuous monitoring programs that identify control issues and adverse trends across Markets businesses. Based within a collaborative international team, the Audit Director builds influential relationships with senior stakeholders, actively participates in governance forums, and drives innovation through automation of controls to enhance audit coverage.

Key Deliverables

• Participate in and project manage large and complex global audits from planning to reporting, producing quality deliverables to department and professional standards.
• Finalize audit findings and provide an overall opinion on the control environment.
• Communicate audit findings to management and identify opportunities to improve design and effectiveness of key controls.
• Build and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders, establishing a culture of engagement while adding value.
• Actively participate in key governance forums to provide independent challenge to management on control matters.
• Drive a culture of innovation through automation of controls to enhance audit coverage.
• Implement and execute an effective program of continuous monitoring for assigned areas, including monitoring of key metrics to identify control issues and adverse trends.
• Manage and lead the audit team, performing timely review of work performed and providing constructive feedback to manage performance and enhance team skills.
• Assist in all aspects of audit planning including risk assessments and resource scheduling.
• Partner with colleagues and the control community to evaluate, test, and report on management controls with appropriate recommendations for improvement.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Extensive experience with internal audit methodology and applying concepts in audit delivery and execution.
• Solid understanding of internal control and risk concepts across the Markets businesses, including assessing the probability and impact of control weaknesses.
• Strong analytical skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex issues to senior management and influence change.
• Proven ability to build strong stakeholder relationships and implement long-term enhancements across different areas of the firm.
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated, effective under pressure, and willing to take personal responsibility and accountability.
• Ability to work effectively within local and global teams, share information, support colleagues, and encourage participation.
• Proven ability to multitask, deliver under pressure, and assess and change priorities.

As the Audit Director, this role supports IAD Management in developing and maintaining the annual internal audit framework for the Americas Division, overseeing risk management audits, and directing a team responsible for assessing operational processes and controls across the bank. The Americas Division relies on this work to ensure identification of emerging risks, maintain regulatory relationships, and deliver timely recommendations to the Audit Committee and senior management.

Ownership Areas

• Support IAD Management in planning, developing, implementing, and maintaining an annual internal audit framework addressing key business and operational risks across the Americas Division.
• Manage a team of auditors responsible for development and execution of the audit plan assessing operational and key risk-related processes and controls.
• Direct and oversee audits as AIC or SME in planning, organizing, conducting, and monitoring risk management audits in accordance with bank policies and procedures.
• Review and approve recommendations for improving internal controls, operating efficiency, bank records, and the adequacy of the system of control.
• Ensure identification of potential changes impacting the risk profile of the bank and oversee reviews of new business products, recommending continuous improvement practices based on regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with business heads, external auditors, and regulators.
• Assist with coordination of independent external auditors and communicate results to management and the Audit Committee.
• Track issues raised by the department and regulators and propose adjustments to audit planning to reflect newly identified risks.
• As needed, assist with the delivery and execution of IAD's broader audit plan and assurance responsibilities.

Education & Experience

• BA/BS required; MA/MS/MBA preferred.
• 8+ years of comparable experience; Operations/Processing Audit experience at a large financial institution is a plus.
• Expert knowledge of internal audit, risk assessment, control environment, and banking activities, products, and regulatory/compliance requirements.
• Strong knowledge of technology control to support internal audit framework.
• Strong strategic thinking skills, including the ability to anticipate future consequences and trends.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and professional skills with the ability to interact effectively at all levels.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and strong leadership ability, able to gain respect and cooperation from formal and informal teams.

The Audit Director oversees the FiCAT audit portfolio focused on financial crime risk and BSA/AML compliance for Wells Fargo, developing and executing an annual audit plan that evaluates critical risks and communicates results to senior executives. The role advances the maturity of the audit function by identifying thematic risk trends, managing people and workflow across multiple geographies, and representing FiCAT as a visible and influential leader across the organization.

Strategic Initiatives

• Maintain credible, collaborative, and influential relationships with senior management, other risk organizations, and regulatory agencies.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of financial crime risk and processes at Wells Fargo.
• Evaluate current audit approaches and provide thought leadership on industry best practices to drive continued maturation of the audit function.
• Develop and execute an annual audit plan evaluating critical risks and applying strong professional judgment.
• Communicate audit results to senior executives and use the audit role to influence the organization.
• Identify thematic risk trends across the portfolio to influence strategic control direction and process maturity.
• Partner with management to anticipate the impact of a changing environment and develop audit strategies to address significant risks.
• Manage people, projects, and workflow across multiple geographies.
• Develop and guide a culture of talent development to meet business objectives and strategy.
• Represent FiCAT as a highly engaged, visible, and influential leader.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree or higher required.
• Certification in one or more of the following: CAMS, CIA, or CPA.
• Substantial experience leading audit, risk, or regulatory teams focused on BSA/AML compliance for large banking institutions.
• Comprehensive knowledge of audit methodologies and tools supporting audit processes.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with key stakeholders at senior organizational levels.
• Proven leadership experience building and managing highly talented multi-functional teams across multiple locations.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and prioritization skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

The Audit Director advances best practice in public sector audit by leading a large and complex audit function within the NSW Department of Education, developing and executing high-quality internal audit programs from planning through sign-off. The role coordinates with Department leadership and the NSW AECG to apply risk-based audit methodologies, oversee complex investigations, and ensure compliance with state and commonwealth legislation supporting quality outcomes for students and Aboriginal communities.

Executive Functions

• Demonstrate experience leading a large and complex audit function with deep technical skills in developing and executing high-quality internal audit programs from planning through sign-off.
• Manage a large and complex organization at a senior level, incorporating best practice and risk-based audit methodologies including IT audit principles.
• Undertake and review complex investigation and review projects with wide-ranging organizational impact.
• Apply knowledge of public sector accounting practices, key state and commonwealth legislation, and compliance audit requirements.
• Implement the Department's Aboriginal Education Policy and uphold the Department's Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

Qualifications & Experience

• Tertiary qualification in public administration, accounting, auditing, management, or equivalent; membership in IIA or CPA Australia required.
• Demonstrated extensive experience at a senior level in the management of a large, complex organisation.
• Detailed knowledge of public sector accounting practices and risk-based audit methodologies, including IT audit principles.
• Comprehensive knowledge of key state and/or commonwealth legislation related to audit's assurance over compliance activities.
• Knowledge of the Department's Aboriginal Education Policy and commitment to quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills with the drive to achieve contemporary best practice in audit.
• Others: Valid Working with Children Check clearance required.

The Audit Director guides the firm's insurance audit portfolio as a Responsible Individual, managing signing authority, profit and loss ownership, and business development strategy for a specialist client base that includes insurers, brokers, reinsurers, and international insurance groups. The role strengthens the practice by overseeing resource planning, leading recruitment and performance management, and maintaining liaison with central departments on risk and technical matters.

Job Functions

• Manage own portfolio of clients as a Responsible Individual, agreeing signing authority in conjunction with Audit leadership.
• Oversee group internal management, working with other Directors and Partners on resource planning and portfolio allocation.
• Manage recruitment, performance management, staff training and development, and promotion recommendations.
• Oversee financial measurements and management, including ownership of profit and loss.
• Liaise with central departments on risk management, technical, and other matters.
• Develop, execute, and manage the marketing and business development strategy for own portfolio.

Skills & Qualifications

• ACA, ICAS qualified, or overseas equivalent; educated to degree level or CTS.
• Previous Senior Manager in practice focusing on the insurance sector.
• Significant experience delivering audit and assurance services to insurance clients including insurers, brokers, reinsurers, and international insurance groups.
• Working experience of UK GAAP and IFRS; practical experience of IFRS 17 preferred.
• Experience managing and developing staff including coordinating projects, mentoring, counselling, appraising, and recruiting.
• Business development experience with demonstrated ability to identify and convert opportunities to grow revenue.

The Audit Director coordinates detailed audit, review, and compilation engagement procedures across multiple concurrent client relationships while building personal referral sources and participating in team marketing opportunities at a public accounting firm. The work directly supports firm growth and client retention by identifying engagement improvement opportunities, leading audit committee presentations, and coaching staff through CPE completion and professional development.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Assist with managing, developing, and coaching professional staff.
• Carry out detailed audit, review, and compilation engagement procedures.
• Identify audit risks and problems through review to ensure engagements are completed with defendable files and documentation.
• Identify engagement and operating opportunities for improvement and provide timely solutions and consultation.
• Manage multiple concurrent engagements within scheduled deadlines and multiple client relationships, billings, and resource needs.
• Build personal referral sources and clientele while actively participating in team marketing opportunities.
• Lead audit committee meeting presentations and participate in speaking and article writing opportunities.
• Complete CPE specific to assigned industries and travel to serve clients as necessary.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in accounting required.
• CPA license required.
• At least 9 years of audit experience in public accounting.
• Experience managing multiple complex client engagements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication skills to effectively relate to people of diverse backgrounds verbally and in writing.
• Ability to prioritize and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Aptitude to recruit and develop firm associates with innovative ideas for servicing clientele.

The Audit Director manages planning and execution of multiple engagements while performing business development activities to expand the client base and promote firm services, reporting to Partners on work status and risk across audits and proposals. The role elevates firm performance by mentoring staff, monitoring profitability and utilization, leading training initiatives, and recognizing opportunities to deliver value-added services that improve client outcomes.

Work Activities

• Manage planning and execution of multiple engagements.
• Communicate with Partner on work status and client issues that arise.
• Understand and manage firm risk on audits and proposals within budgetary and time constraints.
• Develop, train, and mentor staff on projects and assess performance for engagements and year-end reviews.
• Monitor profitability and staff utilization on all engagements.
• Perform business development activities to expand client base and promote firm services.
• Lead firm training initiatives to support staff development and improve efficiencies.
• Recognize opportunities to provide additional value-added services to clients to improve profitability and minimize risks.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree required.
• CPA required.
• Minimum 10 years of recent public accounting and audit experience, including 4+ years of managerial experience.
• Experience in various industries is a plus.
• Knowledge of Profx, Caseware, and Go File Room a plus.
• Outstanding analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
• Demonstrated teamwork and leadership skills with ability to supervise staff at all levels across different engagements.

Benefit: Competitive compensation, benefits, and wellness initiatives; strong career path for high-performing professionals.

The Audit Director develops the firmwide audit function by delivering a broad range of audit engagements, recruiting and mentoring Managers and Senior Managers, and playing a leading role in winning new business across the Bristol market. The Senior Management Team relies on this work to expand the firm's client base, maintain high service standards, and build lasting relationships that support long-term office growth.

Performance Expectations

• Work with the Senior Management Team to successfully deliver a broad range of audit engagements.
• Develop the audit team through recruiting and mentoring Managers and Senior Managers.
• Play a leading role in winning new business.
• Work with the SMT to continue expanding and developing the firmwide audit function.
• Build relationships and manage client expectations.

Required Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent.
• RI (Responsible Individual) status held or actively being pursued.
• ACA/ACCA experience managing a diverse portfolio of audit clients across sectors.
• Excellent communicator able to build rapport at all levels.
• Strong people manager who enjoys developing and coaching teams.
• Strong business developer keen to build contacts and network within the Bristol business community.
• Highly commercial with a drive to contribute to firm growth.

Audit Director executes networking strategy to meet new prospects, accepts audit project assignments, and presents financial information to client governing bodies while maintaining current knowledge on accounting standards across a diverse client base. The work directly supports department goals for chargeable hours, client satisfaction, and team development through performance evaluations, training, and multi-deadline management.

Scope of Work

• Develop and execute a networking strategy to meet new prospects and maintain an industry focus.
• Accept audit project assignments and communicate project progress with partners.
• Perform research and consulting projects and maintain current knowledge on accounting standards.
• Provide training to team members and achieve department goals for chargeable and total hours.
• Communicate with all levels within client organizations and present financial information to governing bodies.
• Complete job performance evaluations and team member annual reviews, perform billing functions, and manage multiple deadlines.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required.
• Master's degree in Tax or Finance strongly recommended.
• CPA certified.
• 6+ years of audit experience.
• Experience leading or managing a team.
• PC literate in basic software applications including Word, Excel, and internet tools.

The Audit Director runs operational, compliance, financial, and IT audits across a consumer products organization, supervising a team within a matrix structure and liaising with Sales, Operations, Finance, Treasury, IT, and HR to coordinate audit workshops and assess key controls. The role strengthens the control environment by presenting audit scope and findings to the SVP and General Auditor, coaching team members on testing results, and communicating root cause and impact to senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute operational, compliance, financial, and IT audits.
• Supervise the audit team and manage the matrix organization structure.
• Identify risks to achieving the audit entity's stated objectives.
• Liaise with Sales, Operations, Finance, Treasury, IT, and HR teams.
• Communicate audit progress to senior leadership and present audit scope and approach to the SVP and General Auditor.
• Coordinate audit workshops, discuss processes, and identify key financial controls to test and monitor.
• Assess each team member's testing results and provide timely coaching.
• Discuss audit status updates and communicate root cause and impact.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred.
• CPA required.
• 10+ years of audit experience, including Big 4 accounting background.
• Consumer products industry experience required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized, analytical, and detail-oriented.