Job Summary:

NetApp is actively seeking a Director of Internal Audit who will report directly to the Chief Audit Executive. The appointed individual will helm the internal audit department, steering the strategic development and execution of internal audit policies, procedures, and programs. The ideal candidate will have an established history of proficiency in auditing, risk management, and leadership.

This pivotal role is based in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, and carries the responsibility for leading a geographically diverse Audit team with members in San Jose, CA, RTP, and Bangalore, India. A crucial aspect of the role includes fostering the career progression and skill enhancement of the global team.

• Craft and implement a risk-based internal audit strategy to evaluate, document, and offer improvements for the company's principal operational activities and internal control mechanisms
• Spearhead and navigate intricate audit initiatives, while offering direction to both audit staff and managers
• Assess and confirm the efficacy of the company's risk management efforts and internal control systems
• Compile audit outcomes and recommend solutions for rectifying unsatisfactory conditions, enhancing operational efficiency, and cutting costs
• Collaborate with management to establish a robust system that consistently identifies and analyzes the company's principal risks each year
• Convey audit results and suggestions to the higher management
• Liaise with external auditors, offering assistance throughout annual and interim evaluations
• Maintain transparent communication channels with management
• Build and sustain an audit team that is well-versed, skilled, experienced, and professionally certified to fulfil the organization's requirements
• Oversee and assess the progress of implementing audit recommendations
• Drive continuous enhancements in the internal audit function to keep pace with the organization's evolving demands
• Assist the Chief Audit Executive with the annual Enterprise Risk Management initiatives

• 12+ years of internal auditing experience, showcasing a trajectory of increasing responsibility
• Previous experience with a Big 4 firm is an added advantage
• A thorough understanding of auditing standards, compliance, risk assessment practices, and change management
• A solid grasp of financial reporting, accounting, and managerial principles
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
• Outstanding leadership qualities with a record of managing an audit team
• Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing
• The capacity to operate autonomously and collaboratively within a team setting
• A proven track record of leading and managing a global internal audit function
• The ability to distil complex information into clear, concise presentations
• Strong mentorship skills and a focus on detail and precision
• Ability to work across multiple time zones

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, or CISA are highly regarded