Job Description
Corus International is seeking a Director, Internal Audit to join our Finance and Administration team at the Headquarters in Washington, DC. The Director reports to the Managing Director, Finance & Administration.
Position Summary:
The Director, Internal Audit will serve as a subject matter expert responsible for leading and advancing the internal audit function across all Corus entities This role will oversee a team of two Senior Managers of Internal Audit and direct complex operational, financial and compliance audits to evaluate internal control effectiveness, identify organizations risks, and ensure that audit recommendations are practical and effectively mitigate risks. The Director will work collaboratively with Managing Directors and country leadership to strengthen internal controls and reinforce robust risk management practices across the organization.
Responsibilities:
Internal Audit
- Direct and coordinate all internal audit engagements related to project audits and other regulatory audit requirements, ensuring they fulfill the mandates established by Corus’ Leadership Team, Board of Directors and Audit Risk Committee (ARC).
- Provide independent assurance on the effectiveness of risk management and internal controls, including the design and operation of controls, risk-mitigation strategies, and overall compliance with Corus’ policies and procedures.
- Lead, manage and review all internal test work, ensuring thorough evaluation of the internal control environment and promoting continuous improvement of financial and operational controls, processes, and system capabilities.
- Ensure the overall quality of work produced by the internal audit unit, including maintaining and updating the unit’s quality assurance standards as needed.
- Lead the annual risk assessment process to inform audit planning and guide the development of the audit strategy, audit plan and audit scope.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders to select specialized external service providers for audit and investigation activities when required.
- Build and maintain key relationships across the organization to obtain information needed to perform audit responsibilities, provide business advisory support, and deliver strategic recommendations.
- Communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats and prepare formal presentations including executive summaries and recommendations based on audit results for Corus’ Leadership and Senior Managers, Board of Directors and ARC.
- Prepare reports and summaries that provide independent assurance over Corus’ activities and operating units to support informed decision making.
- Oversee the execution of additional tasks and special projects assigned by management, including system implementation reviews, due diligence assessments, and internal investigations.
- Establish and maintain policies and procedures designed that guide the operations of the internal audit unit.
- Execute the administrative functions of the internal audit unit.
- Review the Internal Audit Charter and provide recommendations for improvement to the Standards of the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing SDIAI, while documenting existing competencies and verifying they meet all charter requirements.
Advisory Engagement
- Lead internal audit advisory and related client related service activities, ensuring the audit plan remains on track and that adequate staffing is available to meet all requirements.
Staff Supervision and Development
- Develop and manage a high-performing audit team whose expertise is actively sought across the organization to support improvements in compliance, internal controls, procedures, and overall performance.
- Develop employee-led objective setting and ensure alignment with team, functional, and organizational goals and priorities.
- Ensure the team’s professional qualifications and balance of expertise remain appropriate and fully aligned with the needs of the audit plan.
- Mentor and develop staff to ensure strong succession planning and to identify and budget the appropriate training opportunities.
Other
- Other duties as assigned.
Supervisory:
- (2) Senior Manager, Internal Audit
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field, with a minimum of 8 years’ relevant work experience.
- Overall experience must include at least 5 years of direct supervisory responsibility.
- Experience working with various non-USG public donors (e.g., EU, DFID).
- Knowledge of U.S. accounting standards for non-profit organizations.
- Demonstrated excellence in finance, accounting, budgeting, control, and reporting.
- Knowledge of U.S. Federal contract regulations and project management experience.
- Advanced knowledge of accounting principles for international nonprofits.
- Strong analytical, problem solving, and presentation skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, enterprise-wide financial, accounting systems that include budgeting and reporting functions.
- Strong financial modeling, budgeting, and analytical skills utilizing advanced Excel techniques.
- English a must, additionally Spanish and/or French is desirable.
Preferred Qualifications:
- CPA, CMA, CA, or equivalent international certification and/or master’s degree preferred.
- CIA certification preferred, or the willingness to obtain; CFE a plus.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- The physical requirements that may be needed to execute responsibilities may include bending, standing, and walking, etc.
- The mental requirements that are essential to satisfactorily executing the responsibilities outlined in this job description include, but are not limited to: learning new tasks, comprehending, and retaining information, completing tasks independently, effectively communicating verbally and in writing, demonstrating proficiency in using computer software to perform assigned tasks.
Other Duties:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities for the position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All positions are required to perform any additional tasks assigned by the supervisor. Global positions that are bound by contracts will not be changed without notice and approval.
Working Conditions, Travel and Environment
- Corus has a hybrid work policy, allowing work to be done remotely; two days per week (Tuesday and Wednesday) in the office is required. The employee must be available to work outside normal office hours or weekends as required.
- This position must be able to travel up to 30% annually as required for standard domestic and international business purposes. While performing the duties of this job in different locations, the employee may be exposed to precarious settings under high-security risks and/or very basic living conditions and outside weather conditions, as well as to infectious diseases.
- If applicable, must have authorization to work in the country of assignment.
As a member of the Corus Family, each employee is expected to:
- Foster a work environment where everyone feels valued and included.
- Support employees’ evaluation and promotion processes based on skills and performance.
- Promote a safe, secure, and respectful environment for all members of Corus family, stakeholders in general, and particularly for the communities we serve.
- Follow Corus Code of Conduct helping to prevent any type of abuse including workplace harassment, sexual abuse and exploitation, and trafficking in persons.
- Adhere to the Organizational Core Values.
Corus International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.
