Position SummaryThe Internal Audit Leader plays a pivotal role in strengthening Chemelex's control environment, risk management, and governance as the company transitions from carve-out to scale. Reporting directly to the CFO, this high-impact position leads the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of the Internal Audit program. Acting as a trusted advisor to leadership, the Internal Audit Leader provides independent assurance and actionable recommendations across financial, operational, IT, and compliance risks.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities- Develop and annually refresh a risk-based Internal Audit Plan aligned with enterprise risks, company priorities, and leadership expectations.
- Conduct comprehensive risk assessments covering financial, operational, IT, cybersecurity, compliance, and fraud risks.
- Coordinate audit scope and priorities with management, external auditors, and the Audit Committee.
- Plan and execute audits across financial controls, operational processes, ITGCs, and special reviews.
- Design audit programs, perform walkthroughs, test controls, analyze data, and assess process effectiveness.
- Identify control gaps, inefficiencies, and emerging risks; clearly communicate root causes and business impact.
- Prepare concise, high-quality audit reports with actionable recommendations.
- Track remediation plans and follow up on corrective actions to ensure timely and sustainable closure.
- Build scalable audit methodologies, templates, and documentation for a growing global organization.
- Leverage data analytics and automation to enhance audit efficiency and insight.
- Support ad-hoc risk reviews, investigations, and management requests as needed.
What You'll Bring- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA, CIA, or CISA preferred.
- Minimum 7+ years of experience in internal audit, risk management, or related roles, ideally in a global or growth-stage environment.
- Strong understanding of financial, operational, IT, and compliance controls.
- Proven ability to lead audits from planning through execution and reporting.
- Proficiency in audit tools, data analytics, and Microsoft Office Suite.