Oversee comprehensive audit functions for designated Church entities around the world.
Lead and mentor audit teams, ensuring high performance and professional development.
Develop and oversee risk-based audit plans aligned with Church objectives and compliance requirements.
Build collaborative relationships with Managing Directors, Directors for Temporal Affairs, and Affiliate Presidents to provide strategic insights.
Contribute to long-term planning, establish priorities, and carry out improvement initiatives.
Continuously assess risk frameworks, identify control weaknesses, and ensure robust internal controls across financial, operational, and compliance functions.
Oversee audits across financial, IT, operational, and compliance areas; ensure reliability of financial and operational data.
Present complex issues and regular updates to executive leadership and the Audit Committee; advise on governance and risk management frameworks.
Ensure timely implementation of corrective actions and uphold professional audit standards for quality and consistency.
Identify process improvement opportunities and leverage technology such as generative AI, data analytics, and continuous monitoring.
Promote ethics, integrity, and strong governance in Church operations.
Coordinate global compliance services and facilitate external audits for affiliates.
Requirements
CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, or an equivalent certification required; however, candidates with extensive and progressive leadership experience directing compliance, financial, information systems, or enterprise risk audit functions may also be considered.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; master’s degree preferred.
Minimum 14 years of audit or accounting experience, including multinational exposure.
Extensive and progressive managerial experience in leadership roles, with demonstrated strength in collaborating with functional leaders to address compliance, financial, internal control, and operational challenges.
Proven ability to lead and mentor audit teams, manage complex and resource-intensive audit services, and collaboratively develop strategic audit plans.
Proven ability to support departmental staff through personnel and workplace matters.
Deep understanding of internal controls, risk management, compliance, business processes, and project management.
Demonstrate excellence in written and verbal communications.
Perform work with integrity, objectivity, professionalism, and competency.
Must be a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and currently temple worthy.