Executive Job Description | Executive Director –of Internal Audit at a California Public Biotechnology company.
Their strategy is focused on the research, development and commercialization of several unique therapeutic products.
MUST HAVE LIFE SCIENCE EXPERIENCE IN AN FDA REGULATED COMPANY
Executive Director –of Internal Audit
Overview:
You will demonstrate a high level of professionalism and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. You will develop Quality Assurance and Improvement Programs that cover all aspects of internal audit activity and continuously monitors its effectiveness. Other duties include:
-Provide appropriate leadership for staff to achieve audit goals and objectives
-Manage all internal reporting for the department, generating and supporting the development of standard and ad-hoc management reports
-Support audit management in the preparation and development of executive presentations to the audit committee and executive management
-Develop training programs for department including technical audit training, CPE certification, Six Sigma certification and professional career development
-Lead directors, managers and staff of the Corporate Audit, in providing independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the operations of the Company
-Participate in determining whether Corporate Audit’s process and document management systems, control and governance processes are adequate and functioning in a manner appropriate to a Company size and market
-Exercise sound judgment and initiative in handling business issues of significance to Corporate Audit and the Company
-Assist on special projects as needed
-Discharge responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with The Institute of Internal Auditors’ Code of Ethics, International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and Statement of Responsibilities
-May travel up to 25% per year
Qualification:
Should have selected Auditing as a career
-Big 4 and Fortune 500 internal audit experience required
- CPA required
-Pharmaceutical / biotechnology industry experience highly required
-Advanced certification (i.e., MBA, CPA, CISA or Six Sigma) desired
-Knowledge and understanding of internal control framework required
10 or more years of experience in finance, accounting or auditing
-10 or more years of experience in operations and change management
-8 or more years of supervising staff or managing project teams
- Advanced degree and professional certification (i.e., CIA, CFE, etc) preferred
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