Senior Leader, Internal Audit

RH is seeking a Senior Leader, Internal Audit to lead the execution of the operational and compliance components of the Company’s annual Internal Audit Plan. Reporting to the Vice President, Internal Audit, this leader will plan, execute, and report on all phases of internal audits and compliance initiatives, from design and testing to remediation and monitoring, with an emphasis on quality, rigor, and alignment with IIA, SEC, and PCAOB standards. This role offers the opportunity to shape the maturity of a compliance and risk function through strategic leadership, collaboration with business partners, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, sound judgment, and a proactive mindset to drive operational excellence while fostering a culture of integrity, transparency, and accountability across all areas of the business. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Lead the design of audit procedures that complement continuous improvement of global processes to ensure compliance with IIA guidelines, internal standards, industry best practices Maintain deep expertise in IIA Global standards, ensuring RH remains at the forefront of audit and compliance excellence Conduct enterprise-wide risk assessments to identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks across the organization; design and execute internal audits and monitoring processes that promote accountability and operational effectiveness Own the entire audit lifecycle in alignment with the IIA guidelines Prepare and present audit findings and reports to senior leadership, providing clear insights and actionable recommendations Partner with process owners to understand processes, provide training, and strengthen ownership of internal processes and compliance practices Build a deep understanding of key business processes and strong cross functional partnerships to identify best practices and drive improvements across operations and finance Champion a culture of compliance through thoughtful collaboration, consistency, and high standards of quality OUR REQUIREMENTS 7-10+ years of progressive experience in internal controls, audit, accounting, or SOX testing within a mid-size to large organization, preferably in retail or consumer business Expertise in IIA requirements, with hands‑on experience defining, testing, and improving operational processes and controls Demonstrated experience leading enterprise-wide risk assessments and developing Internal Audit Plans Proven success managing compliance monitoring functions, including both preventative and detective control processes Experience developing and leading retail audits (field audits, inventory, vendor, hospitality, etc.) Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles CPA, CIA, or CISA certification preferred Experience in public accounting or a consumer-facing company highly desirable Exceptional communication and leadership skills, building trust and influence across multiple levels of the organization A mindset of continuous improvement with a passion for operational excellence and compliance integrity PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Operate standard office equipment and technology Remain seated at a desk and work on a computer for extended periods of time Travel occasionally (approximately 10-15%) to business locations, including domestic and international sites #J-18808-Ljbffr RH-USA Inc