Vice President, Internal Audit

FlexTek has partnered with a global, publicly traded organization to identify a strategic and hands-on Internal Audit leader who will serve as a key advisor to executive leadership across risk, controls, compliance, and operational effectiveness. This is a unique opportunity for a highly capable audit professional who thrives in a lean, high-visibility environment where they can directly influence the organization's risk strategy, control environment, and business operations. About the Opportunity This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building, influencing, and operating as a strategic business partner rather than managing a large audit team. The current environment requires a leader who can balance strategy with execution, someone comfortable rolling up their sleeves while also advising leadership on enterprise risk, governance, and operational controls. The position will oversee risk-based audits, controls testing, compliance investigations, enterprise risk management activities, and operational assessments across a complex global organization. While external and contract resources may be utilized periodically, this role operates in a highly lean structure and requires strong independent execution capability. Key ResponsibilitiesLead the organization's internal audit strategy, including risk assessments, annual audit planning, and execution across operational, financial, compliance, and strategic areasEvaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, governance processes, and risk management practices across domestic and international operationsConduct and oversee risk-based audits, controls testing, compliance investigations, and operational reviewsPartner closely with executive leadership across Finance, Operations, Technology, Legal, and Compliance to identify risks and improve business processesPresent audit findings, recommendations, and risk insights to senior leadership and executive stakeholdersAssess control gaps, determine audit scope, evaluate risk exposure, and recommend practical, business-focused solutionsSupport enterprise risk management initiatives and help strengthen the organization's overall control environmentCoordinate with external service providers and specialists as needed to support audit execution and technical assessmentsMaintain strong awareness of evolving industry trends, regulatory requirements, and internal audit best practicesBuild trusted relationships across the organization while maintaining appropriate independence and objectivity What We're Looking ForProven experience leading internal audit, risk, or compliance initiatives within a complex or publicly traded environmentStrong understanding of internal controls, SOX compliance, risk-based auditing, and operational risk managementAbility to operate independently in a lean environment with limited internal support resourcesExecutive presence with strong communication and stakeholder management capabilitiesExperience partnering directly with senior leadership and influencing business decisionsAbility to balance strategic thinking with hands-on executionStrong investigative, analytical, and problem-solving skillsExperience working across international or multi-site operations preferredCPA, CIA, or related certification preferred Why This Role Stands OutHigh visibility and direct interaction with executive leadershipBroad exposure across global operations and multiple business functionsOpportunity to shape and influence the organization's risk and control environmentStrategic leadership role with meaningful autonomy and impactLean, entrepreneurial environment where your expertise and judgment will directly drive outcomes Location: Greater Houston, TX (North) On Site: 4 Days a Week.