Witherite Law Group · 1 day ago
Director of Internal Audit
DFW Metroplex
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expWitherite Law Group (WLG) is a personal injury law firm specializing in motor vehicle accidents. The Director of Internal Audit is a senior leadership role responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing the firm’s enterprise risk management framework and internal audit strategy, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and identifying strategic risks.
ConsultingLegalProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Design and implement the firm’s enterprise risk management framework, aligning risk appetite with strategic goals
Conduct firm-wide risk assessments and maintain a dynamic risk register to monitor emerging threats
Present risk insights and mitigation strategies to executive leadership, enhancing decision-making and organizational preparedness
Promote a culture of risk awareness and proactive management across departments
Independently plan and conduct internal audits across financial, operational, IT, and compliance areas
Identify control gaps, assess risk exposure, and recommend actionable improvements to strengthen internal controls
Utilize data analytics and automation tools to enhance audit efficiency and accuracy
Coordinate with external auditors and internal stakeholders to support audit readiness and compliance
Ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and ethical standards, including SOX, IOLTA, FCPA, HIPAA, and PCI
Evaluate and enhance internal control frameworks across key business functions
Investigate potential fraud, misconduct, or control deficiencies, ensuring timely resolution and reporting
Prepare and deliver executive-level reports on audit findings, risk trends, and compliance metrics
Advise the CEO and General Counsel on governance, risk, and internal control matters
Develop and lead training initiatives to strengthen compliance and control ownership across the organization
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree preferred
CPA, CIA, CFE, or CRMA certification required
Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in internal audit, risk management, or compliance, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
Deep understanding of legal accounting standards, trust/IOLTA compliance, and regulatory frameworks
Proven ability to influence executive decision-making and drive organizational change
Exceptional analytical, communication, and leadership skills
Preferred
Experience in legal, healthcare, or professional services industries preferred
Familiarity with legal practice management systems (e.g., Clio, Needles, Filevine)
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision
Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance
Company Paid STD (with no waiting period) and LTD Insurance
Option to purchase additional Life and AD&D Insurance
Voluntary Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage
401(k) with company contributions
Paid Time Off
10 Company Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Company
Witherite Law Group
Witherite Law Group is a law firm that offers legal services focusing on personal injury and motor vehicle accident cases.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jeremy Kokenes
Chief Executive Officer
Bill Wagner
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
Witherite Law Group
2025-11-20
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