North Texas Tollway Authority · 13 hours ago
Director of Internal Audit & Enterprise Risk
Plano, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expThe North Texas Tollway Authority (NTTA) is a mission-driven public transportation agency responsible for critical toll road infrastructure in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex. The Director of Internal Audit and Enterprise Risk serves as the chief audit executive, providing independent assurance and advisory services while evaluating and strengthening governance, risk management, and internal controls across NTTA’s activities.
Transportation
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive, risk-based internal audit plan that reflects NTTA’s strategic objectives, including toll operations, capital improvement programs, technology systems, and debt-financed activities
Maintain the Internal Audit Charter in alignment with Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards and best practices
Provide value-added advisory services to management while maintaining independence and objectivity
Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting, toll revenue, procurement, capital projects, cybersecurity, and operational processes
Identify, evaluate, and monitor key enterprise risks, including financial, operational, regulatory, safety, and reputational risks
Track and report on management’s remediation of audit findings and control enhancements
Evaluate compliance with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, bond covenants, trust indentures, grant requirements, and NTTA policies
Support strong governance practices and ethical standards across the Authority
Monitor emerging risks and regulatory developments impacting transportation authorities and public entities
Serve as the primary advisor to the Audit Committee on audit results, risk trends, and internal control matters providing independent, objective assurance and insight on risks, trends, emerging issues, and the effectiveness of governance, risk management and control processes
Prepare and present clear, concise audit reports and risk assessments to the Audit Committee, Board of Directors, and executive leadership
Serves as the Board’s eyes and ears across the processes audited, while also offering advisory perspectives consistent with IIA Standards
Coordinate effectively with external auditors, regulatory agencies, and other oversight bodies
Lead, mentor, and develop the internal audit team; manage co-sourced or outsourced audit resources as appropriate
Oversee the internal audit budget and ensure efficient deployment of audit resources
Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational integrity throughout NTTA
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field
CIA, CPA, or CISA certification required
Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in internal audit, external audit, or risk management with five (5) years supervisory experience
Prior leadership experience within a governmental, quasi-governmental, transportation authority, or similarly regulated environment is highly desirable
Experience auditing complex organizations with revenue operations, capital programs, and debt financing
Demonstrated experience working directly with Boards or Audit Committees
Extensive knowledge of the principles, procedures and techniques of accounting and auditing, including methods used to examine, verify, and analyze financial and operational records, statements and reports
Strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills; ability to take large volumes of complex information and present it in a clear and concise manner
Strong strategic management, planning, change management, and analytical skills
Strong interpersonal skills to develop relationships, facilitate negotiations and build partnerships with key stakeholders; ability to foster trust and maintain confidential information
Strong innovation skills to implement new solutions and processes by leveraging available technology and data
Skilled in leading, developing and motivating a diverse professional staff
Communicates clearly and effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization—as well as external parties—both verbally and in writing
Ability to develop appropriate audit policies, procedures, information systems and internal quality control systems
Ability to professionally represent the Audit Services Department and Board to external parties
Preferred
A master's degree in a related field is preferred
Company
North Texas Tollway Authority
North Texas Tollway Authority is to provide a safe and reliable toll road system, increase value and mobility options for customers.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Brittany Kellett
Regional Toll Partner - Supervisor
Eric Landaverde
Talent Aquisition Partner
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