[Remote] Director, Internal Audit & SOX

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. LifeMD is a leading provider of virtual primary care headquartered in NYC, currently experiencing significant growth. They are seeking a Director, Internal Audit & SOx to oversee and monitor the internal control environment while leading the internal audit plan and managing SOx compliance efforts. Responsibilities • Develop annual audit plans and schedules using a risk-based approach, creating a schedule of audits for short, medium, and long-term goals, related to internal controls over financial reporting • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing internal audit team. Promote a culture of diversity, integrity, accountability, and continuous learning • Plan, develop, assign, and oversee an internal program of audits that evaluate the accuracy of information and internal controls, the degree of internal and external risk, the potential exposure and the degree of compliance with applicable internal and external guidelines, policies and regulations • Lead cross functional advisory (i.e. ITGC) internal audit engagements. Coordinate with external auditors as needed • Act as the “go-to” person for internal controls within the organization and provide trusted and insightful guidance for implementing controls in an efficient and effective manner • Collaborate with all departments to support organizational goals and improve processes • Communicate identified findings and propose recommendations to management; track the remediation and closure of findings • Develop and maintain close working relationships with department heads as well as our external auditors, ensuring a holistic understanding of key risks and processes of the organization • Proactively advise management on key risk areas and drive remediation plans balancing risk mitigation with pragmatic processes • Communicate the status of internal controls over financial reporting effectively with the Audit Committee Skills • Strong leadership skills • Extensive knowledge of audit practices • Proven ability to implement and maintain a successful internal control environment • Experience in developing annual audit plans and schedules using a risk-based approach • Ability to lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing internal audit team • Experience in planning, developing, assigning, and overseeing an internal program of audits • Ability to lead cross functional advisory internal audit engagements • Experience in collaborating with all departments to support organizational goals and improve processes • Strong communication skills to communicate identified findings and propose recommendations to management • Ability to develop and maintain close working relationships with department heads and external auditors • Proactive advising on key risk areas and driving remediation plans • Effective communication of the status of internal controls over financial reporting with the Audit Committee Company Overview • LifeMD is a telehealth company that provides a high-quality, cost-effective, and convenient way to access primary and specialized healthcare from the comfort of one’s home. It was founded in 2016, and is headquartered in Huntington Beach, California, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is Apply tot his job