At Vitalant, the impact you make doing work that is purposeful, meaningful, and worthwhile is vital. As a member of our non-profit organization, you can be impact-inspired to provide vital clinical services to communities nationwide, vital products to those in need of a donor's generosity, or vital scientific research that advances blood safety worldwide. Work Shift (if applicable): Shift 1 (United States of America) Job Description: Vitalant is currently seeking a VP, Internal Audit to help advance our mission to save and improve lives through blood donation, research, and innovation by strengthening organizational accountability, managing enterprise risk, and promoting operational excellence. Reporting to the EVP/Chief Financial Officer and the Audit Committee of the Board of Trustees, this role leads the design and implementation of Vitalant’s internal audit program, including audit planning, risk assessments, control testing, and compliance with organizational standards and applicable laws. The VP, Internal Audit leads a team responsible for evaluating financial controls and business processes, identifying opportunities to mitigate risk, and providing strategic guidance to improve organizational efficiency and effectiveness. Compensation: $208,000 - $260,000 This hybrid position is based in Scottsdale, AZ and requires working onsite three days per week and from an at-home office two days per week. As the VP of Internal Audit, you'll get to: Establish and lead a comprehensive, risk-based internal audit program aligned with Vitalant’s mission, vision, strategic objectives, and organizational risk management priorities. Partner with senior management and the Audit Committee to define the internal audit function’s charter, scope, authority, and priorities. Assess enterprise-wide risks and develop annual and long-term audit plans for Audit Committee approval. Direct risk-based financial, operational, systems, and compliance audits, advisory projects, and investigations in accordance with Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards and professional ethics. Evaluate internal controls, business processes, regulatory compliance, asset protection, and financial reporting accuracy to identify risks and opportunities for improvement. Communicate audit findings, risk assessments, and recommendations to the Audit Committee, senior management, and other stakeholders. Develop corrective action plans, timelines, and performance metrics to monitor implementation of audit recommendations and risk mitigation measures. Coordinate external audits and collaborate with external agencies to support audit activities and requirements. Develop communication and education strategies to promote awareness of the internal audit function and stakeholder responsibilities. Ensure adequate staffing, expertise, and resources to execute the audit plan effectively, including evaluating outsourcing options. Lead, coach, and develop team members through performance management, engagement, and professional development. Ensure compliance with internal policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), external regulations, and quality customer service expectations. REQUIREMENTS: KNOWLEDGE/EDUCATION Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required. MBA preferred. Knowledge of accounting principles, including GAAP and GAAS, internal audit standards, COSO risk framework, required. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS CPA/CIA/CISA certification required. EXPERIENCE Fifteen years of experience in audit, governance, risk, assurance, and compliance required. Experience in cutting edge audit techniques, including data science, predictive analytics, and risk reviews. Experience in assessing an organization's risk profile and developing strategies to mitigate identified risks. SKILLS/ABILITIES Must possess the skills and abilities to successfully perform all assigned duties and responsibilities. Must be able to maintain confidentiality and build sound relationships across Vitalant. Ability to effectively collaborate with others to reach mutually agreeable outcomes. Must be able to clarify detailed, complex data into concise information appropriate for the relevant audience as well as the ability to write with simplicity and clarity. Excellent report-writing skills are required. Excellent presentation and training skills including the ability to engage audiences with credibility. Must be able to operate comfortably in ambiguous situations independently. Must have analytical, statistical, personal organization, team and relationship building, independent critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Must be comfortable voicing/supporting different perspectives that may challenge individuals the VP is working with. Self-directed, innovative, and able to assess financial and operational data applying quantitative and qualitative analytical audit techniques. Must have proficient computer skills. Location: 9305 East Via de Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85258 Job Category: Leadership Operations Contact Information: [email protected] If you are impact-inspired to help others, and making a difference is vital for you, you'll experience a career built on purpose, a company created to care, and a team committed to lead - together. Vitalant is one of the nation's largest nonprofit blood and biotherapies healthcare organizations, providing hospitals and patients across the U.S. a safe blood supply, specialized laboratory services, transfusion medicine expertise and world-renowned reserach. Vitalant provides blood and special services to patients in more than 900 hospitals across the U.S. and host approximately 60,000 blood drives annually. Vitalant is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a medical condition or disability, please send us an email to [email protected] to let us know the nature of your request. Not finding the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Get Started below or create an account by clicking 'Sign In' at the top of the page to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!

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