Internal Audit Lead

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client that is seeking an Internal Audit Lead in Baltimore, MD.Duties Include:

• Lead and manage the audit lifecycle, including planning, fieldwork, and reporting
• Conduct audits across financial, operational, and compliance areas
• Review processes and internal controls to identify risks, gaps, and improvement opportunities
• Oversee audit staff, providing guidance, review, and quality oversight
• Review and approve audit workpapers, findings, and reports for accuracy and completeness
• Communicate audit results, risks, and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders
• Ensure audits are completed on time and aligned with organizational priorities
• Track and support remediation of audit findings and corrective actions

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 7+ years of progressive auditing experience, including leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong knowledge of auditing standards, accounting principles, and internal control frameworks
• Experience leading complex audits across financial, operational, or compliance functions
• Proficiency with data analysis tools and financial systems or ERP platforms
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a deadline-driven environment
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to present findings to various stakeholders
• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CIA, or similar) preferred

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.


We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.


Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.


This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.


Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.


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