What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head of Internal Audit position at Attolon Partners?
We have been engaged to assist our client, H2O America, in their search for a Head of Internal Audit. H2O America is one of the largest investor-owned pure-play water and wastewater utilities in the United States, serving over 1.6 million people across California, Connecticut, Maine, and Texas. The Head of Internal Audit is a newly created role and will be responsible for establishing and leading the internal audit function with broad visibility and interaction with the Audit Committee and Board of Directors.
The successful candidate will ensure the effective operation of the internal audit process, providing independent assessments and insights on the company’s governance, operations, compliance, risk management, and internal control processes
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred. Professional certifications, such as CIA, CPA, or CISA, are highly desirable.
- 12 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, or risk management, with increasing responsibilities.
- Extensive knowledge of audit standards, regulations, and practices applicable to publicly traded companies required.
- Demonstrated experience interfacing with Boards of Directors and Audit Committees.
Location within one of H2O America’s service territories (CA, CT, ME, TX) is preferred; however, a fully remote candidate with monthly travel to San Jose, CA or other H2O America locations will be considered.