Vice President, Internal Audit Jobs

Explore Vice President, Internal Audit jobs for experienced audit leaders ready to guide enterprise risk assessment, strengthen controls, and provide independent assurance to senior executives and boards. These senior roles are available across industries, including financial services, technology, healthcare, and manufacturing. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Vice President of Internal Audit Do?

A Vice President of Internal Audit typically leads an organization’s internal audit function and develops a risk-based audit strategy. Responsibilities may include overseeing audits of financial and operational processes, evaluating internal controls and compliance, presenting findings to executive leadership or the audit committee, and monitoring corrective actions. The role also involves building effective teams and communicating complex risks clearly.

Qualifications and Skills

Employers often seek senior audit professionals with extensive experience in internal audit, risk management, accounting, or compliance. A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is common; some positions prefer a graduate degree. Certifications such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) may be valued. Strong candidates bring sound judgment, leadership, analytical ability, and expertise in audit standards, governance, and control frameworks.

Vice President, Internal Audit Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation varies based on industry, organization size, location, and the scope of the role. Many Vice President of Internal Audit positions are senior professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more; total compensation may also include bonuses and benefits. Experienced leaders may advance to chief audit executive, chief risk officer, or other executive roles.

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$108K - $162K *

Join a team that drives internal audit excellence by evaluating and enhancing risk management and governance processes, while developing a robust audit plan aligned with business objectives and priori...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team to lead governance, risk, and compliance initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency for Financial Services clients while managing complex projects and mentoring team members for...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $140K *

Take ownership of internal audit processes, supporting risk assessment and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with teams to enhance audit effectiveness and reporting, while managing multiple stakehold...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by enhancing internal controls and SOX compliance, supporting control owners, and driving risk management initiatives across the Finance function to ensure operational efficiency and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by enhancing internal controls and SOX compliance. Collaborate with control owners to ensure effective design and operation of controls, while expanding risk management capabilities a...

Brossard, QCIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Champion audit excellence by conducting comprehensive contract audits, analyzing financial data, and providing strategic recommendations to enhance program management and compliance during critical na...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Shape the future of public policy advocacy by developing compelling strategies, building bipartisan relationships, and leading initiatives that strengthen internal auditing across U.S. states. Drive i...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $150K *

Champion impactful public policy initiatives while fostering bipartisan relationships. Drive advocacy strategies and engage with stakeholders to advance the internal audit profession at state levels...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional audit services for manufacturing clients, collaborating with industry leaders to develop strategic solutions that meet complex challenges and drive business s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead and enhance audit engagements in the manufacturing sector, guiding clients through complex challenges with strategic insights while mentoring high-performing teams for impactful result...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Tackle complex audit engagements for manufacturing clients, leading teams to deliver exceptional service. You will mentor staff, cultivate client relationships, and drive strategic initiatives that en...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in IT audit operations, overseeing project management and fostering a culture of continuous improvement while supporting executive management and ensuring compliance with audit standar...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $200K *

Pioneer the transformation of internal audit processes by leading complex audits and enhancing methodologies. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify risks and contribute to strategic improvements w...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join our team to lead audit engagements for professional services clients, guiding teams and strategies while fostering client relationships and driving exceptional service to navigate complex busines...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Empower client success as you lead audit engagements, guide teams, and deliver strategic insights in a collaborative environment, enhancing operational excellence and fostering strong professional rel...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading audit engagements, mentoring teams, and providing strategic insights to professional services clients. Collaborate to enhance processes, drive engagement success, and bu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Lead and oversee audit engagements in a dynamic professional services team. Drive strategies, enhance client relationships, and develop high-performing teams while delivering exceptional service and v...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality audit services to professional services clients, overseeing engagements, mentoring teams, and cultivating client relationships to drive growth and ensure str...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $105K *

Join a team tackling diverse internal audits and SOX compliance initiatives. Drive process improvements and enhance internal controls. Collaborate across functions to ensure effective operational and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $130K *

Lead audit engagements and ensure compliance while mentoring teams and enhancing client relationships. Drive business growth and deliver exceptional service across diverse industries, managing risk an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $134K *

Join a dynamic Internal Audit team to assess and enhance Information Technology risk management, driving improvements in governance and controls while executing audits and advisory services across var...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $134K *

Elevate your career by joining our dynamic team to drive impactful audits and enhance information technology risk management across critical business processes and controls, ensuring governance and co...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Lead audit engagements for financial services clients while mentoring staff. Enhance client relationships, drive business improvements, and contribute to a dynamic team focused on quality and problem...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $130K *

Drive quality and innovation by leading audit engagements for financial services clients, fostering client relationships, mentoring team members, and contributing to business development in a supporti...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $130K *

Shape your career by leading audit engagements for financial services clients. Build strong relationships, mentor team members, and engage in a collaborative and supportive public accounting environme...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Vice President of Internal Audit do?question toggle

    A Vice President of Internal Audit leads an organization’s audit function, sets risk-based audit priorities, evaluates controls and compliance, and communicates findings and recommendations to senior leaders and the board or audit committee.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Vice President, Internal Audit jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for substantial audit or risk leadership experience and a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. CIA, CPA, or CISA certifications may be preferred, along with strong communication and leadership skills.

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    Pay depends on factors such as industry, location, company size, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; individual listings provide details about compensation when available.

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    Experienced Vice Presidents of Internal Audit may progress to Chief Audit Executive, Chief Risk Officer, or other senior executive positions in governance, risk, compliance, or finance.

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