AUDIT DIRECTOR

Virginia Jobs$100K — $130K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field; advanced degree preferred
  • 7-10 years of progressive auditing experience, with 3-5 years in a leadership role
  • Deep understanding of financial, operational, compliance, and IT audit practices
  • Proven track record in risk management and governance frameworks
  • Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analytics and AI technologies

Responsibilities

  • Lead development of a risk-based audit plan aligned with university priorities
  • Oversee financial, operational, compliance, and IT audits as well as special reviews
  • Develop innovative audit and advisory approaches to enhance service delivery
  • Utilize technology to improve audit processes and stakeholder engagement
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional excellence within the audit team

Benefits

  • Dynamic work environment focused on strategic risk management
  • Opportunity to influence governance and internal control practices
  • Professional development resources to advance audit talent
  • Collaborative culture promoting innovative solutions
  • Engagement with senior leadership for high-impact decision-making
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Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title
AUDIT DIRECTOR

Department
UNIVERSITY AUDIT DEPARTMENT

Position Number
FP031A

Location
Norfolk, VA

Job Summary

The Audit Director serves as a senior leader within the Office of Audit, Compliance, and Risk Management, reporting directly to the Vice President for Audit, Compliance, and Risk Management. The Director provides strategic and operational oversight to the University Audit function, leading the development and execution of a dynamic, risk-based audit plan aligned with institutional priorities. This role oversees financial, operational, compliance, and IT audits; special reviews; investigations; and advisory engagements, ensuring adherence to professional auditing standards while delivering meaningful insight that strengthens governance, internal controls, and organizational performance, and proactively identifies emerging risks.

The Audit Director will position University Audit with a forward-focused posture by advancing innovative audit and advisory approaches, expanding the strategic use of data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI), while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional excellence. By leveraging technology, enhancing stakeholder engagement, and developing audit talent, the Director will elevate the department's impact-shifting beyond traditional assurance activities to provide proactive, value-added risk intelligence that supports informed decision-making and long-term institutional resilience.

Position Type
FullTime

Type of Recruitment
General Public

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Completion of Statement of Personal Economic Interest is required upon hire

Conditions of Employment

Job Open Date
05/12/2026

Open Until Filled
Yes

Application Review Date

Job Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials Required

Confidential inquiries, nominations, and applications should be sent via email to:

Charles Kaler & Kirk Schulz
CSA Search & Consulting LLC

[email protected]

Criminal Background Check
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

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