IT Audit Director

The Opportunity Leadership Role with Impact: Lead a team of IT auditors, driving critical IT audit initiatives for a Fortune global manufacturer with a diverse portfolio of market-leading products. Strategic Influence: Serve as a trusted advisor to senior management, including Chief Information Officers across corporate and segment levels, shaping IT controls and processes. Hybrid Work Flexibility: Enjoy a balanced work arrangement with 2-3 days per week in the office at company headquarters and the option to work remotely on other days, with moderate travel (15-20%). Competitive Compensation: Attractive package including base salary, realistic 25% bonus target, monthly car allowance, and exceptional benefits Professional Growth: Leverage opportunities to enhance technical and leadership expertise in IT audit, SAP environments, and emerging technologies while collaborating with top-tier external auditors and internal business leadership. Global Reach: Engage with a multinational organization operating in 159 countries, offering exposure to diverse IT systems and international business practices. What You'll Do Lead IT Internal Control Testing: Oversee all IT general controls testing for SOX compliance, training and supervising a team of auditors to ensure effective execution and coordination with external auditors. Manage ERP System Risk Assessments: Conduct risk assessments for ERP implementations, providing formal recommendations on go-live readiness to IT leadership. Drive Information Security Audits: Assess segment-level information security controls against established frameworks, collaborating with the Information Security Department to enhance protections. Optimize IT General Controls for SOX (FY 2026 Priority): Streamline and refine IT general controls testing processes to improve efficiency and compliance outcomes. Enhance Automated Controls Test Plan (FY 2026 Priority): Develop and implement a robust plan to test automated controls, strengthening the internal control environment. Improve Stakeholder Communications (FY 2026 Priority): Foster enhanced collaboration and communication between Internal Audit, IT, and external auditors to ensure alignment and transparency. Update Information Security Audit Plan (FY 2026 Priority): Revise and optimize the Information Security Audit Plan and its timing to address evolving risks and compliance needs. Communicate Audit Findings: Prepare and present clear, concise audit reports and remediation plans to management, ensuring actionable outcomes and follow-through. Act as IT Controls Consultant: Provide expert guidance on IT control design for new acquisitions, ERP transformations, and shared services initiatives. Build Relationships: Develop strong partnerships with corporate and segment IT leadership, corporate functions (Legal, Compliance, Finance), and external auditors. The Profile Experience: Minimum of 10 years in IT audit (internal or external) and/or IT roles with other audit experience (e.g. financial, operational). Experience auditing SAP environments is REQUIRED (SAP S/4HANA ideal); familiarity with LN or Microsoft D365 is a plus. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Finance, Accounting, or a related field. Certifications: Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) strongly preferred. Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of IT audit methodologies, SOX compliance, and information security frameworks; experience with AuditBoard is advantageous. Leadership: Proven ability to lead and develop a team of auditors (4+ direct reports). Must possess both strong project management skills to delegate effectively & meet deadlines, and also proven interpersonal and people development skills to ensure your team continues to grow their skills and effectiveness. Communication: Exceptional oral and written communication skills, capable of translating complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for non-IT stakeholders (e.g., finance, senior management). Collaboration: Adept at building strong working relationships with diverse stakeholders, including IT leadership, corporate functions, and external auditors. This is NOT purely technical oversight – it requires good emotional maturity and intelligence in dealing with many different types of stakeholder. Personal Attributes: Positive attitude, self-sufficient, collaborative, and proactive in driving continuous improvement; comfortable working in small teams and traveling moderately (15-20%). Strategic Mindset: Balances respect for existing processes with a drive to innovate and optimize IT audit practices, knowing when to escalate issues or seek support. Cleveland location: willing to live/relocate to the Cleveland area. This is NOT a fully remote role.