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CHAMBERLAIN GROUP

Sr. Director, Internal Controls

$194K - $325K/yr

  • Retirement

Improve Chamberlain Group's system of internal control by identifying and evaluating risk and controls from an enterprise-wide perspective as well as specific processes; collect, analyze and report ...

GitLab

Senior Director, Internal Audit

An overview of this role As the Senior Director, Internal Audit you'll report to the Vice President ... assessment, prioritization, internal controls, root cause analysis, and audit planning.

Warner Music Group

Senior Director, Internal Audit

New York, NY · On-site

$98K - $135K/yr

... controls, and how we complete our audits. The Senior Director, Internal Audit will report to the ... Senior Vice President, Internal Audit and Risk Management and will play a key role in leading risk ...

Warner Records

Senior Director, Internal Audit

New York, NY · On-site

$98K - $135K/yr

... controls, and how we complete our audits. The Senior Director, Internal Audit will report to the ... Senior Vice President, Internal Audit and Risk Management and will play a key role in leading risk ...

GitLab

Senior Director, Internal Audit

$92K - $126K/yr

  • Medical

  • PTO

An overview of this role As the Senior Director, Internal Audit you'll report to the Vice President ... assessment, prioritization, internal controls, root cause analysis, and audit planning.

Acrisure

Senior Director, Internal Audit

Philadelphia, PA

$200K - $295K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Key Responsibilities: * Establish credibility and trust with senior management and audit ... Advancedunderstanding of internal controls and experience in applying them to plan, perform ...

Acrisure

Senior Director, Internal Audit

Chicago, IL · On-site

$200K - $295K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Key Responsibilities: * Establish credibility and trust with senior management and audit ... Advancedunderstanding of internal controls and experience in applying them to plan, perform ...

Acrisure

Senior Director, Internal Audit

Grand Rapids, MI

$200K - $295K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Key Responsibilities: * Establish credibility and trust with senior management and audit ... Advancedunderstanding of internal controls and experience in applying them to plan, perform ...

Fox

Manager, Corporate Audit

New York, NY

$128K - $168K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Reporting to the Senior Director, Internal Controls, the Manager will be responsible for the execution of various fieldwork components of the Corporate Audit Plan and SOX Program. This role would be ...

Acrisure

Senior Director, Internal Audit

Austin, TX · On-site

$200K - $295K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Key Responsibilities: * Establish credibility and trust with senior management and audit ... Advancedunderstanding of internal controls and experience in applying them to plan, perform ...

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As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior director internal controls in the United States is $117,040.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,000.00 and $145,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a senior director internal controls?

Senior Directors of Internal Controls are high-level executives responsible for overseeing and managing an organization’s internal control systems. Their primary role is to ensure the effectiveness of risk management, compliance procedures, and internal audits to safeguard company assets and maintain regulatory compliance. They collaborate with other leaders to design and implement policies that mitigate operational, financial, and compliance risks. Additionally, they monitor the effectiveness of existing controls and recommend improvements as needed.

How does a senior director internal controls typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen organizational compliance?

A Senior Director of Internal Controls works closely with departments such as Finance, IT, Operations, and Legal to identify risks, design effective controls, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. They lead regular meetings, facilitate training sessions, and guide teams in implementing best practices. Effective collaboration involves clear communication, providing expertise on internal control frameworks, and proactively addressing control gaps. This cross-functional approach helps foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior director internal controls, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Director of Internal Controls, you need deep expertise in accounting, auditing, risk management, and a relevant degree such as a CPA, CIA, or MBA. Familiarity with ERP systems (like SAP or Oracle), SOX compliance frameworks, and data analytics tools is typically required. Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and effective communication are vital soft skills for influencing stakeholders and leading cross-functional teams. These skills and qualifications are crucial for safeguarding organizational assets, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving a robust control environment.

What is the difference between Senior Director Internal Controls vs Internal Audit Director?

AspectSenior Director Internal ControlsInternal Audit Director
CertificationsCPA, CIA, CISACPA, CIA, CISA
Work EnvironmentCorporate compliance, risk management teamsInternal audit departments, consulting firms
Industry UsageFinance, manufacturing, healthcareFinance, government, large corporations
Primary FocusDesigning and maintaining internal controlsEvaluating and improving internal controls through audits

The Senior Director Internal Controls focuses on developing and overseeing internal control systems to ensure compliance and mitigate risks, while the Internal Audit Director conducts audits to evaluate the effectiveness of these controls. Both roles require similar certifications and often work within the same industries, but their core responsibilities differ: one emphasizes control design, the other emphasizes assessment and improvement through audits.

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Sr. Director, Internal Controls

CHAMBERLAIN GROUP

Remote

$194K - $325K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Chamberlain Group (CG) is a global leader in intelligent access and Blackstone portfolio company. Powered by our myQ technology, we make access simple and secure for millions of homeowners, businesses, and communities worldwide. Our flagship brands, LiftMaster and Chamberlain, are found in 51+ million homes, and 14 million+ people rely on the myQ app daily.

  • Develop and execute a multi-year plan of control improvement and control testing with the objective of becoming compliant with SOX.
  • Develop a multi-year resource plan including human capital and budget dollars by identifying significant control gaps and recommended action plans which include costs to implement
  • Ensure the quality of the implementation of exit readiness recommendations related to controls through the execution of a thorough testing plan
  • Improve Chamberlain Group's system of internal control by identifying and evaluating risk and controls from an enterprise-wide perspective as well as specific processes; collect, analyze and report on data evaluating Chamberlain Group's overall system of internal control
  • Manage the process to document key business processes by creating process and flows that identify risks and controls in partnership with process owners and subject matter experts
  • Design tests to measure the operating effectiveness of implemented controls compliant SOX
  • Identify control deficiencies and collaborates with business owners to develop effective remediation plans; develop relevant Corporate policies to ensure appropriate controls are in place
  • Provide training and internal consulting to Control and Process Owners to ensure understanding and knowledge of internal control processes and procedures.
  • Create deliverables and reports to provide regular progress updates to Executives and the Audit Committee
  • Manage key vendor relationships to enable the implementation of SOX compliance activities and ongoing testing
  • Create and maintain methodology to manage Segregation of Duties risks across Chamberlain Group's ICFR related applications
  • Partner with New Business Development and Corporate Business Development to ensure that effective internal controls exist for partnerships, joint ventures and acquisitions
  • Work directly to support the annual audit on all matters of internal control and proactively identifies potential areas of control weakness that may be detected as part of the annual financial statement audit; work with the company's external auditors on all matters involving design of controls and testing of effectiveness of controls
  • Motivate and lead a high performance team by attracting, developing, engaging and retaining team members
  • Drive the performance management and compensation processes by communicating job expectations, monitoring and evaluating performance, providing feedback and facilitating employee development per the company's policies
  • Maintain transparent communication by appropriately communicating organization information to team through department meetings, one-on-one meetings, appropriate email, IM and regular interpersonal communications
  • Lead and motivate individuals and teams to create a workplace culture that is consistent with the CG mission, vision and values.

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Certifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree

Experience:

  • 5 years of experience in Internal Control
  • 15 total years in Finance or Internal Control
  • SOX 302 and 404 compliance experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • CPA (Registered, licensed, active or inactive) or CIA
  • Detailed knowledge of COSO

Other:

  • 25% travel including international; Public Company or Public Accounting (National) Firm

Preferred Qualifications

Education/Certifications:

  • Master's of Accounting or MBA

Experience:

  • External Audit
  • Fraud investigation

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • SAP Governance Risk & Compliance
  • Knowledge of NIST, ISO 27000 or ITIL
The pay range for this position is $194,094.00 - $325,739.00; base pay offered may vary depending on a number of factors including, but not limited to, the position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. In addition to base pay, also offered is a comprehensive benefits package and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). This position is eligible for participation in a short-term incentive plan subject to the terms of the applicable plans and policies.

Chamberlain Group wants all of its employees to succeed and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and you'll be considered for this role regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, ancestry; marital, disabled or veteran status. We're committed to fostering an environment where people of all lived experiences feel welcome.

Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence Recruiting@Chamberlain.com.


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