Executive Director, Audit & Compliance - Evolus

• Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive, risk-based financial, operational and IT systems audit program, with a goal of both maximizing company performance and control, while minimizing risk. The plan must reflect a thorough understanding of the company's business and operations, as well as the changing regulatory environment and its impact on corporate governance and internal controls.
• Identify, understand, and document processes and procedures surrounding internal controls. Continually monitor and update the assessment of the control environment, keeping abreast of significant control issues, trends and developments.
• Develop test plans and coordinate the performance of management testing of internal controls required by Sarbanes-Oxley.
• Collaborate with senior management to identify and mitigate risks, improve controls, and optimize operational efficiency.
• Deliver strong and efficient internal control testing while closely collaborating with external auditors, SOX team, control owners and other stakeholders.
• Provide advisory support to further strengthen the internal control environment.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of the company's business operations, systems, policies, and procedures.
• Present audit findings and recommendations to senior management and the Audit Committee and the Board of Directors, and ensure the timely implementation of corrective actions.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability within the audit team and across the organization.  Continue to evolve the scope and perspective of audit so that it aligns with cross-functional business processes, rather than solely around discrete functions or businesses.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging risks, and regulatory changes that may impact the company's audit activities.
• Be a change catalyst with the ability to drive process improvements through strategic influence.
• Serve as the company's primary liaison with external auditors, regulators, and other stakeholders on internal controls related matters.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.  
•  Certified public accountant (CPA), certified internal auditor (CIA) and MBA strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in internal audit, preferably within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience operating in an international organization
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of auditing practices, procedures and principles sufficient to interpret and analyze complex concepts and apply them in innovative ways. Skills and knowledge must include an extensive understanding of financial, operational, market and credit risk. Possess expert knowledge of generally accepted auditing standards in the US (GAAS).
• Extensive knowledge and practical application of the concept and practice of self-auditing institutions, as in the COSO framework and control self-assessment approach for the review of reliable financial reporting, operational efficiency and compliance. 
• Proven track record in developing and executing audit strategies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively at all levels within the organization.
• Entrepreneurial self-starter capable of self-direction possessing strong initiative as well as solid business judgment.
• The candidate must be resourceful and strategic and possess excellent analytical abilities.
• High degree of professional ethics, integrity, and a commitment to corporate governance.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

A Few Other Items Worth Mentioning:

• Office location – Newport Beach, CA (Hybrid onsite Tuesday - Thursday)
• This position reports directly to the General Counsel
• Some travel may be required