Vice President, Internal Audit

Position Overview

The Company, a globally recognized manufacturer of professional dental products & technologies, is seeking a Vice President, Internal Audit to lead its global Corporate Audit function. In this critical role, you will provide strategic direction, innovation, and leadership in governance, risk, and control processes while ensuring compliance with internal controls over financial reporting. You will oversee the annual audit plan, drive the enterprise risk management program, and manage the relationship with external auditors. You will work closely with senior management and the Audit and Finance Committee (reporting directly to the Chair of the Audit and Finance Committee). Please note that this role requires 25% travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction, innovation, and leadership in audit, governance, risk management, and control processes.
• Oversee the annual audit plan and drive the enterprise risk management program.
• Ensure effective compliance with internal controls over financial reporting.
• Manage relationships with external auditors and serve as a key resource for audit matters.
• Collaborate with senior management and the Audit and Finance Committee to provide strategic insights and recommendations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; graduate degree preferred.
• Professional certification in accounting (CPA) or audit (CIA) is required.
• Minimum of 16 years’ professional experience with foundational exposure to a Big 4 public accounting firm and large, multi-national public company auditing.
• Global experience with regulatory compliance including the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and proficiency with contemporary audit tools and large ERP applications.
• Superior communication, financial, and business acumen with a proven track record in building and leading high-performing teams.