Internal Audit & Risk Director – SOX Focus

Baker Tilly US

. Work closely with client executives and management teams to understand businesses and identify and manage financial and operational risks .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $127,500 - $294,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in risk advisory, internal and external audit processes, and SOX compliance, while effectively managing client engagements and developing sustainable control programs. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential for identifying gaps and communicating recommendations to executive management.

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SOX ComplianceRisk AdvisoryInternal/External AuditCPA or CIA DesignationClient Engagement Management

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Hard Skills

Financial Risk ManagementOperational Risk ManagementBusiness Process ReengineeringControl DesignTesting and CoordinationAudit Issue DraftingProcess NarrativesControl Framework ReviewDocumentation StandardsBudget Management

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsAttention to DetailLeadershipClient ServiceContinuous Learning

Tools & Technologies

Audit SoftwareDocumentation ToolsPresentation SoftwareFinancial Analysis ToolsCollaboration Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACIA

Industry Keywords

SOX EngagementsInternal ControlsAudit CommitteesClient ProfitabilityProfessional Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work closely with client executives and management teams to understand businesses and identify and manage financial and operational risks
Lead SOX design and implementation or enhancement work, including process narratives and flows, control design, testing, and coordination with external audit
Help clients build sustainable control programs balancing regulatory expectations with operational efficiency
Review processes and controls against industry frameworks, identify gaps, and communicate issues and recommendations
Draft audit issues tied to business impact, root cause, and realistic remediation
Develop and present results to executive management and audit committees when required
Draft executive summaries and final client reports
Maintain high-quality workpapers and documentation consistent with internal audit standards and Baker Tilly methodology
Manage engagements, including scope, budget, staffing, timelines, and client communications
Manage client engagement staffing, billings and collections, and client profitability targets
Coach and develop managers, seniors, and associates through review, feedback, and hands-on guidance
Build client, internal, external, and community relationships
Facilitate presentations to internal and external audiences
Develop knowledge of technology environments, platforms, applications, and tools/utilities
Invest in professional development and support team-member growth

Requirements

What you’ll need

4 year degree
Twelve (12) years of experience
CPA or CIA designation(s) required
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related program preferred
12+ years of experience with risk advisory, internal/external audit, business process reengineering, and/or internal controls
Experience with SOX-specific engagements desired
Experience as a client-serving professional for a consulting firm desired
Excellent analytical, technical and problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability to lead and supervise others
Ability to provide exceptional client service
Commitment to continuous learning and staying current regarding applicable strategies
Ability to see the big picture as well as the details
Appropriate ethical knowledge and commitment
Sense of urgency and commitment to quality and timely project completion
Flexibility to travel to various client sites, overnight as needed, up to 20%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Upward career trajectory
Flexibility in how and where you get your work done
Resources and support to sharpen technical skills and build your career
Firm-wide learning and development programs
Professional development opportunities
Baker Tilly Care and Teach support for team-member growth
Friendships, social activities and team outings encouraging work-life balance
Comprehensive compensation and benefits package