Vice President, Internal Audit

Arclin•Alpharetta, GA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Vice President of Internal Audit is the company’s senior leader responsible for establishing and overseeing a world‑class internal audit function, ensuring a strong internal control environment, and driving SOX compliance and IPO readiness. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role provides independent assurance to executive leadership and the Audit Committee, strengthens financial and operational controls, and prepares the organization for the rigor, transparency, and governance expectations of a public company. The ideal candidate brings deep SOX expertise, experience leading audit functions in high‑growth, multiple ERP environments, and the ability to influence cross‑functional leaders to embed strong controls and risk management practices across the enterprise.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Certifications: CPA and CIA, or CISA strongly preferred.
Experience: 12+ years of progressive internal audit, SOX, or risk management experience, including leadership roles.
Technical Knowledge: Experience preparing a company for IPO or operating in a public‑company environment. Deep knowledge of SOX 404, COSO frameworks, PCAOB standards, and internal control design. Strong understanding of financial reporting, ERP systems, IT general controls, and data governance.
Skills: Proven ability to lead complex, cross‑functional initiatives and influence executive stakeholders. Exceptional communication skills, executive presence, and ability to present to the Audit Committee.
Willingness to travel about 30-40% of the time

Nice To Haves

Experience in high‑growth, PE‑backed, or pre‑IPO companies.
Background in chemical manufacturing, or other complex operational environments.
Familiarity with automation tools, data analytics, and continuous monitoring technologies.
Experience managing global teams or multi‑location operations and service providers.

Responsibilities

Build and lead the internal audit function, including strategy, charter, methodology, and annual audit plan.
Serve as the primary liaison to the Audit Committee, providing regular updates on audit results, risk assessments, and control maturity.
Oversee execution of financial, operational, IT, and compliance audits, ensuring high-quality, risk‑based audit coverage.
Establish audit standards, policies, and procedures aligned with IIA standards and public‑company expectations.
Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of the company’s SOX 404 compliance program.
Oversee end‑to‑end control documentation, risk assessments, walkthroughs, testing, remediation, and reporting across multiple ERP platforms.
Partner with Finance, IT, Legal, HR, and Operations to ensure controls are embedded, sustainable, and aligned with evolving business processes.
Ensure consistent control design and execution across disparate systems, including legacy ERPs, cloud-based solutions, and specialized operational systems.
Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and drive timely remediation of deficiencies.
Ensure readiness for external auditor reliance and coordinate all SOX‑related audit activities.
Lead the internal controls and governance workstreams of the IPO readiness program.
Establish public‑company–grade policies, procedures, and documentation standards across the enterprise.
Implement governance frameworks for risk management, compliance, and financial reporting integrity.
Prepare the organization for PCAOB audit standards, increased disclosure requirements, and accelerated reporting timelines.
Advise the CFO and executive team on control gaps, risk exposures, and required enhancements to meet public‑company expectations.
Conduct enterprise‑wide risk assessments and develop a multi‑year audit roadmap aligned with strategic priorities.
Provide advisory support on major initiatives, including ERP implementations, system integrations, and process redesign.
Provide insights and recommendations to improve operational efficiency, system reliability, and process effectiveness.
Partner with business leaders to support major initiatives such as system implementations, process redesign, and organizational changes.
Monitor emerging risks, regulatory changes, and industry best practices to ensure proactive risk mitigation.
Use data analytics and continuous monitoring techniques to enhance audit coverage and insight.
Assess and validate internal controls across multiple ERP systems, ensuring consistency in financial reporting, access management, and change control.
Oversee integration risks between ERPs and connected systems (e.g., procurement, manufacturing, payroll, fixed assets).
Ensure data integrity, audit trails, and reporting accuracy across heterogeneous system landscapes.
Partner with IT to evaluate system configurations, segregation of duties, and IT general controls across all platforms.
Build and mentor a high‑performing internal audit team with expertise in SOX, IT audit, and operational audit.
Manage co‑sourced audit partners and external advisors as needed.
Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement across the organization.
Influence senior leaders to adopt strong control practices without compromising business agility.