Role Snapshot
Senior leader within the Office of Audit, Compliance, and Risk Management responsible for strategic and operational oversight of the University Audit function. Develops and executes risk-based audit plans aligned with institutional priorities while advancing innovative audit approaches and positioning the department as a forward-focused risk intelligence provider.
Key Responsibilities: Oversee financial, operational, compliance, and IT audits; special reviews; investigations; and advisory engagements ensuring adherence to professional standards. Lead development of dynamic audit plans, leverage data analytics and AI technologies, foster continuous improvement culture, and enhance stakeholder engagement to deliver proactive risk intelligence.
Skills & Tools: Strategic leadership and operational oversight in audit and risk management; proficiency with data analytics and AI technologies; strong stakeholder engagement and communication abilities. Expertise in fostering organizational culture, developing audit talent, and advancing innovative approaches to internal controls and governance.
Qualifications: Extensive experience in audit leadership and internal controls, with demonstrated success in senior audit or compliance roles within higher education or complex organizations. Advanced understanding of financial, operational, and IT audit standards; relevant professional certifications (CIA, CPA, or equivalent) preferred.
Location: In-Person
Compensation: $160K–$240K/yr (estimated)
Job Description
The Audit Director serves as a senior leader within the Office of Audit, Compliance, and Risk Management, reporting directly to the Vice President for Audit, Compliance, and Risk Management. The Director provides strategic and operational oversight to the University Audit function, leading the development and execution of a dynamic, risk-based audit plan aligned with institutional priorities. This role oversees financial, operational, compliance, and IT audits; special reviews; investigations; and advisory engagements, ensuring adherence to professional auditing standards while delivering meaningful insight that strengthens governance, internal controls, and organizational performance, and proactively identifies emerging risks.
The Audit Director will position University Audit with a forward-focused posture by advancing innovative audit and advisory approaches, expanding the strategic use of data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI), while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional excellence. By leveraging technology, enhancing stakeholder engagement, and developing audit talent, the Director will elevate the department’s impact—shifting beyond traditional assurance activities to provide proactive, value-added risk intelligence that supports informed decision-making and long-term institutional resilience.
Old Dominion University invites inquiries, nominations, and applications for the position of Audit Director. Interested, qualified individuals who wish to be considered as candidates, on a confidential basis, should provide a copy of their curriculum vitae or resume along with a brief letter of interest detailing key accomplishments in each leadership role held.