Senior Director of Internal Audit (Hybrid)

Sr. Director, Internal Audit & Enterprise Risk

Direct hire, full-time employee

Seattle, WA in office, Monday Thursday, Friday remote optional

Salary range: $215,000$250,000, plus performance-based incentives and competitive benefits.

Summary

The Sr. Director, Internal Audit & Enterprise Risk is a strategic advisor to senior leadership and the Audit Committee, responsible for shaping a modern, risk-based audit function and elevating enterprise risk management across a complex, global, operations-heavy business. This leader delivers independent assurance, sharp insights, and forward-looking risk guidance that strengthens governance, protects value, and supports long-term growth. Ideal candidates bring deep experience in food manufacturing, consumer products, or large-scale supply chain environments, with the ability to navigate operational complexity, technology-enabled processes, and evolving regulatory expectations.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong command of internal controls, Global Internal Audit Standards, and COSO frameworks.
• Expertise in cybersecurity, identity management, and third-party risk assurance.
• Advanced data analytics and continuous auditing techniques.
• Business acumen across manufacturing, supply chain, and digital operations.
• Ability to translate complex risk topics into clear, actionable insights.
• High judgment, independence, and professional skepticism.
• Executive presence with strong influence across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to design and execute a scalable, risk-based audit program.

Required Qualifications

• 1215+ years of progressive experience in Internal Audit, ERM, risk advisory, or public accounting, including 3+ years in senior leadership.
• Proven experience leading or shaping an Internal Audit function in a complex, operations-heavy organization.
• Strong background in food manufacturing, consumer products, retail, or global supply chain environments.
• Expertise auditing technology-enabled processes (ERP, data platforms, automated workflows).
• Deep understanding of ERM frameworks, internal controls, and risk assessment methodologies.
• Experience modernizing audit functions using analytics, continuous monitoring, and risk-based approaches.
• Executive communication skills with experience presenting to Boards/Audit Committees.
• CPA, CIA, or equivalent certification required.