DescriptionArea of Talent: Internal Audit/Affordable Housing
Position Type: Full Time/Exempt
Salary Range: $140,000 to $150,000
Office Location: NYC/Financial District
Position Summary:The Deputy Director of Internal Audit is a leadership role responsible for co-developing and executing the risk-based internal audit plan; performing and overseeing financial, operational, compliance, and IT audit engagements; and strengthening governance, risk management, and internal control across the organization. The role provides day-to-day leadership to Internal Audit staff, manages external audit resources where needed, and serves as a key liaison to senior leadership and the Audit Committee.
This role reports to the Chief Risk Officer.
Job Responsibilities:- Annual Risk Assessment & Audit Plan: Lead or co-lead the annual risk assessment; develop and maintain a dynamic, risk-based Internal Audit plan that incorporates assurance and advisory work and supports senior leadership and Audit Committee oversight.
- Engagement Delivery: Plan, execute, and review audits covering financial, operational, compliance, IT/cyber, and specialized areas; ensure sufficient, relevant evidence and well-documented workpapers supporting conclusions and recommendations.
- Reporting & Governance: Present audit results and periodic updates to management and the Audit Committee; prepare clear, actionable audit reports with agreed remediation and follow-up.
- Quality Program & Standards: Maintain Internal Audit's Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP) and drive conformance with the IIA IPPF/Standards; plan and coordinate external quality assessments (QAR) on the required cycle.
- Issue Tracking & Follow-Up: Oversee timely remediation tracking; perform follow-up reviews to validate that management actions address root causes and control gaps.
- Continuous Monitoring & Analytics: Expand the function's use of data analytics and continuous monitoring where appropriate to improve audit coverage and insight.
- Resource Management & Coaching: Supervise and develop junior auditors; set clear expectations, review work, and provide coaching, training, and performance feedback. Manage vendors/outsourcers when engaged.
- Policy & Compliance Alignment: Ensure audits consider applicable internal policies and relevant professional/government auditing standards; partner with key internal departments on control improvements.
- Special Projects/Advisory: Lead or participate in management-requested advisory engagements and special projects that enhance processes, data integrity, and organizational effectiveness.
Required Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.
- 7-10+ years of progressively responsible internal audit (or closely related) experience, including leading complex audits and presenting to senior stakeholders.
- Supervisory experience managing auditors and reviewing audit workpapers and reports.
- Solid knowledge of internal control frameworks and the IIA Standards/IPPF; familiarity with applicable Government Auditing Standards for public-sector work.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to craft concise, actionable reports and present to senior leadership and the Audit Committee.
- Strong data analytical skills used in continuous monitoring and audit context.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and audit management and documentation tools (OpsAudit would be a plus).
Preferred Qualifications- Professional certification such as CIA, CPA, or CISA (strongly preferred).
- Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MPA, MSA) or graduate-level coursework in auditing, accounting, public administration, information systems, or related fields.
- Experience operating in a public-sector or mission-driven environment and working with government policies, regulations, and audit requirements.
- Demonstrated leadership of a QAIP, and direct experience coordinating an external QAR for Internal Audit.
- Hands-on experience with IT/cybersecurity, third-party/vendor risk, and data analytics in audit contexts.
It is strongly preferred that you submit a cover letter with your resume. You may also fax your resume and cover letter to [redacted].
HDC demonstrates a strong commitment to its employees by providing a salary that is competitive and commensurate with experience and excellent benefits, including: - Health Benefits at a reasonable cost
- Dental and Vision Benefits at no cost
- Retirement savings plan with a generous match and a pension plan
- Paid holiday, vacation, sick time and parental leave
- Professional development opportunities
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness for eligible employees
- Wellness reimbursement
- Back-up Caregiver Benefit
