Director of Internal Audit

Watsco Inc. is the largest distributor of air conditioning, heating and refrigeration equipment in the HVAC/R distribution industry. We serve over 125,000 contractor-customers through our 692 locations where more than 7,400 team members bring essential, sustainable comfort to families and businesses across the Americas. We are a publicly traded company, a member of the NYSE, and the Fortune 500. We have an immediate need for a Director of Internal Audit and Compliance.

Job Overview:

Watsco, Inc. is seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Director of Audit and Compliance. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the company's internal audit and compliance functions, including SOX compliance, IT audit, risk-based audits, and loss prevention. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of audit and compliance best practices.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage all audit and compliance functions within the company.
• Develop and implement audit and compliance strategies in line with company objectives.
• Ensure compliance with SOX and other relevant regulations.
• Lead internal audits, IT audits, and risk-based audits, identifying areas of risk and implementing mitigating strategies.
• Oversee loss prevention efforts and develop strategies to minimize financial loss.
• Prepare and present reports to the Audit Committee and other stakeholders on the status of the company's compliance and audit performance.
• Stay up to date with changes in regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the audit and compliance team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field. A master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA) would be an advantage.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in audit and compliance roles, with at least 3 years in a leadership position.
• Extensive knowledge of SOX compliance, internal auditing, IT auditing, and risk-based auditing.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• High level of integrity and professional ethics.
• Ability to think strategically and solve complex problems.