Director, Internal Audit – Financial Controls and SOX Compliance

We are seeking a Director of Internal Audit to direct financial controls and SOX compliance efforts across the organisation. This role leads the Internal Audit function by managing the design, testing, and continuous refinement of the company's internal control environment over financial reporting (ICFR).

The Director will partner with Finance, Accounting, Legal, and business unit leaders, maintaining regular contact with the external auditors. This role has significant impact and visibility, suited for an experienced audit expert with strong technical knowledge in SOX compliance, financial controls, and risk-based auditing. It also requires leadership abilities to create and grow a top-tier audit team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing NVIDIA's annual SOX 404 program from start to finish, including scoping, risk assessment, control documentation, carrying out tests, deficiency evaluation, and management reporting.
• Partnering with the external auditors to align on testing strategies, reliance expectations, and audit timelines to optimise efficiency and reduce redundancy.
• Leading the integration of AI-assisted audit tools and data analytics to improve coverage, speed up testing cycles, and boost the overall impact of the SOX and internal audit program.
• Developing and completing a risk-based internal audit plan centered on financial reporting risks, emerging business risks, and strategic priorities approved by the VP of Internal Audit and Audit Committee.
• Leading and managing complex audit engagements including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up on management action plans.
• Conducting risk assessments that incorporate quantitative and qualitative inputs, including business growth, M&A activity, new accounting standards, and regulatory developments.
• Delivering audit outcomes, SOX progress updates, and control environment reviews to executive leadership, the CFO, and the Audit Committee following the direction of the VP of Internal Audit.
• Establishing reliable advisory connections with Finance, Accounting, Tax, Legal, and operational business leaders, acting as a proactive collaborator on control design and risk reduction.
• Guiding, mentoring, and growing a high-achieving group of internal audit managers and senior auditors, encouraging a culture of intellectual curiosity, professional excellence, and ongoing learning.