Director, Internal Audit - Milford MA

The Director, Internal Audit is a key leader within Waters Corporation's Internal Audit function, responsible for advancing a risk-based assurance program that strengthens governance, risk management, and internal controls across the organization. Reporting to the VP, Internal Audit, this role provides leadership over operational, financial, compliance, and risk assessment activities, while supporting the Company's Enterprise Risk Management process and serving as a trusted advisor to business and functional leaders.

You will help shape the future of Internal Audit at Waters by identifying emerging risks, advancing innovative audit approaches, delivering practical insights that support business objectives and strengthen organizational performance, and contributing to the development of a modern, scalable Internal Audit function aligned with the Global Internal Audit Standards. 

• Develop and manage the global Internal Audit roadmap and strategy, including the annual risk assessment process, maintenance of the audit universe, and development of a risk-based audit plan focused on the Company's highest-risk areas• Lead the continued maturation of the Internal Audit function through the implementation of leading practices, enhancement of audit methodologies, development of quality assurance processes, and alignment with the Global Internal Audit Standards• Direct and oversee the planning, execution, and reporting of operational, financial, compliance, and advisory engagements to ensure timely completion and adherence to Internal Audit standards and methodologies• Collaborate cross-functionally on a global basis to expand Internal Audit services beyond internal control compliance, promoting innovation, continuous improvement, and enhanced risk management practices• Manage relationships with co-sourced providers and external specialists to ensure effective delivery of audit services, appropriate subject matter expertise, and alignment with Internal Audit objectives• Support the VP, Internal Audit in preparing and facilitating Audit and Finance Committee reporting, including communication of audit results, emerging risks, and the status of audit remediation activities• Partner with the VP, Internal Audit to facilitate the annual Enterprise Risk Management process, including risk identification, assessment, reporting, and monitoring activities

• 15+ years of professional work experience in Finance, Audit or Accounting with a multi-national, publicly traded company

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline

• CPA, CIA, CISA or equivalent professional certification required• Demonstrated experience leading operational audits, financial audits, risk assessments, and SOX compliance programs• Strong knowledge of SOX, COSO Internal Control Framework, risk management principles, and the Global Internal Audit Standards• Proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization• Excellent communication, presentation, and executive presence, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization, including senior leadership and the Audit Committee• Experience managing external service providers and co-sourced audit relationships• Domestic and international travel is required; approximately 30-40%• Experience within life sciences, biopharma including medtech, or broader industrial manufacturing• Experience supporting global organizations operating in a regulated environment• Familiarity with Optro, or similar governance, risk, and compliance platforms

Waters Corporation (NYSE:WAT)  is a global leader in life sciences and diagnostics, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, our innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across chemistry, physics, and biology. We collaborate with customers around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, ensure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combating antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, our passionate team of ~16,000 colleagues turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.  

Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our core values at Waters Corporation. It benefits our employees, our products, our customers and our community. Waters complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Waters is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.