Director, Corporate Audit

Position Overview

The Director of Corporate Audit will lead the Institute's internal audit function, ensuring robust governance, risk management, and compliance across global operations. This mission‐driven role requires a strategic thinker with deep expertise in international audit standards, IT systems, and emerging technologies including artificial intelligence. The Director will report to the General Counsel and oversee all financial, operational, compliance, and IT audit activities, including SOX requirements for nonprofit organizations and enterprise risk related work. In this capacity, the Director sets the strategic direction of the audit program—aligning it with transformational goals, regulatory mandates, and best practices—while serving as a key advisor to Executive Management and the Audit Committee.

Location: Charlotte, NC, Knoxville, TN, Palo Alto, CA
Salary: $195,000 USD to $215,000 USD annually

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive, risk-based internal audit strategy aligned with the Institute's objectives.
• Advise senior leadership and the Audit Committee on risk exposure, control effectiveness, and compliance matters.
• Identify and address the evolving risk landscape, presenting audit plans, findings, and recommendations to Executive Management and the Board’s Audit Committee.
• Direct and oversee all internal audit activities—including financial, operational, compliance, and IT audits—across international offices and programs, ensuring adherence to local regulations and global standards.
• Lead audits of IT infrastructure, cybersecurity protocols, data governance, and digital transformation initiatives, collaborating with IT and Legal to ensure ethical compliance and risk mitigation.
• Design and implement risk-based audit plans and methodologies, ensuring efficient audits with a focus on process improvement and value creation.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing audit team while fostering strong relationships across the organization and acting as a liaison with external audit firms and regulatory agencies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• 10-15 years of progressive audit experience, including leadership roles.
• Deep knowledge of financial reporting, operational controls, IT systems, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders with exceptional communication skills, including experience presenting to boards or audit committees.
• Strong analytical thinking, professional skepticism, and business acumen.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA, or CFE.
• Proven experience in international audit environments.
• Strong knowledge of IT systems, cybersecurity, and AI governance; experience with audit software, ERP systems, and data analytics tools is a plus.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% to corporate locations.

Benefits & Perks

• Eligible to participate in EPRI's annual incentive program.
• Access to comprehensive employee benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, 401k, STD/LTD, paid family leave, life and accident insurance, and paid time off (flexible vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay).