Lead Internal Auditor

UNITY Search is currently seeking an Internal Audit Lead for a client in West Houston. Our client is a global, privately held industrial technology organization specializing in advanced electrical and thermal solutions that support safety, reliability, and operational performance. The company delivers mission-critical products and services used across industrial, commercial, and infrastructure environments worldwide.

The Internal Audit Leader will play a key role in enhancing the company’s control environment, enterprise risk management, and governance structure. Reporting directly to the CFO, this high-visibility role will lead the design, execution, and evolution of the Internal Audit function.

This position serves as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing independent assurance and actionable insights across financial, operational, IT, cybersecurity, compliance, and fraud risks in a dynamic, global environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA, CIA, or CISA preferred.
• Minimum 7+ years of experience in internal audit, risk management, or related roles, ideally in a global or growth-stage environment.
• Strong understanding of financial, operational, IT, and compliance controls.
• Proven ability to lead audits from planning through execution and reporting.
• Proficiency in audit tools, data analytics, and Microsoft Office Suite.

This is a high-impact role with direct exposure to senior leadership. If you are looking for an opportunity to shape and scale an Internal Audit function, let’s connect to discuss further!