Director, Global Internal Audit

Biogen

Director of Global Internal Audit at Biogen overseeing audit strategies and risk management. Leading a team to enhance controls and develop data analytics capabilities.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeCambridge • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $188,000 - $259,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in audit processes, risk management, and strategic oversight within the pharmaceutical and biotech industries. Proven ability to lead audit teams, execute diverse audit types, and enhance internal controls through data analytics and automation.

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Bachelor's Degree In Accounting Or FinanceCPA Certification12 Years Of Progressive Audit ExperienceExperience With Big 4 Accounting FirmsPeople Leadership Experience

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Hard Skills

Risk And Control AssuranceAudit PlanningData AnalyticsFinancial AuditsOperational AuditsCompliance AuditsForensic AuditsAnti-Bribery/Corrupion AuditsAudit ReportingTechnical Auditing Concepts

Soft Skills

Coaching And DevelopmentStrategic DirectionCritical Evaluation

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACIACISA

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryBiotech IndustryMed Device IndustryAudit Committee ReportingOperational Business Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain an in-depth knowledge of Biogen’s core business and contribute to developing a risk and control assurance program.
Contribute to the development of departmental strategy, risk-based audit plans, Audit Committee reporting, and departmental initiatives.
Direct project team (Managers, Supervisors, Staff) in the performance of audits (and special requests such as investigations) and oversee execution of assigned portion of audit plan.
Ensure project planning, fieldwork, and reporting adhere to professional and departmental standards.
Critically evaluate issues identified during audit processes and develop recommendations to enhance controls.
Provide strategic direction and oversight to audit engagement teams, ensuring consistency and quality.
Lead the evolution of Internal Audit’s data analytics and automation capabilities.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or MBA.
CPA required; CIA, CISA, or other relevant professional certifications strongly preferred.
Experience with “Big 4” accounting firms.
At least 12 years of progressive audit experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Operational business experience considered a plus
Ability to understand and analyze pharmaceutical, biotech, or Med Device industry processes.
Thorough understanding of complex technical and auditing concepts.
Demonstrated ability to execute various audit types, including financial, operational, compliance, forensic, and anti-bribery/corruption audits.
People leadership experience, including coaching and development of junior staff.
Ability to travel 20% domestic and international travel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
80 hours of sick time per calendar year
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
Employee Resource Groups participation