Lead Director, Corporate Audit

We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.

Position Overview

The Lead Director of Corporate Audit leads a team of about 14 audit and compliance professionals to ensure the company meets all SOX regulatory requirements for CVS Health. This role oversees the strategy, governance, and execution of SOX testing across multiple business units, partners closely with internal teams and external auditors, and drives improvements in financial controls, processes, and compliance. You will also help advance cross‑functional initiatives tied to CVS Health’s broader transformation goals.

Key Responsibilities

SOX & Compliance Strategy

• Lead annual SOX planning, including risk assessment, scoping, and materiality.
• Provide training, guidance, and communication on financial compliance requirements.
• Advise business partners on control design, key controls, and testing methods.
• Monitor audit trends and recommend process and control improvements.
• Assess deficiencies and work with teams and external auditors on remediation.
• Track program hours, reporting progress and adjustments to leadership.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on risk, controls, and financial frameworks.
• Coordinate SOX activities with external auditors and assurance providers.

Leadership & Team Management

• Build, manage, and develop a high‑performing team.
• Recruit and retain strong audit and compliance talent.
• Oversee audit methodologies, tools, and communication practices.
• Support professional development, performance reviews, and career growth.
• Champion technology and innovation to improve compliance efficiency.

Business Partner & Stakeholder Support

• Build strong relationships with business leaders to strengthen controls and reduce risk.
• Provide strategic insights to help teams anticipate and address risk.
• Support organizational transformation by aligning processes and risk practices.
• Serve as a trusted advisor while maintaining audit independence.

Operational & Compliance Support

• Meet administrative requirements and support internal audit initiatives.
• Promote integrity, diversity, and a positive team culture.
• Ensure compliance testing is accurate, timely, and aligned with SOX requirements.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years in accounting or auditing (including 4+ years in public accounting, internal audit, or similar).
• Proven leadership experience managing multi‑level teams.
• Experience presenting to executive leadership or audit committees.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, SOX, COSO, and IT audit concepts.
• Knowledge of business processes and related risks/controls.
• Strong relationship‑building, influencing, and communication skills.
• Experience leading projects, developing audit programs, and driving initiatives.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and curiosity.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA, CIA, or similar professional certifications.
• Experience preparing or participating in audit committee presentations.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$100,000.00 - $231,540.00

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls.  The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.  This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.  This position also includes an award target in the company’s equity award program. 
 

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